Italian Cultural Center receives single largest gift from Buffalo State professor
Centro Culturale Italiano di Buffalo has received the single largest contribution in the organization’s history. Benefactor Francis S. Lestingi, professor emeritus of physics and the history of science at SUNY Buffalo State University, bestowed a gift of $600,000 that will be used to pay off the building’s mortgage, allowing the Italian Cultural Ce...
The Negroni: From Florence To The World
As far as iconic Italian cocktails go, few others are better known than the Negroni. A popular aperitivo across the peninsula, the Negroni has also made its mark around the world. There is even a dedicated international Negroni Week (happening in 2023 from the 18th to the 24th of September), which started in 2013 as a small-scale celebration of the...
Top 5: Italy's Coolest Aviation Museums
Italy boasts a notable history in aviation, but aviation museums are scarce throughout the country. Despite this, several remarkable Italian Air Force museums offer an extensive collection of military aircraft dating back to the early 1900s. Visitors can immerse themselves in the rich aviation history of Italy and witness firsthand the incredible t...
New Italian café brings the Bronx's Arthur Avenue to Shelton
Lenny Manchisi is realizing his dream — and so are lovers of traditional Italian cuisine. Manchisi, a longtime city resident and restaurateur, recently opened Caffe Italia, a place where he says, “the heart and soul of Italy come to life in the heart of Shelton.” “Everything here is authentic … all quality, from our retail products to our coffee,...
Cemeteries in Rome - Unusual Thing to Do
Visiting cemeteries in Rome may not be what you had in mind when you planned your trip here, especially if it’s your first visit. But Rome has some special, beautiful cemeteries, and they offer a place for peace and quiet, reflection, and often, just a lovely and unusual site to see. Being Rome, of course we have a lot of really famous ancient tom...
Gonzaga sports management partner with professional Italian basketball team in Pistoia
Gonzaga University's Kinesiology and Sports Management department team up with a professional Italian basketball team to inspire students to learn about team management. A new collaboration between GU and Pistoia Basket 2000 was initiated to enhance the teams managerial and operational systems through project-based consultation provided by students...
36 Hours In Genova, Liguria
A former maritime republic and major commercial power in the Mediterranean Sea, Genova is a destination typically overlooked by tourists. But this vibrant port city is a must visit for anyone in search of history and authentic charm. Despite having so much to offer, Italy’s sixth-largest city is often reduced to being a mere gateway to Portofino an...
U.S. Customers Can Now Taste the Tea Craftsmanship of Italy’s 'La Via del Tè' via Zia Pia Partnership
La Via del Tè – a revered Italian tea brand that’s known for its exceptional quality and craftsmanship – handpicked importer Zia Pia as its first-ever partner to exclusively introduce its teas to the American market. A multi-generational, family-owned tea company, La Via del Tè was founded in 1961 by Alfredo Carrai. The brand creates beautiful, fra...
How to visit the underground of the Colosseum: the "behind the scene" of the world most famous amphitheater
The Colosseum is one of the most famous and important monuments of mankind; present in the list of the 7 Wonders of the World, it is the biggest attraction of the whole boot thanks to its uniqueness and majesty. If you decide to spend your vacation in the beautiful Italian capital, Rome, you surely cannot miss the guided tours of the monument, espe...
The Best of Italian Design
When: Thursday – October 19, 2023 - Where: 4141 Atrium (4141 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137) The Best of Italian Design is a unique event dedicated to celebrating and displaying the most prestigious Italian brands and Made in Italy high-end products. The event is created for those Italian design companies interested in meeting with local industry prof...
Enrico Caruso: the first international music star
Before the phrase “pop star” was even coined, Enrico Caruso was already the epitome of the American Dream—yet profoundly Italian, forever tethered to his beloved Naples. Today, he stands as one of the greatest tenors of all time, a living emblem of Italy’s deeply rooted bel canto tradition. Unparalleled and irreplaceable, Caruso became an icon and...
‘Potentially Dangerous’ Uncovers Suppression of 600,000 Italians in US
Potentially Dangerous exposes the unknown story of how 600,000 Italians living in the U.S. during WWII were surveilled, stripped of their livelihoods and native language, and were forced to leave their homes; some were even sent to internment camps — all while one million of their sons were fighting and dying in Europe and the South Pacific to keep...