A Guide To Italy’s Amazing Lake Como
Several times a year, I’m fortunate enough to cruise up and down the deep waters of Italy’s mountain-fringed Lake Como. I have explored the tourist sights and lesser-known villages, the stately streets of the city of Como, and the hamlets with breathtaking views that will never make it into a guidebook. Lake Como is one of those dreamy places that...
ISSNAF: Call for Applications
ISSNAF, the Italian Scientists and Scholars in North America Foundation, annually awards the Young Investigator Awards in various disciplines to outstanding, early-career Italian researchers working in the United States or Canada, in recognition of their significant and innovative contributions to their field of research.ISSNAF is very pleased to a...
The Tremiti Islands, the lonely heaven
They are the last border of the Adriatic Sea. Five little heavenly areas that were already known in the Roman time with the name of Diomede, the Greek Hero who, according to the legend, shaped the Gargano and the Sub-Appenine from the lava stones taken from the Pergamo’s rock then he created the islands with the remaining stones, he threw them into...
Discerning Diner: Nonna Ilva in Carlisle fills small space with authentic Italian flavor
Last time I walked into 204 N. Hanover St., the walls were a vibrant pink color suitable for a doughnut shop and precious few other businesses. Once Crazy Glazed left the space for a new B Street location and Nonna Ilva came to town, I wondered how the authentic Italian restaurant would make the little street-side shop its own. On Thursday, I found...
Turin in three days: the ultimate guide on what to do, see and visit
Turin in three days: challenge accepted. Of course, a city so dense with history and beauty deserves much more time to be discovered. But three days is a great deal to discover its essential soul. Whether you're interested in history, art, gastronomy or outdoor activities, we have your well-being in mind. Get ready to immerse yourself in a city th...
Colossal Statues From an Ancient Sardinian Culture Come to Light
Thousands of shattered limestone pieces, dating from about 900-750 BCE, came to light in 1974 at the Mont’e Prama site in western Sardinia. They have been reassembled into dozens of colossal statues, which reward close study by archaeologists, historians, conservators, and restorers. The statues and the individual tombs in this monumental necropoli...
Unraveling the story of Nuoro's velvet
The story of velvet is one of timeless luxury, adaptability, and durability. Its name, stemming from the Latin term vellus meaning “fleece,” pays homage to the fabric’s defining feature: a dense, soft pile that creates a uniquely plush texture and visually appealing sheen. This characteristic made velvet a coveted material since its earliest days....
Franciacorta in the Limelight in New York
A grand opening on Tuesday 6 June featured an Italian-style gala dinner. In the attractive setting of Slowear Store on Lafayette Street, in the heart of Soho, exceptionally turned into a gourmet restaurant for the occasion, 50 VIPs – top journalists, New York society figures and American influencers – were wined and dined. It was a characteristical...
Gorgeous and rare pink beach in Italy comes under threat from tourists
Italy’s Spiaggia Rosa, or Pink Beach, is considered one of the world’s most breathtaking beaches due to its attractive and unusual pink sand. Located on Budelli Island, off the coast of Sardinia, the colour of the beach comes from the shells of the Pink Miniacina microorganism. The pretty pink sand first came under threat from tourists in 1980 when...
Little Italy investments seek balance between history, future of neighborhood
It’s one of Cleveland’s oldest neighborhoods, but even Little Italy isn’t immune to change. Development and new investment in the historic district have been welcomed by some and skeptically received by others who worry about damaging the neighborhood’s character. “The experience is incredible. It’s just old buildings, narrow streets,” said Joe Sta...
Lignano Sabbiadoro, Italy: An Expert Travel Guide!
The beautiful seaside resort of Lignano Sabbiadoro in Italy is located on the upper Adriatic Sea and is a real hotspot for a summer vacation. The coastal town is known for its long, picturesque sandy beaches, adorned with colorful umbrellas and pretty lidos. But the charming center along the shopping street with its chic boutiques and legendary nig...
Tamburro’s Italian restaurant returns to Trussville after 13 years
From 1994 to 2010, a small, family-owned Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown Trussville called Taburro’s was a staple in the community and a favorite for locals to enjoy an authentic – and romantic – Italian dinner. Looking in from the outside, newcomers probably wouldn’t have given the small, simple building, which was located on Glenn Ave...