What to see in Pennabilli, Italy, a splendid gem livened up by incredible festivals
In the southernmost part of the province of Rimini, just a few kilometers from the border of the Marche region, lies Pennabilli, a surprising Italian village with a wealth of things to see. The landscape that embraces Pennabilli is that of the Alta Valmarecchia, where verdant hills alternate with more rugged places. These are the places where the p...
Opera Colorado Announces 40th Anniversary with Joyce DiDonato
Opera Colorado has announced a 40th Anniversary Gala which will star Joyce DiDonato. The concert, which is set to take place on May 13, 2023, in the Ellie Caulkins Opera House and Seawell Ballroom at the Denver Performing Arts Complex, will be chaired by Joy and Chris Dinsdale and all proceeds benefit Opera Colorado’s expanding artistic initiatives...
Crypt of San Magno, the treasure of Anagni
Sometimes the past and its traces are hidden in plain sight: this is the case of the crypt of San Magno in the city of Anagni. Let’s find out why she deserves a visit. We are in Anagni, called City of the Popes in the province of Frosinone, among the thousand attractions offered by the ancient village there is a really surprising: we are talking a...
Minneapolis' newest Italian restaurant opens in former Amore Uptown spot
A new Italian restaurant is now open in the former Amore Uptown spot in Minneapolis. Pinoli is the latest venture from Minneapolis restaurateur Kim Bartmann, who announced in November she'd open the new concept in the space after the retirement of Amore Uptown general manager Tim McHugh. The menu at Pinoli features an array of appetizers, pasta di...
7 Italian Honeymoon Destinations Off the Beaten Path: Lecce, Taormina, & More
If you’re planning a honeymoon, few destinations could be better (or more popular!) than Italy. And while you could head to your classic honeymoon haunts (Rome, Florence, Venice, the Amalfi coast), your luna di miele is a once-in-a-lifetime experience—and one you might not want to share with every other honeymooning couple. So while the Trevi Fount...
Joseph Nigrelli Sr. named the Dante Society Person of the Year
When Joseph Nigrelli Sr. — the patriarch of Westerly's "First Family of Jewelry" — answered the knock on his front door one recent afternoon, he was a little taken aback to see Dr. Daniel Gaccione standing there before him. When Gaccione announced he was there to tell Nigrelli he'd been named the Dante Society of Westerly's 2023 Person of the Year,...
The struggle to keep the two-hundred-year-old Italian silk tradition alive
A tiny workshop producing silk for customers such as the White House and the Pope is one of the last remaining to practice the centuries-old craft in Caserta, in the heart of Italy. In the late 18th century, King Ferdinand IV of Naples of the House of Bourbon built a summer resort close to the Royal Palace north of Naples in San Leucio. He turned...
Top 15 Must Try Italian Restaurants in New Jersey: Expect a Wait, but the Food is Phenomenal
Italian cuisine is one of the most popular cuisines in the world. It is known for its simple yet flavorful ingredients and traditional cooking techniques that have been passed down through generations. One of the most iconic Italian dishes is pizza, which originated in Naples. The classic Neapolitan pizza is made with simple ingredients like tomato...
Parli Italiano? What Learning a Language Taught Me About Myself
Ciao, come stai? The simple greeting, “Hello, how are you?” in Italian is only three words long, but a powerful starting point to a full language of possibilities. I recently took an Italian class with my husband at a local cultural center over the course of 15 weeks. The experience was both challenging and exciting, pushing me to learn in ways I...
Vincero! The Italian Opera Experience
When: Fri, May 12, 2023 at 7:00 PM - Where: 339 Pleasant St, Malden, MA, 02148 Experience the magic of Italian opera like never before with "Vincerò! The Italian Opera Experience," coming to Malden, MA this May for a limited run. Presented by the Mystic Side Opera Company at the historic Wilbur Fiske Haven House, this Hollywood Award-winning immers...
One of the best bike trails in Italy
While the eternal city is preparing for the great event of the Jubilee 2025, the Sabina region of Lazio dedicates their beautiful journey for cyclists, from Assisi to Saint Peter's, to visitors looking for fresh experiences. Millions of tourists travel to the Italian Capital every year to marvel at the monuments and churches spread throughout the c...
Baci Bistro: A Taste of Italy in the Heart of Kailua
Baci Bistro is a fine dining restaurant in the heart of Kailua that provides excellent customer service and delicious Italian cuisine, while offering a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere. Kelly sat down to dine with owners Matt and Christina Sargent to learn all about the popular spot. “The ambiance, the food, the service, when you step into Bac...