Petition: Stop the City of Boston from unfairly excluding North End Restaurants
Boston's Mayor Wu and Mr. Segun, Director of the Office of Economic Development and Inclusion, have excluded North End restaurants from participating in the citywide outdoor dining program. Every restaurant in the City of Boston, except the North End restaurants, can now offer permanent outdoor dining on public property for the price of $399. Th...
For one in two Italians, food is for relating
For 45% of Italians (almost one out of two), food consumption is a way to relate to loved ones while for more than one out of five compatriots, food is above all a "health issue": we eat not only to feed ourselves but with the aim of keeping fit through nutrition and, to this end, we also condition our food choices.This is revealed by a study carri...
A convergence of art and technology Made in Italy at South by Southwest
An exhibition that looks to the future of both music and the arts, and technology. There will be 11 companies in attendance, including innovative startups and players in the audiovisual market, which will make up the Italy pavilion at the Creative Industries Expo of the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, Texas; the leading event dedicate...
The Consulate of Italy in Detroit celebrated Italian Design Day (and International Women's Day) with two juxtaposed events showcasing the best of Italian design and craftsmanship in Detroit and in Toledo
The first event, "Italy: Quality that Illuminates. The Rebel Glassblower and the Editor in Chief in Detroit", was held on March 8th, 2023 at the Russell Industrial Center in Detroit in collaboration with Habatat Detroit Fine Art. The evening featured a conversation with Ruben Modigliani, Editor-In-Chief of IFDM (Interior Furniture Design Magazine),...
Italy's dugout at the World Baseball Classic has an espresso machine, and it's so perfectly Italian
Nothing gets your heart pumping quite like competitive international baseball. Except, of course, for a strong shot of espresso. Team Italy, coached by New York Mets legend Mike Piazza, has a unique advantage if and when they get tired while competing at the World Baseball Classic. Their dugout has an espresso machine, with to-go coffee cups and ev...
San Giacomo: Discovering the Hidden Charm of Northeastern Italy
When one thinks of Italy, they often picture bustling cities like Rome, Florence, and Venice. But if you venture off the beaten path, you’ll find small towns and villages that are just as charming and rich in history and culture. One of those hidden gems is San Giacomo, a small town in the northeastern region of Italy. San Giacomo is a picturesque...
Why Do Roman Roads Have No Potholes?
At its greatest extent, the Roman Empire encompassed a vast area from modern-day Portugal in the west to modern-day Iraq and the Caucasus Mountains to the east, from Egypt to its south all the way to England to its North. This expansive area was connected through an extensive roadway system. But if this was made in ancient times and was heavily use...
Is the New Torrisi Restaurant Worth It?
Say what you want about Major Food Group, comprising Rich Torrisi and Mario Carbone, along with their partner, Jeff Zalaznick, who’ve opened a conglomerate of restaurants across the globe — many of them named after themselves. Let’s face it: They’re long on appeal, or they wouldn’t be doing so well. Maybe it’s because they make restaurantgoers feel...
What to eat and drink in Sicily
Spaghetti ai ricci in sea-urchin sauce, swordfish carpaccio on a seafront terrace, veg-spiked arancini and primeval offal at a market: whatever the time, place or occasion, Sicily cooks up traditional dishes and street snacks bursting with seasonal flavor and top-quality island produce. Fish and shellfish abound in this sun-spun kitchen. Over the c...
Luchini celebrates 100th birthday
What do you do when you turn 100? You throw a party, of course! That’s exactly what Lea Luchini did on Feb. 18 when family and friends gathered in celebration at Papa Joe’s in Orland Park. A Facebook campaign by her eldest grandson yielded more than 200 birthday cards, which Luchini presented to Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau at a village board meet...
Italy's own Loire: Valle d'Aosta and its castles
Valle d’Aosta is known for its beautiful mountains and for the ancient Roman heritage of its most important town, Aosta. Architecture and history lovers, however, are probably also familiar with its majestic castles: according to 19th-century Piemontese playwright and historian Giuseppe Giacosa, there are 72 castles, fortified houses, and keeps in...
40 Skills You Learn In Italy That You Wouldn’t Need Living Anywhere Else
Italy, a land steeped in rich history and renowned for its stunning architecture, delectable cuisine, and fashion-forward style, offers more than just its breathtaking vistas and indulgent delights. Living in Italy has its own set of challenges, but it also provides a wealth of opportunities to learn skills that are unique to the Italian way of lif...