Cividale del Friuli and its UNESCO sites of Longobards in Italy. Places of the Power
The history of the beautiful town of Cividale del Friuli begins during the Roman age and reaches the time of the Longobards when it became the first Duchy of Italy. So much history has passed within the walls of this ancient town that in recent years has seen evidence of Longobard rule enter the list of Italian places considered a UNESCO World Heri...
A Night At The Italian Opera offers music and food for fans of all things Italian
If you like Italian opera and Italian food, mark your calendar for Feb. 11. The Wheeling Symphony’s SoundBites Concert Series is offering a celebration of Italian heritage with an event called A Night At The Italian Opera. You can choose to attend a gourmet Italian meal at the Capitol Theatre Ballroom at 5 p.m., or just the concert in the theatre a...
With a Focus on Italian Hearth Cooking, Marisi Brings a Taste of the Amalfi Coast to La Jolla
Get a taste of the Amalfi Coast without ever leaving San Diego. Having taken frequent trips to Italy and noticing a lack of genuine Italian fare here, the Adler and Lombrozo families knew they had to make their dream a reality. Marisi was born, and the restaurant was named after the owners’ grandparents: “Mar” was taken from Marila and “Isi” was t...
Funding approved for Italian high-speed projects
THE Higher Council of Public Works within the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MIT) has approved funding for sections of the Salerno - Reggio Calabria and Palermo - Catania high-speed lines. The council has approved the technical and economic feasibility of the first 33km between Battipaglia and Romagnano on the Salerno - Reggio Ca...
Anthony Iapoce to become 2023 Mud Hens manager
The Detroit Tigers and Toledo Mud Hens announced today that Anthony Iapoce (eye-uh-POH-see) has been hired as the 2023 manager of the Tigers’ Triple-A affiliate Toledo Mud Hens. Iapoce becomes the tenth person to manage the Mud Hens at Fifth Third Field and the 58th in Toledo baseball history. The 49-year-old from Astoria, NY worked last year as th...
Aglio E Olio Is As Simple As Neapolitan Pasta Can Get
We've all been there, so there is no shame in admitting it. It's that moment when you're staring blankly into your pantry, waiting for inspiration to strike. You're on edge because there was traffic on the way home from work and little Johnny needs to be at karate in half an hour. You need something simple, tasty, and, above all, fast. You need a p...
Italy’s Estrema Fulminea Electric Supercar After Nurburgring Record
Estrema Fulminea is a new electric supercar from Italy that will reportedly use solid-state battery technology, as well as ultra-capacitors. It sounds like a direct rival to the Rimac Nevera, with four individual electric motors that give a combined power output of 1.5 megawatts, enough the startup hopes for the vehicle to take the Nurburgring lap...
Dolce Caffe serves tasty baked goods
Something about this time of year sparks a sweet tooth in me that lies dormant for the rest of the year. Despite a mild hankering for something sweet now and again, I do still prefer an option that is a bit savory too. And I guess that’s what makes the Italian goodies at Dolce Caffe oh so perfect. Yes, the Caughlin Ranch restaurant offers a light b...
Exploring the Majestic Almalfi Coast – The Perfect Italy Trip
Are you looking for the perfect Italy trip? Look no further than the stunningly beautiful Almalfi Coast. This picturesque coastline along the southern edge of Italy’s Sorrentine Peninsula offers breathtaking views, delicious cuisine, and unique experiences that you won’t find anywhere else on the planet. Let us explore what this incredible region h...
illycaffè extends US coffee machine network to ‘premium lifestyle’ locations
illycaffé has partnered with Florida-based specialty coffee machine operator Reliant Coffee to introduce its coffee at ‘premium lifestyle destinations’ across the US. The Italian coffee roaster is seeking to meet increasing consumer demand for premium coffee at select retail and hospitality locations, including luxury car dealerships, residential b...
In the Shadow of Rome, 3 Ancient Grape Varieties Stage a Comeback
Two thousand years ago, vines flourished around Rome, one of the largest cities in the ancient world. All over Europe, in every place they inhabited, Romans planted the common European grape Vitis vinifera and ultimately developed winemaking techniques that continue to shape wine production today. And though the people of Rome famously enjoyed thei...
Very Expressive Italian Grandma Goes Viral for Unintentionally Entertaining a Kitten with Her Classic Italian Hand Gestures
If you come from an Italian family or have ever talked to an Italian, then you know that their language is more than just sounds with their mouths, it's very much also hand gestures. We all know the *chef's kiss* hand gestures and, of course, the classic Italian hand movement when you touch all the tips of your fingers together. Well, this Italian...