IABF in Italy for 2022 Mission Classic
Mission Classic. Mission accomplished. I say proudly that Mission Classic was one of the most culturally significant moments in Italian baseball history. Writing on behalf of IABF, we are grateful and appreciative of the efforts that FIBS put into making this happen. On a micro level, it was also one of the most impactful and important moments in o...
Mozzarella di Bufala Campana and Prosciutto di Parma pdo on tour in the U.S.
This year, the Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World (14-20 Nov.) is dedicated to “Conviviality, Sustainability, and Innovation: the ingredients of Italian cuisine for the health of people and the preservation of the planet.” The two Consortia for the protection of Prosciutto di Parma PDO and Mozzarella di Bufala Campana PDO, two symbols of Ital...
IAP256: Inspired by Ancestral Gratitude- The Story of Dr. Rosemary Intili Ferdinand
Sometimes in life, we have occasions to pause and take stock of the good we can do in the world around us. For this week’s guest, it was two particular occasions (when she received TWO double lung transplants at University of South Florida-Tampa General Hospital) that inspired her to say “Grazie” to both the hospital that saved her life and the anc...
A new Speaker of the House, once again an Italian American
We congratulate Italian American Kevin McCarthy as the next Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. Speaker McCarthy's mother, Roberta, is the daughter of an Italian immigrant. Her maiden name is Palladino. Speaker McCarthy was first elected to Congress in 2006 after serving one term in the state legislature. He represents California's 23rd d...
Maribella Ristorante now open in downtown Sioux Falls
A new upscale Italian restaurant is now open in downtown Sioux Falls, a third concept for restaurant owners Riccardo and Mary Beth Tarabelsi. “We really wanted to design a restaurant that would give our guests a completely different experience than R Wine Bar,” Riccardo Tarabelsi said. While they both serve Italian food, the newly opened Maribella...
Mazzini-Verdi to fete powerhouse pair
The Mazzini-Verdi Club will honor Steve Menconi as Man of the Year and Cathy Ciminello as Woman of the Year at the President’s Ball on Dec. 3 at its clubhouse in Franklin Park. To make reservations, call Maria Banducci at 630-443-8722 or Maria Casali at 773-589-0388. The following profiles were provided by the organization. CATHERINE CIMINELLO Cath...
The vestals, the real empresses of ancient Rome
Thanks to archaeology, history and art, today we know quite a lot about the Ancient Romans, yet, there are still some mysteries to unveil: one of them is certainly that of the Vestals, the holy priestesses who dedicated their lives to Vesta, the goddess of the hearth and the family, whose worship was considered essential for the welfare and safety...
Michelin-Approved Team Revamps Italian Restaurant in La Jolla
Semola in La Jolla has relaunched as Ambrogio by Acquerello, introducing all-new dishes designed to align with the restaurant’s Michelin fine dining ambitions. Famed chef Silvio Salmoiraghi and his team from Italy’s Michelin-starred Acquerello (including chef-partner Choi Cheolhyeok, sous chef Davide Colombo, and gastronome Paolo Tucci) have now fu...
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini: Indomitable Witness
A few years ago, the New York City public arts program decided to build more statues of women. When they held a poll to decide which statues to erect, Mother Frances Xavier Cabrini received the most votes. Nevertheless, they decided not to include her. Citizens spoke up, however, and on Columbus Day 2020 a permanent statue of St. Cabrini was unveil...
5 unusual experiences to have in Rome
Rome is a desirable year-round tourist destination holding an impressive breadth of artistic and cultural heritage. Going on vacation to Rome for the first time means not missing a whole series of "must-see" stops, such as the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums. But outside of the "mainstream" circuit, so to speak, the capital still has plenty to of...
The Case for Pasta at Thanksgiving
For people unaccustomed to it, the idea of lasagna at Thanksgiving might seem extreme. When the holiday table is already buckling under the weight of stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, and a giant turkey, the choice to add a tray of bubbling, saucy lasagna may not seem obvious – but that’s what makes it so special. Growing up, Searc...
Full circle: Eric D’Alessandro returns to his comedy roots — and his hometown — with upcoming Staten Island shows
Eric D’Alessandro always knew all roads would lead to comedy. “It’s just kind of an extension of trying to not make my childhood end,” said the 32-year-old former resident of Westerleigh. “My friends and I would mess around all day, all my friends were so funny. We loved making jokes. We loved studying comedians and watching comedy together and alw...