Current owners work to preserve a 1939 Italian villa in West Seattle
THE PHRASE “hidden in plain sight” could have originated with the Cettolin house in West Seattle. Nestled along the unpretentious, extended block of 32nd Avenue between the Fauntleroy Expressway (opened in 1965) and Nucor Steel (opened in 1905 as Seattle Steel), the dwelling, upon further examination, looks to be a villa straight from Italy. Which...
Detailing a Disastrous Autumn Day in Ancient Italy
Volcanic eruptions evoke images of lava, fire, and destruction; however, this is not always the case. The Plinian eruption of Mount Vesuvius around 4,000 years ago – 2,000 years before the one that buried the Roman city of Pompeii— left a remarkably intact glimpse into Early Bronze Age village life in the Campania region of Southern Italy. The vill...
World-Famous Italian Sandwich Shop Opens In Greenwich Village
A world-famous Italian spot just opened a location in Greenwich Village. All’Antico Vinaio opened last week at 225 Sullivan St., near West Third Street, which is the eatery's second location in Manhattan. All’Antico Vinaio opened in Florence in 1991, where its three locations became popular tourist attractions for what Savaeur magazine called "the...
Italian Foodie Trivia
When: Nov 11, 6:30 PM - Where: Tuckahoe, 1 Generoso Pope Pl, Tuckahoe, NY 10707, USA Calling all Foodies! Test your knowledge while you discover fun new facts about Italy's illustrious culinary traditions and most iconic ingredients and dishes. Join us Friday evening November 11th for aperitivi & delicioso antipasti accompanied by a La Dolce Vita...
What Makes Balsamic Vinegar So Different From Other Vinegars?
Balsamic vinegar has been around for at least a millennium, yet it's only been on American shelves since the '70s. According to Serious Eats, balsamic spent most of its history lingering in relative obscurity. It existed in a very limited geographic area, which corresponds to the modern Italian provinces of Reggio Emilia and Modena. It has long bee...
The Italian Trade Agency Announces Series of Educational Events Across the US to Spread Awareness of Italian Wines and their Adaptability for Food Pairings
In order to promote the endless possibilities of pairing Italian wine with Italian, international and local cuisines, the Italian Trade Agency announces the Dining with Bacchus tour, a series of educational events in 6 cities across the US throughout the month of November. The events, to be executed in some of America’s most authentic and iconic re...
In St. Scalabrini’s Footsteps
The Catholic New York office at the New York Catholic Center is a short walk from the Center for Migration Studies of New York on East 60th Street near the Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge. I have not made the short trip, but I hope that may soon change after my conversation last week with Don Kerwin, the center’s executive director. Our talk came on the...
What to eat and drink in Italy
One of the world's most revered cuisines, Italian food is a handy umbrella term for the country's cache of regional cuisines. Together they reflect Italy's extraordinary geographic and cultural diversity. The common thread is an indelible link between food and the locals' sense of identity. From the quality of Italy's produce to the reverence for t...
Bagnato family brings a taste of Italy to West View
Jonathan Bagnato is humble about the bustling Italian restaurant he’s helped to create in the heart of West View. “We’re just a couple of guys from the North Side,” he’ll tell you, with a shrug and a smile. But spend much time at Severina Restaurant and Bar, owned and operated by the Bagnato family, and you’ll realize it’s not “just” anything. It’s...
La Scuola International Silicon Valley Campus Is Now Open
La Scuola International Silicon Valley Campus opened the doors to their students on August 17th and delighted in seeing children enjoy the carefully curated spaces which their teachers have created. Children are enjoying both indoor and outdoor spaces, from classrooms and Art Atelier to garden and soccer pitch. They have already harvested numerous...
Best Dishes in the Valtellina
The Valtellina is a valley in the Lombardian region, in northern Italy, bordering Switzerland. This scenic valley is a piece of paradise for everyone who loves skiing, hiking, relaxing in a hot spring, and eating some delicious local food. Today we’re going to take a look at the 5 best dishes you can order around the Valtellina. 1. Pizzoccheri Pizz...
Fondazione Arena Celebrates Verona Festival’s 100th Anniversary in NYC
In order to promote the 100th season of the Arena di Verona Opera Festival (June 16-September 9, 2023), Fondazione Arena will be in New York City on November 9-10. The Big Apple stage will mark the culmination of a lengthy global tour that started just a few days ago in Bucharest, Romania, and will continue until May 2023.