Brilliant Banchero makes grand entrance as No. 1 pick shines on NBA bow
Paolo Banchero said his dazzling NBA debut was a moment he had "been working for my whole life" after showing why the Orlando Magic made him the first overall pick. The 19-year-old American-Italian set a Magic points record for a rookie by scoring 27 points with 11-of-18 shooting against the Detroit Pistons, also claiming nine rebounds and providin...
Celebrate 30 years of business with family-run Settepani Bakery in Williamsburg
Williamsburg’s treasured Settepani Bakery (602 Lorimer St.) is turning 30, and the Settepani family is inviting the whole neighborhood to celebrate with them. Settepani’s 30th Birthday Party, complete with great food, drinks, and music, will take place on October 23 from noon – 3 p.m. at 602 Lorimer Street. Settepani Bakery is a family-owned busine...
Sons & Daughters of Italy in America San Diego Lodge #1627 90th Year Anniversary Dinner Dance
Hey friends and family!! I need you to help us celebrate our 90th Anniversary! With the great entertainer Frank DiSalvo, an awesome venue (Veloce Motors The Vault - Miramar ), and great food, this will be a dinner dance and party you'll never forget! Italian Style! Celebrating the 90th Year Anniversary of the Sons of Italy San Diego- Lodge No. 1627...
Tyburn Academy: A tribute to Joe LoPiccolo
Every fall, Tyburn Academy of Mary Immaculate hosts a sports banquet to honor a local servant leader in the Auburn community. As always, this year's banquet is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council No. 207 and offers a delicious and authentic Italian dinner prepared by the Cultural Italian American Organization and the Italian Cucina Crew. A...
Carla Gambescia at the Columbus Citizens Foundation - Wednesday, November 2
Make your bookings for Wednesday, November 2, for "Italy: The World's Superpower" with Carla Gambescia. All attendees will receive a copy of Carla's 2nd edition of her award-winning book, La Dolce Vita University: An Unconventional Guide to Italian Culture from A to Z. RSVP Here. Join us for this fascinating exploration of how Italy arose like a ph...
Hilton Head Island Italian Heritage Festival returns Saturday
We caught up with Paul Ciamano, Festival Chairman, with the Italian Heritage Festival this week. He was enjoying a long drive. At least we assumed he was. “I’m driving to Morgantown, West Virginia to pick up 420 pepperoni rolls” That’s dedication. Saturday, Paul and his team will host the 12th Italian Heritage Festival at the Coastal Discovery Muse...
IAP 252: One Very Jazzy Italian American with Special Guest Vanessa Racci
Italians have been a force in jazz almost since the music was born, and this week’s guest is no exception! Vanessa Racci has dedicated her career to being an ambassador not only for her Italian heritage but also for the heritage of jazz music. Vanessa grew up in Westchester County, New York amid an Italian American family that steeped her in Italia...
What is The Best Italian Restaurant on Long Island?
Ahh, Italiana! Food dominated by sauces, cheeses, herbs and carbs…it’s no wonder the cuisine is so popular. But what is the Best Italian Restaurant on Long Island? Long Islanders voted Grandpa Tony’s the Best Italian Restaurant on Long Island in the 2022 Bethpage Best of Long Island contest! What makes Grandpa Tony’s the best Italian restaurant on...
Candice Guardino's Italian Bred Comes to NJPAC, November 4
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) welcomes the Candice Guardino's Italian Bred on Friday, November 4, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Back by popular demand! In her one-woman show Italian Bred, actress and storyteller Candice Guardino shares a heartfelt look at her quirky childhood on Staten Island. With humor and skill, Candice impersonates all of the m...
Sicily vacation: the best places in Sicily to visit
Sicily is a treasure chest to discover, any time of year. From the Baroque cathedrals of Palermo to the temples of Agrigento and Segesta, from the splendid blue flag beaches of eastern Sicily to the marvellous mosaics of Piazza Armerina, not to mention the dreamy islands that dot the seas with which it is surrounded. Sicily is the largest island in...
First Look: Cathedral Italian Bistro from Luke Rogers
Executive chef Luke Rogers has rebounded from the closing of Savor, the late restaurant at Klyde Warren Park that was a casualty of the pandemic, with his newest venture, Cathedral Italian Bistro in Plano. As reported in the Observer earlier this year prior to the opening, Rogers’ vision was of a combined steakhouse and Italian restaurant: “We're g...
18 Cool Things To Do In Cleveland’s Little Italy
Cleveland’s Little Italy is rich in culture, cuisine, and good times. There are so many great things to do in Cleveland’s Little Italy, and this neighborhood crawl is the best way to see its top attractions. Grab a group of your friends, take a selfie (be sure to follow Only In Cleveland on Instagram, where you can tag us in your pics), and start p...