European tourism in the United States plunges, the only exception is the Italians
It’s a trend that could prove costly for the US: the decline in foreign tourism, a key contributor to the US economy since the end of COVID-related restrictions triggered a recovery in international travel. This trend affects Italy with significantly lower figures: last month, just over 80,000 Italians departed for the "States," a decrease of only...
Antoniolli to preside over DuPage Justinians
Attorney Maria Gabriella Antoniolli works closely with individuals who are going through some of the hardest challenges of their lives while passing through the family court system. “We see people at their worst and try to get them out at the other side of the tunnel,” says Antoniolli, who goes by “Gabby.” “You have to deal with a lot of contentiou...
Original Antonio’s Pizzeria going back to its roots in Parma
The iconic Antonio’s Pizza at The Shoppes at Parma closed its doors for good last year after the death of Grace Loschiavo, who started Antonio’s Pizza in 1967 with her husband, Tony. But members of the Loschiavo family are keeping the Parma pizza institution alive with the new Original Antonio’s Pizzeria, planned for 5722 Chevrolet Blvd. at Parmato...
In Rome, AI and 3D technology save the life of a patient deemed inoperable
A groundbreaking surgical procedure, performed eight months ago but only recently disclosed following confirmation of the patient’s full clinical recovery, marks a major milestone in the field of complex oncological surgery. The tumor—spanning from the abdomen to the chest and involving both the liver and the aorta—had previously been deemed inop...
Italy wins gold at the 14th edition of the European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad
Italy shone brightly at the 2025 European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO), delivering a historic performance: three gold medals and one silver (just one point shy of gold), securing first place in the official ranking for European teams. With this result, Italy was crowned the EGMO 2025 European champion. In the overall ranking—which includes g...
'The good stuff': Here's who won best Italian subs in Brockton. What makes them special?
Stella's Pizza in Brockton is the official winner of The Enterprise's best Italian sandwich poll, sweeping the six other finalists with a whopping 50.21% of the vote. The North End Market & Deli in Brockton finished in second place with 19.04%, while Submarine Galley in Abington eked out a three-vote third-place finish over Brockton's Italian Kitch...
Italian American Podcast Ep. 365 The Heartfelt Connection of Italian Identity with Jack Polidori!
Reconnecting with one’s roots is a profound journey that can unravel a tapestry of heritage and identity. We sat down with Jack Polidori, a commissioner from the Delaware Commission of Italian Heritage and Culture, to discuss the soul of Wilmington, Delaware, and uncovering stories of the Feast of St. Anthony, the unique Commissioner’s Night, and t...
The tariff war triggered by the United States hits Italian trade with Washington
The tariff war launched by the United States was already making waves by February. While Italy’s exports rose both month-over-month and year-over-year, trade with Washington plummeted: -9,6%. This is confirmed by Italy’s national statistics agency in its report on foreign trade for February 2025—considered the last month of relative calm before glo...
Jay Piccirillo, Bridgeport’s Force Of Optimism, Owner Of Micalizzi’s Italian Ice, Passes Away At Age 54
Jay Piccirillo, Bridgeport’s force of optimism, owner of Micalizzi’s Italian ice brand, community powerhouse, father, friend to thousands, philanthropist to those who most needed it, died suddenly Friday morning. He had just celebrated his 54th birthday. Jay was on his home treadmill Friday when he collapsed, according to a family member. For Brid...
Director General for Italians Abroad, Luigi Maria Vignali, Presents “Italea” in Detroit at an Exclusive Dinner Hosted by the Italian Consulate
The Italian Consulate in Detroit, under the leadership of Consul Allegra Baistrocchi, recently hosted a memorable evening dedicated to “Roots Tourism,” an initiative spearheaded by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The event featured Luigi Maria Vignali, Director General for Italians Abroad, who introduced the innovative “Italea” program to...
On the Sweet Smelling Vincent Gardenia
Like everyone else who remembers him, I loved character actor Vincent Gardenia (Vincenzo Scognamiglio, 1920-1992) — but it wasn’t until I learned about his early years that I got super jazzed about doing a post on him, for his old-school roots indeed tie him to the themes of this blog. Gardenia was born in Naples, where his father Gennaro Gardenia...
Italy's Efforts to Preserve Art and History
Traveling to Italy and witnessing the history and art displayed in front of you can be an astonishing site. A testament to the significance of the art and culture is the fact that Italy is home to more UNESCO World Heritage sites than any other country. Cities and small towns display some of the most rich culture, art, and history either inside mus...
