Leaving “mainland” Venice for the Lagoon has a specific motive: you’re either going to swim, to fish, or to eat. Or, more likely than not, a combination of all three. Whether you take the Vaporetto or head out on your own boat (or a friend’s), adventures await the second Piazza San Marco’s campanile starts to fade into the distance. You don’t neces...
The Arcolian Dental Arts Society will honor Dr. Joseph A. Favia as Arcolian of the Year at its Christmas party on Dec. 10 at The Elmcrest Banquets in Elmwood Park. Favia has been a member of the Arcolians since 1993, serving as the society’s president in 2014 and as its golf outing chairman for the past eight years. ArA graduate of the Loyola Unive...
America has an unwavering love for two kinds of dogs--the ones wagging their tails on the couch and the ones served hot in buns. The hot dog is a true American icon, found in every corner of the country and at all the biggest celebrations, from state fairs to baseball games and the Fourth of July. It's the MVP of American cuisine, whether boiled, s...
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, better known as Mother Cabrini, was a woman who defied the odds, broke barriers, and dedicated her life to serving those most in need. Her legacy continues to shine as she returns to her homeland of Italy as a “pilgrim of hope” in preparation for the 2025 Jubilee. On the anniversary of her beatification, a statue honorin...
On Christmas Eve, 1913, a celebration in Calumet, Michigan, turned into a heartbreaking disaster that forever scarred the local community. Known as the Italian Hall Disaster, this tragic stampede claimed the lives of 73 people, most of them children, in what was meant to be a joyful holiday gathering. Background: A Community Under StrainThe early 2...
2025 is the perfect time to tick off all the places you've always wanted to visit. Planning ahead can help you save money and find the best travel and accommodation options. If you're still undecided, National Geographic's "Best of the World 2025" list highlights 25 incredible destinations to explore next year, including Italian destinations. Among...
The new restaurant, Abbracci Italian Cusine & Cocktails, is offering coastal charm to a local neighborhood. Don and Joanne Migliori are set to unveil their latest culinary venture, Abbracci Italian Cuisine & Cocktails, held its soft opening Friday, Nov. 8, in North Mount Pleasant. The restaurant promises an inviting and elevated dining experience,...
Founded in the 12th century B.C., Padua, Italy, is an ancient gem of a city where history comes alive. Often bypassed in favor of its more famous (and touristy) neighbor, Venice, which is located 25 miles east, Padua is worth a visit for experienced travelers who want to explore a less crowded city with a treasure trove of art, history, and delicio...
When: Tuesday, December 10 at 6:30 PM - Where: 710 Sansome St, San Francisco - Event open to the public | Registration required - REGISTER HERE You read all Elena Ferrante’s books comprising My Brilliant Friend quartet, you’ve been watching the HBO series adaptation, and perhaps you’re curious about the charming and intense city of Naples, the sett...
If you want to experience the culture of Italy, then you need to do more than just visit historic sites or museums. Markets are an integral part of the fabric of Italy, and their existence over centuries is possible because of their relevance in the daily lives of Italian citizens. They are a great place to taste local foods, pick up a souvenir, vi...
The Haunted Group, a renowned hospitality group credited with putting Jerome and Cottonwood "on the map" as Northern Arizona tourism destinations, announces the grand opening of The Haunted Pizano. This much-anticipated authentic Italian pizzeria promises a unique blend of tradition and innovation, inviting guests to savor stone-fired pizzas, house...
Most great female actors get to play a nun at some point in their career: a kind of thespian rite of passage that comes to many in their grande dame years. Isabella Rossellini, however, checked off that box in her very first screen appearance, aged 24: in 1976’s little-remembered Vincente Minnelli musical A Matter of Time, in a bit part opposite he...