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The iconic Mr. Peanut celebrated his 100th birthday back in 2016, and the sweeping celebration that Planters threw was a testament to his enduring popularity as a mascot. (Daily Meal named him among the most iconic food mascots of all time.) While everyone recognizes the monocle-wearing, anthropomorphized peanut today, the story behind his creation...

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April 17, 2024, marks the 500th anniversary of the first entry of someone from the Old World into New York Bay. It was, of course, an explorer from the lands now called Italy: Giovanni da Verrazzano. We the Italians could not miss this very important date with history. We talk about it with admiration, pride and gratitude, hosting a great researche...

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When it comes to experiencing the true essence of Italian cuisine outside of Italy, The Italian Store stands as a beacon of authenticity. Nestled in the heart of Arlington, this culinary gem has delighted locals and visitors alike with its wide array of Italian delicacies, gourmet products, and warm ambiance since its inception. More than just a gr...

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Vienna residents may be familiar with locally-owned Pazzo Pomodoro with its Italian pastas and pizzas served on red checkered tablecloths. But at the same shopping center, the restaurant group has a sister restaurant with a focus on Italian deli goods and items to take and enjoy at home. Nozzo Pazzo Deli Delizioso had opened in December 2022 at...

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For 20 years, Bellissimo Restaurant has been serving delicious Italian food to the residents of Fairfax City. "We are a small, cozy, neighborhood restaurant that strives to be a place where people can come, relax and enjoy scrumptious food in a beautiful setting," said Mary Killay Lavayen, who owns the restaurant with her husband Omar and their thr...

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It appears that Christopher Columbus has lived to sail another day in the commonwealth. Before crossover at the General Assembly, the House Committee on Rules opted not to take up action on a measure, patroned by Del. Paul Krizek (D-Alexandria), to replace “Columbus Day” with “Indigenous Peoples’ Day” in the commonwealth. As similar effort has been...

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Specializing in homemade fresh pasta, a wood-fired oven and wine dinners and tastings, Dolce Vita Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar has been the go-to place in Fairfax City to find authentic Italian cuisine for 35 years. "We have long establish relationships with our neighbors and guests," said owner Cyrus Colman. "We are always innovating and coming w...

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Old Town Deli at 109 N. Washington Street in Alexandria (VA) will be joining the regional chain Capo Italian Deli sometime over the next month. A special use permit was filed with the City of Alexandria to rebrand the deli as Capo Deli. The Alexandria location will be the second Capo Deli location in Virginia after one in Tysons. The application sa...

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Imagine for a moment the many activities that could follow a successful 42-year career in medicine, a career that started in New York and wound up serving the U.S. embassy staff in Rome, Italy. Was your first thought to open a 24-seat wine and coffee bar in Cape Charles? That’s exactly what retired gynecologist Paul Caciula, and his wife, Josephine...

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A little corner of Italy was added to Leesburg over the summer when David Mata-Bruni opened Caffe Bottega Italiana with his parents Luis and Vicenta Mata along of Fort Evans Road. The sandwich shop and food market features items that are almost all exclusively imported from Italy. Mata-Bruni sources them from a New York-based importing company, whe...

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