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It's always a pleasure to savor what Eataly has to offer, whether that's artisanal pasta and Neapolitan-style pizza at La Pizza and Pasta, coffee and pastry at Caffé Vergnano, a creamy treat at Il Gelato, or one of the acclaimed Italian food hall's other options for dining in or indulging at home. Eataly Los Angeles recently brought a new restauran...

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The island of Capri has long been a jewel in Italy’s crown, a place where nature, history, and culture converge in a breathtaking tableau. Yet, even among its many wonders, the Grotta Azzurra stands out as a one-of-a-kind beauty that captivated the imaginations of travelers, artists, and scientists alike. But what is it that makes the waters of thi...

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It’s astounding how many everyday English words have their roots in Italian: think confetti, stilettos, casino, volcano, influenza, and quarantine, just to name a handful. However, there are also many words making their way into everyday language that find their origins in specific Italian cities. Items were often titled after their places of origi...

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Italy was ground zero for the Roman world (at least until it split into East and West) and is where many of the most impressive Roman ruins are found today. Italy is full of excellent ancient Roman ruins worth visiting. Some of them are well-known while others are lesser known (like the peculiar Mouth of Truth in Rome). Here are 10 of the best anci...

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Stripped of that certain glamorous mysticism that makes it a world apart, where Hollywood stars naturally stroll amidst the throngs of daily tourists, each hotel and villa seem to boast a legendary history and even a coffee in the iconic Piazzetta is like a luxury, the most glittering of the Phlegrean islands reveals a reassuring and welcoming simp...

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From insalata caprese to perfume ads to images of celebrities vacationing on the Costiera, the 10 square kilometer island of Capri off the Sorrentine Peninsula in Campania has almost unintentionally become one of the places most synonymous with Italy, or at least an Italian summer. Tourists of all shapes and sizes swarm the Marina Grande all season...

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Roughly two years after his return to Naples for “The Hand of God,” Paolo Sorrentino is heading back to his hometown for another movie steeped in the lore of his native southern port city. The still untitled film is about a woman named Partenope “who bears the name of her city but is neither siren nor myth,” the Oscar-winning auteur has revealed to...

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Capri is a small island located off the coast of Italy in the Tyrrhenian Sea. It is a popular tourist destination and is known for its natural beauty, picturesque landscapes, and glamorous lifestyle. The island has a rich history and culture that can be traced back to ancient Roman times. Capri has been a favorite destination for artists, writers,...

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When you’re visiting Southern Italy, the Campania region and Amalfi coast are likely to be on your radar. Most visitors will start in Naples, do a day trip to Pompeii, then go for some relaxation in Sorrento. That’s a perfect itinerary. Only, if you’re going to be in Sorrento, it would be a huge shame to miss a day trip to Capri. Getting to Capri f...

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NIABA’Bi-Annual Conference took place September 19-24, 2022 in Naples, Italy. This marks the return of the event after it was rescheduled as a result of the pandemic. NIABA nominated Director Antonietta Brancaccio-Balzano chair of the Conference given her background and ties to Naples. With the assistance of Directors Anthony Gianfrancesco, and Ral...

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