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Two realities that share many values, an important pairing precisely to emphasize how the "Freccia Rossa" - one of the most prestigious and best-known Italian brands in the world - is proposed as a further symbol of Made in Italy in the United States. 1000 Miglia - defined by Enzo Ferrari as the most beautiful race in the world - is much more than...

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This story has gotten so confusing. Years ago, I became obsessed with the chicken parmesan at Italia Mia. I’d often go for lunch since their location on 62nd in St. Pete wasn’t far from our studios. The lunch specials were super cheap. Most times, I stuck with the chicken parm but the Italian sausages and pizza were also pretty amazing. Then the pa...

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A vacant commercial space in St. Pete's Grand Central District will become a new high-end Italian market and dining hall.  Julius Nasso, founder of The Big City Group and Big City Hospitality, has announced plans for the new concept, San Valentino Italian Market, which will debut later this year at 2063 1st Avenue South.  The 12,082-square-foot bui...

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From Dali and Cirque du Soleil to Picasso and even the World Shuffleboard Championships, St. Pete is no stranger to international headliners on the social calendar. This December, the holidays will bring yet another showstopping performer as the “Voice of Passion” Andrea Del Principe comes to The Palladium straight from Italy. Andrea Del Principe h...

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He does it once again! The Italian American Society of St. Petersburg (IASOSP) elects Steve Dante as the club’s next president. Dante last served as IASOSP president in 2008-09. His presidency begins January 2024 and ends December 2025. Currently, he serves as the vice president and his wife Sharon Dante serves as president of the society. Original...

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You cheddar believe it – an 837-pound block of cheese just got delivered to Mazzaro’s, and pretty soon, you’ll be able to hunk of it yourself at the Italian market. Typically, Mazzaro’s holds a ceremonial first cutting in early December, when the cheese will first become available for customers to buy. Stay tuned for updates, as this cheese is alwa...

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One of the best parts of being a food writer are the restaurant recommendations I get from readers. I love hearing, “Oh my gosh, I know a place you have to try!” Or better yet, when readers tell me exactly where I need to go and what I should order. Some of my favorite eateries fell onto my radar simply by word of mouth. (And any small business own...

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In a first for the neighborhood, a sparkling new steakhouse and bar is opening soon on 4th Street North, led by a star-studded team of chefs. Frankie’s Italian Chophouse has its official Grand Opening on July 1 at 8901 4th Street North. Promising a “classic meets modern” approach, Frankie’s will specialize in high quality steaks and meats, fine win...

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Trying to keep track of all the new places opening in St. Pete lately is about as easy as counting seashells during a walk on the beach. But as so many new restaurants, bars and businesses pop up, we hold a special place for the ones who recognize that St. Pete, too, is a special place, and ingrain themselves in our growing community. One year ago...

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Mazzaro’s Italian Market made headlines last year for its 854-pound block of cheese—and it’s once again unveiling another slab of the good stuff. The popular Italian market will slice into the massive block on Saturday, April 1 at 11 a.m. sharp (insert cheese pun here) Typically, a forklift is used to get the hunk of cheese into the market, located...

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