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Florida State University is celebrating 50 years of discoveries at the archaeological treasure of Cetamura del Chianti with the inauguration of a new museum in the Tuscany region of Italy. Perched on a hilltop in the Chianti Mountains, the Cetamura del Chianti site was once settled by the Etruscans, Romans, and Italians of the Middle Ages.   Fifty...

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Staying in a lighthouse transformed into an exclusive hotel overlooking the sea, on the wild Sardinian cliff, or in ancient farmhouses immersed in the scents of the countryside where you can still see fireflies. Living for a few days in a castle to feel like a blue-blooded person. Or immerse yourself in the infinity pool overlooking the sea of the...

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If New Jersey has an official food, it’s probably pasta. The Garden State is the undisputed king of Italian food, and you can usually find an acclaimed old-school trattoria or pasta house on every street corner. However, some restauranteurs are trying to take that reputation to the next level. What does New Jersey pasta look like in 2023? It’s not...

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Among Italy’s 58 UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the most of any country – the majority include some type of architecture: castles, churches, city centers, dwellings, public spaces, temples, and tombs. Although traces of settlements have been found dating to more than 50,000 years ago, it was during the eighth century BC when the Etruscans began to i...

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The Ulster County Italian American Foundation (UCIAF) has announced the 2023 recipients of its annual educational and community grants. Anna Brett, the educational awards chairperson, and her committee selected the following winners for the annual $1000 award: Riley Adams, Marlboro High School; Emily Bartolone, Rondout Valley High School; Grace Cas...

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Planning to spend one day in Bologna and wonder what the best itinerary is? You’ve come to the right place! In this Bologna in-a-day guide, I will show you how to make the most of your time in the beautiful capital of the Emilia-Romagna region. With its prime location as one of the country’s major transportation hubs and the convenience of the Frec...

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Piada Italian Street Food opened its fifth location in Greater Cincinnati on Monday. The Columbus-based, fast-casual restaurant chain opened at 6176 Glenway Ave. in Westwood with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday morning. According to a press release, 50% of opening day sales will benefit Oak Hills High School. The Westwood restaurant now joins Piad...

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Google ‘the best and worst times to visit Italy’ and just about every source you find will tell you that the best months to visit Italy are April through June and September through October and that the worst times to visit are July and August, when the weather gets uncomfortably hot and high season brings high prices and crowds. But what if summer...

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The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast is looking for a “Junior Project Manager – Business Events”. The candidate will support the IACCSE’s projects and events senior team to enhance different initiatives, including Chamber’s signature business events. The junior project manager will be tasked with researching and securing venues, planning...

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Borgo Pace, the hamlet of peace: this is what the name of this tiny village of just above 500 means if translated literally. And peaceful it must be, as immersed as it is in the green tranquility typical of the low Apennines, in the Marche province of Pesaro-Urbino, but not far from Tuscany.  However, Borgo Pace isn’t only known for the idyllic ima...

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Biltmore Fashion Park is home to multiple top-rated eateries, and the latest dining concept to join its impressive lineup of restaurants is no exception. Ambrogio15, the award-winning restaurant group out of San Diego, will open its sixth concept at Biltmore Fashion Park in December, bringing Valley residents and visitors a striking dining experien...

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There are fireworks, flaming outdoor candles, a silver bell to summon the waiter – and just one elegantly set table for two. Solo Per Due – “Just for Two” in Italian – is no ordinary restaurant, and not just because of its tiny size.

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