Ninth annual Italian festival coming to Scottsdale this weekend
This weekend the ninth annual Italian Festival is coming to Old Town Scottsdale Waterfront near Scottsdale and Camelback Roads. The Italian Association of Arizona is hosting the two-day festival on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year’s theme is La Strada del Vino. It means “the street of wine,” according to M...
Blessed Carlo Acutis relic central to Salt Lake City apostolate
What started with the acquisition of a first-class relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis – three hairs from the Italian blessed’s head – has grown into a veritable triumvirate of young saints' relics in the Diocese of Salt Lake City. After recently receiving a second relic, skin from St. Maria Goretti, Father Gustavo Vidal traveled to Mexico in order to...
Marino’s Italian Kitchen and Bar in Phoenix, AZ
Located in Desert Ridge Marketplace, Marino’s Italian Kitchen and Bar offers indoor and outdoor seating, making it the ideal lunch or dinner spot before or after a shopping trip. With its inviting atmosphere, it’s worth a special visit all on its own. The restaurant features a large bar, vibrant greenery, and five red booths that line the back of t...
San Francisco Italian Athletic Club Foundation sponsors Club Italia LA28 Baseball
Following the threatening weather situation caused by Hurricane Milton in Florida, the first group of Club Italia LA28 pitchers and catchers will depart from Rome for Surprise, Arizona, where they will train at the Kansas City Royals Spring Training Facility. The Olympic Camp is supported by the SFIAC Foundation, an official FIBS partner who is no...
The Italian Origins Of The Pacific Northwest's Iconic Walla Walla Onions
Folks from Washington go hard for the Walla Walla sweet onion. In fact, it became the state's official vegetable in 2007. But the beginnings of this particular allium go far beyond the Pacific Northwest -- across an ocean or two, in fact. The seed for the onion that would eventually become the Walla Walla sweet came from Corsica, an island in the M...
Elevated coastal Italian hotspot Élephante Scottsdale arrives this fall
Opening this fall at Scottsdale Fashion Square, Élephante is an all-new coastal Italian restaurant combining irresistible fare, delightful drinks and spectacular vibes. Handcrafted by renowned restaurateur and designer, Nick Mathers, every single aspect of this 12,000 square foot dining destination, with a total capacity of 345, including 60 patio...
Basil Russo: Bridging Divides to Strengthen Italian American Heritage
In September, Angelo Cassaro, president of the Italian American Club of Southern Nevada, presented Basil Russo with a Lifetime Honoring Membership for his efforts to promote national unity among Italian Americans. Russo, president of ISDA and COPOMIAO, encouraged club members to preserve and celebrate their heritage by passing it on to younger gene...
A Vibey Italian Restaurant With a Candy Shop Is the Latest Retro Throwback to Hit the Strip
Las Vegas is clearly having a moment with all things retro. Following other restaurant openings this year themed to the 1960s and ’70s, the latest entrant to the Las Vegas Strip is embracing a design inspired by 1970s Italy. This winter, Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino will debut a stylish new Italian restaurant with a swanky lounge and candy shop...
Eldorado Great Italian Festival to return for its 42nd year
The smells, sounds, and vibrant colors of Italy will take over downtown Reno (NV) as the 42nd annual Great Italian Festival kicks off on Saturday, October 12. The festival takes place on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m., and wraps up Sunday, October 13 from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. The event is open to the public, and free to enter. This...
Andiamo! Let’s go to the Italian Festival!
The sights, sounds and flavors of Italy are coming to Scottsdale as the ninth annual Italian Festival transforms the Waterfront into a vibrant celebration of culture on October 19 and 20. The event hopes to transport attendees to the bustling city streets and beautiful countryside with food, entertainment and cultural activities. This festival is m...
Azzurri chosen for Club Italia LA28 Olympic Baseball Camp in Arizona and Florida
The Azzurri roster for the 2024 Olympic Camp has been announced and has been split up in two between an exclusive mini-camp for pitchers and catchers in Surprise, Arizona at the Kansas City Royals Spring Training facility and the University of Tampa, where the position players will join the others for core of the program. Intersquad games as well a...
An immigrant's journey from coal miner to Millionaire's Row
In 1902, 22-year-old Pietro Nelli, like so many immigrants before him, boarded a ship and left Italy to seek a better future in America. At that age, he could have never imagined what lay before him. It’s possible he saw himself as a loving father and husband — which he was. And perhaps even a successful businessman — ditto. But it’s unlikely he wo...