We The Italians

Want one of the world’s best pizzas? Head to Spacca Napoli in Ravenswood

Jonathan Goldsmith has some of his wine shipped in from the southern Italian island of Ischia, his mozzarella di bufala comes from the Caserta province just north of Naples. When he sees that a family is about to welcome a new baby, he presents a bottle of Prosecco to the expectant mother — to drink at a later date, of course. And when he’s not in Italy, Goldsmith, 68, is in the kitchen or flittin...

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Rome's Ancient Theater of Marcellus Looks Like A Missing Piece Of The Colosseum (& It...

The Romans loved public entertainment and built many massive theaters and amphitheaters around their empire. The most famous amphitheater in Rome is the Colosseum, but there are other amphitheaters and theaters to discover in the ancient city such as the Theater of Marcellus. While some ancient Roman buildings have survived mostly in their ancient form (such as the Pantheon of Rome, the oldest bui...

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The Outsiders: Why Black Audiences Love Italian American Screen Icons

“It’s the greatest love story—that movie is emblazoned on us. It romanticizes the decadence and excess that is hip-hop,” DJ Quik says from the Zoom rectangle, holding up a photo of himself wearing a T-shirt featuring the image of one of Al Pacino’s most famous roles, Scarface’s Tony Montana. Though Scarface centers on the rise and fall of a fictitious Cuban immigrant turned Miami cocaine kingpin—a...

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The Florence Duomo Unveiled: 7 Fascinating Historical Facts

Florence is home to some of Italy’s finest Renaissance art, history and architecture. It’s a must-see for visitors to Italy and one of the world’s most famous cultural cities. But rising above all these masterpieces, both literally, and some would argue figuratively, is the colossal Florence Duomo, or otherwise known as Santa Maria Del Fiore. The enormous red-tiled dome—the biggest brick and morta...

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Review: Pappardella Serves Authentic Italian on the Upper West Side

If you like hearty, home-cooked meals that are consistently good (who doesn't?), then Pappardella is your jam. Located on the Upper West Side close to the Museum of Natural History, this Italian hotspot has been going strong for 40 years, serving its local clientele and tourists, too. They are obviously doing a few things right as this space is usually packed, especially during the dinner rush. It...

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Santo Stefano di Sessanio: a timeless piece of Abruzzo

Santo Stefano di Sessanio is a testimony to Italy’s medieval heritage, located in the Gran Sasso National Park. This small village, perched at an altitude of 1250 meters, is surrounded by the peaks of the Abruzzo region, offering a unique blend of history, architecture, and natural beauty. Historically, Santo Stefano di Sessanio has roots that delve deep into the annals of time. Originating in the...

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“The Italian Hurricane” Vic DiBitetto hits the Sherman Theater on November 4

Comedian Vic DiBitetto, also know as “The Italian Hurricane” is coming to the Sherman Theater on November 4. An incredibly powerful performer, comedian Vic DiBitetto churns energy, honesty and humanity into nonstop laughter. His pace is frenetic, and he’s been called a cross between Rodney Dangerfield and Ralph Kramden. The bottom line is, DiBitetto leaves his audiences breathless with laughter. D...

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Best places to visit in Italy in October and November: 10 hidden gems to discover

Here we are: the summer is now over, it's time to go back to work and study at full capacity, leaving behind in sighs memories from the carefree moments of the holidays - in particular that fantastic trip that you organized thanks to the suggestions from Visit Italy, right? Well, who said that you can't enjoy some nice trips in autumn? Today, with this special appointment with the Hidden Gems Autu...

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Savor the Seasons With Regional Italian Specialties at Isola

Isola means “island.” The new Isola Italian Trattoria menu speaks an unforgettable language for the cuisine of the Island where it presented itself this year in North Beach Haven and will warm the coming seasons. A sizzling wood-fired pizze menu includes pies such as Mortadella con pistachio, or Cacciatore with house-made sausage, and Calabrian chili, lobster pizza enhanced by lemon-garlic béchame...

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Her family inherited a 900-year-old Italian castle. Here’s what it’s like living ther...

When Ludovica Sannazzaro Natta introduces herself to new people, she always leads with the key facts: She’s 21, about to turn 22. She’s Italian. She’s a “very proud Scorpio.” She studied musical theater in Los Angeles and New York. Then, she’ll add an unexpected extra detail into the mix. “I live in a castle full time.” Sannazzaro Natta moved into the 45-roomed, turreted, fairytale Castle Sannazza...

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New England

Dining now in store at Il Pastaficio

Il Pastaficio opened at 135 Post Road East last summer, selling authentic Italian pasta and sauces. Now, owner Frederico Perandin is expanding the establishment’s offerings by opening a full-service restaurant and adding catering, weekly regional Ita... Read More

New York

With sausage ‘n’ peppers sizzling, Columbus Day festival celebrates for four days on Staten Island

With cannoli and steak-eating contests at the Italian Festival at The Mount, “abbondanza” food is part of the draw to Mount Loretto’s fall fundraiser. This year, the Columbus Day weekend revelry runs four days straight, from Oct. 6 through Oct. 9. “I... Read More

East

Bobby Rydell’s legacy lives in Tommy Coniglio

“The kid is good!” For Tommy Coniglio, at the time a 21-year-old “bar singer” at a Wildwood restaurant, the words were like a lightning strike. “The kid is good” had spilled from the lips of Tommy’s musical idol, Philadelphia music royalty, Bobby Ryd... Read More

South East

The 13th Annual Hilton Head Italian Heritage Festival

We are so happy to announce that our Festival will be back again next year! We look forward to seeing you all again on Saturday, October 21, 2023 (11:00 am - 4:00 pm) at The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn (70 Honey Horn Dr, Hilton Head Island... Read More

Great Lakes

Want one of the world’s best pizzas? Head to Spacca Napoli in Ravenswood

Jonathan Goldsmith has some of his wine shipped in from the southern Italian island of Ischia, his mozzarella di bufala comes from the Caserta province just north of Naples. When he sees that a family is about to welcome a new baby, he presents a bot... Read More

Midwest

Soon-to-open Roma's Italian Restaurant should be good addition to downtown Hutchinson

Details were promised last week about a new downtown Italian restaurant currently making plans to open in the former Julian's location, 216 N. Main, just south of the Santa Fe tracks. Another group had announced reopening but ran into problems, enabl... Read More

South

The Story of MIANONNA

In authentic Italian cuisine, community is perhaps the key ingredient. The best Italian recipes are often made with love, passed down by family, and steeped in old-world tradition. No one understands this more than Joseph Lafferty. Grandson of Dallas... Read More

West

Meet "Italians in the Pacific Northwest" Author, Tessa Floreano

Thursday, October 19 · 6:30 - 8pm PDT. Tualatin Public Library - 18878 Southwest Martinazzi Avenue Tualatin, OR. Join Italian Portland to meet local author and community historian Tessa Floreano. Pre-order your book, Italians in the Pacific Northwest... Read More

California

The Outsiders: Why Black Audiences Love Italian American Screen Icons

“It’s the greatest love story—that movie is emblazoned on us. It romanticizes the decadence and excess that is hip-hop,” DJ Quik says from the Zoom rectangle, holding up a photo of himself wearing a T-shirt featuring the image of one of Al Pacino’s m... Read More

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