Rome’s rabbi gifts Talmud to Library of Congress
The Library of Congress got an Italian-Jewish present, brought all the way from Rome by its chief rabbi. Rabbi Riccardo Di Segni of the Roman Jewish community on Monday (Oct. 23) presented the library the first volume of the first Talmud to be printed in Italy in 500 years. The Talmud, a book of Jewish law compiled from the 3rd to 6th centuries A.D...
Italian Heritage Celebrated with Annual Gala Ball
A special event was held in Cumberland County this past weekend to celebrate Italian heritage. On the night of Saturday, October 21st, the Italian Cultural Foundation of South Jersey held their 30th annual Gala Ball at the Greenview Inn at the Eastlyn Golf Course in Vineland. Each year, the event honors those who show immense pride in their Italian...
Carmine's succeeds with massive portions and consistent flavors
Up until 13 years ago — and since 1990 — what happened at Carmine’s in New York stayed at Carmine’s New York. But its ownership, particularly CEO Jeffrey Bank, knew Carmine’s had what it took to expand off the island, confident that its scratch kitchen approach to old-fashioned, family-style Italian cuisine that, as the New York Times said in found...
A food company owner created one of the the biggest (and brightest) kitchens in N.J.
Cecilia Ercolino wanted an ultra-modern kitchen in the color of a fire engine. Actually, make that a red Ferrari. The cabinets would have a high-gloss lacquer finish with all the heart-quickening shine of the Italian sports car. In her planning, Ercolino imagined the many guests with informed and demanding palates that she would entertain in the 1,...
Winners announced for the video contest for students of Italian language on the occasion of the 17th Week of Italian Language in the world
On October 18 an award ceremony was held at the Embassy of Italy in Washington DC to honor the winners of a video contest organized by the Embassy on the occasion of the 17th week of the Italian Language in the world. Minister Catherine Flumiani announced the two winning videos: “Tiramisù” for the Rose L. Hardy Middle School in Washington, DC and “...
Columbus statute earns re-dedication in Garfield
An air of defiance hung over the re-dedication ceremony for a Christopher Columbus statute in Garfield on Saturday morning. Local, state and federal leaders who spoke at Columbus Park for the monument’s 50th anniversary made brief nods to the anti-Columbus sentiment that has swept the nation of late. But for the more than 40 people in attendance, t...
Harness Racing Hall of Famer, Tony Abbatiello Passes Away
Anthony “Tony” Abbatiello, a United States Trotting Association director for 25 years and chairman of the board from 1997 to 2003, died Oct. 19, 2017, at his home in Colts Neck, N.J., after complications from heart failure. He was 89. Abbatiello, the son of Italian immigrants, started in the sport by acquiring 457 acres in what is now known as Colt...
Everyone's Italian when celebrating with Lidia Bastianich
Many of Lidia Bastianich's best culinary creations begin with two words: “Company's coming!” The Emmy Award-winning public television host, restaurateur and best-selling cookbook author has a flair for entertaining guests that runs the gamut from extravagant to simple – from a formal sit-down dinner or a holiday gathering, to a buffet, barbecue or...
Aquiloniesi in America, cento anni per il Club San Vito
Cento anni in America, anzi di Italiani-aquiloniesi in America. Il Club San Vito Martire nel New Jersey ha festeggiato nei giorni scorsi, in occasione del Colombus Day, il suo primo secolo di vita. Fondato da emigranti di Aquilonia a inizio secolo scorso, in onore del santo patrono della comunità irpina, il Club raccoglie oggi italo-americani di tr...
Marolda, Geraci honored with Italian cultural award
James C. Geraci Jr. and Vincent Marolda will share the spotlight Saturday as the recipients of this year’s Spirit of Achievement Award, presented by the Italian Cultural Foundation of South Jersey. The honor, given to those of Italian heritage known for their cultural pride, community involvement and professional achievements, will be presented dur...
Atlantic City hosts first Pizza & Pasta Northeast convention
The scent of fire-cooked dough and melting mozzarella wafted through the concourse of the Atlantic City Convention Center on Tuesday, the first day of the Pizza & Pasta Northeast expo. More than 150 booths, featuring specialty foods, restaurant equipment and recipe demonstrations, looked to present the latest in restaurant industry innovation to o...
Cleveland Park’s Getting a New Italian Restaurant, Plus More Intel
The former home of Cleveland Park’s now-closed Ripple space is about to have a new tenant. Popville reports that Italian restaurant Cucina Al Volo is moving in soon. It’s a bright spot for Cleveland Park dining, which faced a spate of closures earlier this year. Cucina Al Volo is growing its DC footprint: it already has locations in Union Market an...