10 Spots for Vegan Italian Food in New York City
Among the bagels, cheesecake, and New York-style pizza pies available in The Big Apple, you can find a tasty Italian scene with a plethora of vegan options. From fresh pasta and gnocchi to traditional risotto and Neapolitan style ‘za, this city has it all! The next time your cravings strike, check out our guide to the best spots for vegan Italian f...
'Somewhere In Queens' places its loving Italian-American heart everywhere
Filmmakers enjoy setting essential scenes at Italian weddings, whether they’re the centerpiece of a delightful romantic comedy like “Lovers and Other Strangers” or showcased in a classic crime drama like “The Godfather.” At the Versailles Palace, a neighborhood banquet hall in Queens, weddings share the spotlight with parties celebrating birthdays,...
FLOTUS Dr. Biden Helps NOIAW Honors 3 Italian Americans at Annual Luncheon
The National Organization of Italian American Women, the 43-year-old not-for-profit founded to connect, inspire and empower its members through its shared culture and heritage, announced the honorees at this year’s annual luncheon will be: Mary Calvi, TV News Anchor/Author; Cristina Carabetta, Attorney and Founder, Betta Bag, & Chair, National Ital...
United Airlines restores direct connection between Venice and New York
The U.S.-based United Airlines has reinstated its seasonal direct connection between Venice Marco Polo Airport and its New York/Newark hub, which will be operated daily for the summer period, until Oct. 28. The carrier's service joins existing daily direct flights offered by the carrier from Rome and Milan."We are pleased to reinstate our service b...
A Lecture by Cav. Dr. Gilda Rorro: Tuesday, May 16
Join us Tuesday, May 16 at the Columbus Citizens Foundation (8 East 69th Street, New York, NY) for a lecture by Cav. Dr. Gilda Rorro, who will discuss her long-standing dedication to education, civil rights, and the development of educational materials highlighting the many facets of Italian American heritage that are essential elements of American...
Tino's Delicatessen: Gem Of Little Italy
If you know Little Italy, you know Tino’s. They are well known for their fresh mozzarella and one-of-a-kind paninis and sandwiches. When you walk in, it resembles the classic Italian deli. The copper pots hanging from the wall and the small brick pizza oven in the corner give it a homey feel, almost like you are walking into Nonna’s kitchen. There...
Italians in America – Our Immigrant Stories: Food was more than just nourishment to mamma – it was how she expressed love
The timing of this article for the May issue is interesting, because I’ve been thinking a lot lately about my mom Dora. She was an amazing woman. I know nearly everyone says that, but really, she was. Italy was in bad shape after World War II when my grandfather Umberto Romeo decided to come to America to find work. My mom was a young girl when her...
An Italian Journey: Music from 1300 to 1900
When: Sun, May 21, 2023 at 3:00 PM - Where: Christ & St Stephen's Church, 120 W 69th St, New York, NY, 10023 Angelica Women’s Chamber Choir, directed by Marie Caruso, presents “An Italian Journey: Music from 1300 to 1900” on the afternoon of Saturday, May 21, in New York City. The program features music from the medieval Laudario di Cortona; select...
Antonio Giordano, M.D., Ph.D. Honored with da Vinci Award by the Italian Heritage and Culture Committee of New York
Members of the Board of Directors of the Italian Heritage and Culture Committee-NY, Inc. (IHCC-NY) honored Dr. Antonio Giordano, Founder and Director of the Sbarro Health Research Organization (SHRO) on April 24, 2023, with its coveted Leonardo da Vinci award, awarded annually by the 47-year-old cultural organization. A special presentation dinner...
Author Giulia Silvia Ghia on conservation of cultural heritage
Author and art historian Giulia Silvia Ghia talked with Fabio Finotti, the director of the Istituto Italiano di Cultura New York (IIC-NY) on April 19th, 2023. During the conversation, she presented her latest book: “Vademecum per i mecenati della cultura. Art Bonus, sponsorizzazioni e metodi di raccolte fondi per valorizzare conservando.” The book...
‘The Guardians at Ten Years’ Celebrates Antonio Pio Saracino
In 2013, artist and designer Antonio Pio Saracino created two colossal sculptures in Manhattan’s Bryant Park from a digitally generated architectural composition to celebrate the Year of Italian Culture—Hero, made of 8,000 pounds of marble, nods to Michelangelo’s David and stands near Superhero, made of 15,000 pounds of stainless steel. An encounte...
Andrea Doria Shipwreck Survivors’ Reunion Marks the 67th Anniversary of the Tragedy near Nantucket Island
The Noble Maritime Collection of Staten Island is hosting the survivors’ reunion concurrently with the historic exhibition, Andrea Doria: Rescue at Sea with artifacts recovered by diver, collector and salvor in possession of the wreck, John Moyer. Andrea Doria survivors and family members will unite at the Noble Maritime Collection on Saturday, Ma...