New cookbook serves up a year of “pasta-bilities”
It’s been a busy spring for Michela Tartaglia, whose popular lunch-only eatery, Pasta Casalinga, celebrated its fifth anniversary in March. In a tiny nook with counter space, Tartaglia and her team serve up delicious pasta dishes every day based on what’s fresh and in season. The menu changes frequently and always includes one dish from the sea, on...
What to do at Lake Garda like a local: 7 travel tips
Crowned by mountains and wooded hills, Lake Garda is a small sea between the mountains. Lake Garda is the largest lake in Italy, touching three regions (Lombardy, Trentino-Alto Adige and Veneto) and it's a true paradise for visitors looking for culture, sport, adventure and wellness. Ancient villages, beaches and theme parks follow one another alon...
History in the Hills: The King of Cool in Steubenville
June in Steubenville is busy. Summer concerts are in full swing, festivals and events are kicking off and soon, the annual Dean Martin Celebration will be here before we know it, this year taking place June 16 and 17. While I was working at Historic Fort Steuben, the Dean Martin event was something that the Visitor Center took pride in being a part...
Garibaldi-Meucci Museum ‘Tower of Light’ unveiled during Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in Rosebank for all to enjoy for years to come
Members and friends of the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum hosted the Tower of Light ribbon cutting and inaugural lighting ceremony to celebrate the majestic work of art donated by the renowned Venetian master sculptor Georgio Bortoli. It will serve as a beacon that will attract visitors to the museum. Created by Bortoli in 1999, it stands nearly 40 feet...
Southern Italy Has Never Been More Appealing as a Retirement Destination. Here’s Why
A 7% flat tax regime and drastically lower cost of living than the US and many European countries are just some of the reasons many Americans are looking towards southern Italy as a place to retire to in the next few years. Add warm weather, unspoiled beaches and delicious gastronomy to the mix, and a retirement plan for Italy is all the more appea...
Exploring Pizza in NY: A Delicious Slice of History by Accademia Italiana della Cucina
Pizza, with its crispy crust, tantalizing toppings, and gooey mozzarella, has evolved into one of the world’s most beloved dishes. From its humble beginnings in Italy to becoming a global sensation, pizza has a fascinating history. Recently, the Italian Academy of Cuisine organized a remarkable dinner at the renowned pizzeria Kestè in New York, whe...
The Best Hikes In Cinque Terre, Italy
You’ve probably heard about the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site based around five pastel coloured towns perched on the beautiful and dramatic coastline of Northern Italy. The best way to explore this area is on foot, with a series of hiking trails not only connecting the famous five, but a whole host of other beautiful towns in the surro...
Caglianone Voted Golden Spikes Award Finalist
Florida baseball two-way standout Jac Caglianone has been named one of three finalists for the 2023 Golden Spikes Award, as announced by USA Baseball on Wednesday afternoon. The winner of the 45th Golden Spikes Award will be announced on June 25 during a special presentation on ESPN's "Baseball Tonight" at 2:30 p.m. ET, leading into game two of th...
What You Need to Know about Lambrusco
Lambrusco went from being viewed as a commercial, red, sweet, and fizzy drink to what it truly is: an artisanal bubbly creation that can be sweet or dry and even white or rosé! Over the past 20 years or so, boutique wine shops like mine, In Vino Veritas, and restaurants focusing on quality, sought out and promoted the better Lambrusco wines. Custom...
The long-awaited Italian restaurant Safina in Milwaukee plans to have its soft opening next week
The long-awaited Italian restaurant Safina, located in Milwaukee's Cathedral Square neighborhood, is planning to have its soft opening Tuesday and its grand opening in the coming weeks. "It feels good," said Sal Safina, who's running the restaurant with his brothers, Giuseppe (Joe) and David. Their father, Giovanni Safina of the former Giovanni's r...
“The Land of the Muses.” How Sardinia Became Italy’s Island of Poets
Sardinian poet Nanni Falconi watched as translators zoomed in from Paris, Montreal, Iowa City and numerous parts of Italy for the multilingual kickoff of his new book of poems, Su Cantu de su Ciddicoa. “You do not understand that my stubby hands also take care of the flocks of words, in the wild countryside of your consciences,” the former shepherd...
70 years on, Gucci’s horsebit loafer is still a coveted status symbol
What do late former US president George H. W. Bush, ’60s muse Jane Birkin and rapper Wiz Khalifa all have in common? Despite their vastly differing personal styles and occupations, they have all been spotted in a pair of Gucci horsebit loafers. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the distinctive shoe, recognizable by its metal snaffle flourish,...