New Italian restaurant to open in LeClaire this fall
A familiar building has gotten new life in LeClaire. La Ragazza Tuscan Kitchen & Bar will open at 117 Cody Road this fall. The building was formerly home to Faithful Pilot, which closed in December after 30 years in business. Sisters Chandra Bock and Alicia Rolfes co-own the Stardust in downtown Davenport and are now venturing into the restauran...
Visiting Verona? Here’s How to Make the Most of Your Time
Nestled in the heart of Italy’s Veneto region, Verona is a city that exudes charm, history, and romantic allure at every turn. With its cobblestone streets, historic architecture, and vibrant cultural scene, Verona is a destination that captures the hearts of travelers from around the world. From its iconic opera performances to its ancient landmar...
Popular Italian Folk Group to Perform on October 29, 2023
The popular Italian folk music group, Ensemble Sangineto, is coming to Casa Italiana on October 29, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., to perform some of their unique traditional songs of the 20 regions of Italy. This trio from northern Italy blends Italian folk influences and others from throughout Europe — including Irish, Breton, and French traditions — with c...
We Need Italian Gas Station Food in the U.S.
It’s no secret that I have experience with road trip food. On the long road trips of my childhood, carefully prepared bologna sandwiches and Lay’s potato chips, pretzel rods and cold grapes were the fare of choice. As I got older and started taking road trips without my family, McDonald’s stops became the norm (apart from my two-year vegan era, dur...
Limoncello Ristorante Serves Homemade Italian Fare in Sewell
There is no shortage of Italian restaurants in New Jersey. But while many serve the tried and true classics, Limoncello Ristorante in Sewell puts a unique twist on each dish. According to Co-owner Ergys (Eric) Rakaj, the menu also changes every six months to focus on local, seasonal produce. Patrons can expect traditional Italian cuisine such as ho...
A different Italy: hiking Emilia-Romagna’s Ducati trail
“The Ducati trail?” My husband was suddenly excited. “Do we get to ride motorbikes?” I had to explain that the “Ducati” in Sentiero dei Ducati, a new hiking route being promoted by Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, refers not to the high-performance bikes made nearby, but to the medieval duchies that once ruled north and central Italy. And far from ea...
Two Italian Furniture Designers to Open Showrooms in Georgetown
B&B Italia and Molteni&C, two Italian home design groups, will both open showrooms in Washington, D.C., later this fall. Both designers signed leases in Georgetown’s design district, known as Cady’s Alley, which was developed by EastBanc, the majority landlord of the area’s retail properties. B&B Italia, an international design furniture group fou...
Beyond the Colosseum: Eight sites that reveal Rome's hidden history
Currently trending is the surprising notion that many men think frequently about the Roman Empire – something that speaks to the enduring appeal of an empire that thrived some 2,000 years ago. And there are few cities better for exploring its legacy than the city of Rome, the caput mundi of the Roman Empire itself. Most tourists to the city will se...
Giuseppe’s Italian Market & Subs coming soon to Angier
The Town of Angier, N.C. is continuing to see an expansion of their restaurant offerings. Coming soon to Angier is a special treat from up north, which is all due to a family’s decision to start fresh. Giuseppe’s Italian Market & Subs will be opening their doors soon thanks to the Canepa family. Co-Owner John Canepa entered into the idea after wor...
10 things to do in Autumn in Italy like a local
Going on holiday in autumn? Visit Italy like a local. You'll have so much to see, smell, taste and experience. September always comes with a veil of melancholy: let's put it aside and welcome a crisp and lively new season. Autumn in Italy smells of the must that permeates the air at harvest time, a ritual turned into a celebration that is becoming...
Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli performing at Fiserv Forum
Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli's North American tour includes a stop at Fiserv Forum on Saturday, April 6 with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. Steven Mercurio will be conducting, according to the announcement on Wednesday. Tickets go on sale to the public Tuesday, Oct. 10 at 10 a.m. CT. Full announcement below: MILWAUKEE (Sept. 27, 2023) - Iconic I...
Eau de Cologne: an Italian essence born in Germany
When we think of eau de cologne, the city of Cologne in Germany often comes to mind. However, few know that this iconic fragrance was actually created by an Italian perfumer, Giovanni Maria Farina. In the early 18th century, Farina moved to Cologne and crafted a scent that reminded him of fresh spring mornings, mountain daffodils, and orange blosso...