Little Italy: NYC's Disappearing Neighborhood
The neighborhood in Lower Manhattan, New York City, once known for its large population of Italian Americans, today consists of only a few authentic Italian stores and restaurants...
A Superpower in Culture and Beauty
Many of the world’s current superpowers have risen to prominence through military might, technological advances, and cultural contributions. While Italy may have had a hand in each, it is without question that the cultural contributions of it’s people have made the most lasting impression around the world...
The Best Of Bel Paese
Are you yearning to explore the vineyards for the best wines or wishing to explore the bustling cities? Are you on a limitless budget or looking to backpack on a shoestring? Do you want to celebrate a special holiday in native Italian fashion? The options are endless regardless of what your tastes may be!
Culture + Cheese = Parma
Culture Minister Dario Franceschini announced February 16th that Parma would be the Italian Capital of Culture in 2020.
Italian Casa : Caffè Price
In the hunt for new neighbors, the village of Ollolai is offering a massive price break on houses that were once owned by shepherds, farmers and other villagers for only $1.25 per house. Yes. One dollar and twenty five cents.
Tackling an International Mafia
It can be argued that the Italian mafia may be the most infamous in the world. However, that only means that the government is equally as persistent to keep them from expanding.
Italian American Baseball Family
Roberto Angotti’s recently released documentary "Italian American Baseball Family" documents the journey of how Italian Americans assimilated into popular culture through America's favorite pastime and as well as their children who became infatuated with baseball - a sport as foreign as the country they were now a part of.
From Crypto To Cannoli
"Since 2014, citizens here are experimenting what Bitcoin is and they started to use it to pay goods and services in physical places. So they took away their money from the traditional financial system to put them into this new form of digital gold."
Moving Forward With Machiavelli
Keep your momentum with sound advice from Italian diplomat, politician, historian, philosopher, humanist, and writer, Niccolò Machiavelli.
Cioccolata Calda
Not for the faint of heart, Cioccolata Calda is rich, thick, and full of real chocolate...
Secret Marriages And Lavish Celebrations
Saint Valentine’s Day, referred to as la festa degli innamorati in Italy, has blossomed from it's originally Christian and pagan-Roman traditions.
Remembering A Spaghetti Westerner
While his name may not be at the forefront of the cinematic world, there is no denying that Bacalov has and will continue to impact the modern movie-goer through his timeless compositions...
The Hidden Gems of Italy
There is a way to get in on an exclusive Italian experience once every year, so before you spend all of your hard earned money on that ticket to Italy, read on...
How to Become a Gondolier
You have to prove your seriousness, knowledge of boating, willingness to clean the boat, but also your willingness to help tourists to settle and feel confortable.
Three Italian Dances and Their (Bizarre) Histories
These traditional dances are well-preserved in smaller towns such as Regio and have made their impact on the world.