Culture
Monte Cassino Monastery Emerges From the Ashes of WWII
From Napoleon to the nazis, the monastery was sacked, bombed and burned, but still it shines on.
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In Honor of Italian-American Mothers Everywhere
The most beautiful love song ever written for all the Italian women who made us what we are today.
Read MoreDear Nonna: An Open Letter to the Italian American Matriarchs in Our Lives
As we celebrated Festa della Mamma, we also honored our Nonnas who love us like no other.
Read MoreDominic DiFrisco, a Champion of Italian America, Dies at 85
Icon, defender, advocate and godfather: Dominic DiFrisco earned his legacy in the Chicago community.
Read MoreAlways Homemade, Always in the Family—Long Live Sunday Supper
Take your seat at the table.
Read MoreFeast Your Eyes on Philly’s Historic 9th Street Italian Market Festival
Tens of thousands of people will once again pour into the country's oldest outdoor market during the annual Philadelphia feast.
Read MoreItalian Sleuth Finds Evidence of Spaghetti & Meatballs in 1700s Painting
Food writers say spaghetti and meatballs were invented by Italian immigrants in the U.S. ISDA contributor Dina Di Maio begs to differ in this lighthearted investigative piece.
Read More500 Years Later: The Iconic Life and Enduring Legacy of Leonardo da Vinci
Today, we pay homage to arguably the most creative and intelligent person to have ever lived.
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