Culture
The Intriguing Origins Behind Italian America’s Famous Dishes
From meatballs to lobster fra diavolo, here are some surprising back stories on how it all started.
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100 Italian-American Authors to March in NYC’s Columbus Day Parade
The parade steps off Oct. 9th, and will include bestselling authors like David Baldacci and Nelson DeMille.
Read MoreItalian Fast-Casual Restaurants Are Heating Up in the U.S.
Sbarro and Olive Garden have fresh competition as modern brands move in with new pasta and pizza options.
Read MoreItaly Wins Coveted “World’s Best Gelato” Prize
1,800 gelato-makers participated in the sweeping, three-year contest.
Read MoreAmerican-style Coffee Shops Popping up Across Italy
Younger Italians prefer the range of coffees, flavors and foods featured in these trending shops.
Read MoreHow Italy Built Its Leading Creative Empire
Italian super brands emerged from the ashes of WWII, putting Italy at the forefront of fashion and design.
Read MoreMaestro Luciano Pavoratti and the Voice Heard Round the World
The incomparable Luciano Pavoratti passed away 10 years ago this month.
Read MoreAccording to This Expert, the Best Olive Oil Comes From Costco
Chef and cookbook author, Samin Nosrat, offers some useful tips for finding a good, everyday olive oil.
Read MoreBones Attributed to St. Peter Uncovered in 1,000-year-old Roman Church
It had been known for centuries the relics might exist; the Vatican plans to authenticate the discovery.
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