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McAnuff hungry to grab Games spot for Ireland in Italy
As Liam O'Brien recently pointed out, two into one won't go when it comes to how many short track speed skaters Team Ireland will be able to bring to next February's Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina. The other half of that equation competing for...

Pasta the Italian nonna way: ‘Spaghetti alla bolognese does not exist’
“No, no, no!” exclaims an affronted Monica Venturi at the idea that anybody might attempt to pass off spaghetti bolognese as an authentically Italian dish. Her face is stricken at the thought of adding ragù (meat sauce) to spaghetti and then...

Ziti's Italian American restaurant slated to open in West Fargo this week
WEST FARGO — The tiramisu cheesecake and antipasti plates await in the chilled display case. The servers, dressed all in black, gather in a circle as they receive last-minute training instructions. And partners Gabby Metzger and Pat Lipsiea can...

South Jersey Cheesesteaks You ‘Must-Try’ this Summer
I have often opined that I would rather have a cheesesteak from our area over a Philadelphia-style cheesesteak. There is nothing against the Philly cheesesteak, I just prefer the Atlantic City style roll over the softer Philly style of bread. New...

Award-Winning Europa Village Wineries & Resort to Host Annual Wine & Food Festival, Great Taste of Europa
TEMECULA, Calif. (June 30, 2025) – Europa Village Wineries & Resort, the acclaimed winery destination located in the heart of Southern California’s Temecula Valley Wine Country, will host its signature wine and food festival, Great Taste of...

The 20 Most Beautiful (And Undiscovered) Villages In Italy—Winners Of A 2025 Contest
Aerial view of Grado, a colorful seaside village on the Adriatic that is featured on the 2025 list of Italy’s most beautiful villages. getty What are the most beautiful villages in Italy? Every year, a popular TV contest in Italy crowns the...
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Channel an Italian Summer With Aperol Orange, Fashion's Latest Food Trend Fixation
From butter yellow, espresso brown, and wine red it's clear to see that fashion loves a food-inspired trend. The latest color trend to make a splash is aperol orange. We spoke to experts about how to wear and style this delicious color. I just got...

Christine Flowers: Lessons learned in Italy about human dignity
When I’m in Italy, I tend to focus on all things Italian. I consume ridiculous quantities of pasta. I only drink Italian wines, although I did slip in a Bailey’s on the flight to Milan. I listen to Italian music on my Spotify list, speak Italian,...

Walla Walla: A Hidden Gem for LGBTQ Food, Wine, and Adventure Seekers
Nestled in southeastern Washington, the charming town of Walla Walla is a destination that combines rich history, award-winning wines, and an emerging culinary scene. With its picturesque vineyards, welcoming small-town atmosphere, and impressive...

7 Places in Italy You Should Visit in 2025
We’re not even in July, and 2025 has already been a big year for Italy. First, it’s Rome’s Jubilee year, a once-every-25-years Catholic tradition that kicked off in December 2024. Then, in April, Pope Francis died and Pope Leo—a Chicagoan—took up...

Olivia Jade Giannulli Shows Off a Chic Ruffled Bikini in Italy
Olivia Jade Giannulli’s bikini style is forever classy. Olivia Jade, 25, the daughter of Lori Loughlin and Mossimo Giannulli, showed off her swimsuit style via Instagram on Monday, June 30, while vacationing in Italy. In the reel, she posed in a...

World’s ‘best’ pizza isn’t in NYC, new list claims — but one Big Apple parlor beat out a slew of Italy spots
They’re pan-tastic. A new list naming the 100 best pizza spots in 2025 has been released and, sorry, New Yorkers — your favorite local parlor didn’t make it anywhere near number one. Instead, the top five slots in the saucy new ranking were...

Italian hidden gem with 'breathtaking beaches' overshadowed by nearby hotspot
Southern Italy's charm is well-established, with its scenic beauty and incomparable cuisine. Particularly in the summertime, visitors flock to this region to bask on its serene beaches and enjoy outdoor dining nightly. Yet the surge of popularity...

Cleveland’s Italian Cultural Garden hosts 2025 summer opera
CLEVELAND, Ohio –Cleveland’s Italian Cultural Garden is presenting “Opera in the Italian Garden” from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, July 27. In addition to music from the Cleveland Opera, attendees will enjoy dance from Cleveland Ballet Theater (not to...

Raise a Glass: Your Ideal Sparkling Wine Awaits
Table of Contents Introduction to Sparkling Wine The Different Types of Sparkling Wine – 2.1 Champagne – 2.2 Cava – 2.3 Prosecco – 2.4 Other Sparkling Varieties Understanding the Production Process – 3.1 Traditional Method (Méthode Champenoise) –...

Rita’s Lights Up Summer with New Rocket Pop Italian Ice and Firecracker Glitter Topping
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the largest Italian Ice concept in the world, is turning up the summer heat with a flavor-packed, refreshing treat! The new Rocket Pop Italian Ice is a playful twist on a classic—where cherry, lemon, and blue...

Japanese Ambassador and Fellow Nationals Praise the Wines and Beauty of Castel Mimi During Their Visit
Castel Mimi hosted a group of tourists and businesspeople from Japan who showed interest in Moldovan wines. The guests learned about the castle’s history and explored wine cellars that are over 130 years old. They also viewed the presidential wine...

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Philly Cheese Steak Pizza
Venango County Recipe of the Day: Philly Cheese Steak Pizza — Sponsored by Top Tier Federal Credit Union. Ingredients 1 tube (8 ounces) of refrigerated crescent rolls 1 medium green pepper, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil...

WATCH: Is everything rosé in our local wine industry?
Hampshire and Surrey are emerging as key players in England’s rapidly expanding wine industry. Across our sun-drenched chalk hills and once-pastoral farmland, vineyards and winemaking are thriving. Last week was English Wine Week, a chance for the...

VEGAS DINING NEWS: Getting to Nobu, Health Dept. Closes Popular Italian Restaurant
Posted on: June 30, 2025, 04:42h. Last updated on: June 30, 2025, 04:43h. It’s not every day you get to hang with one-named celebrities, much less learn something from them. Neither Adele, Cher nor Beyonce will give you singing lessons. Chef Nobu...