Italy is fundamental in two ways in the businesses run by Dan Pisano (Pisano Riding Boot Repair in Kimberton, Pa.) and his brother Michael Pisano (Pisano and Son Shoe Repair […]
From the Delaware beaches to the Jersey Shore, summer in the tri-state region means one thing: the annual pilgrimage to the Atlantic Ocean. Whether it’s a family vacation or a […]
Dr. Nicholas L. DePace, a nationally known cardiologist, researcher, author and collector of sports memorabilia, was one of nine men recognized as Men of the Year in the November issue […]
I’m not a political guy. My tangent is far from a political slant. But I have a bone to pick. The bone I’m picking is with the phrase, “I’m moving […]
At the Acme, I pull a 20-ounce package of sweet Italian sausage from the meat case. The label reads: “Seasoned with the Botto’s family blend of spices,” an all-natural spice […]
This is the story of the executive director of the America-Italy Society of Philadelphia, whose name depends on the culture and law of where she is. “In Italy, I am […]
Celebrating Father’s Day includes the many names Italian Americans have for them: Dad, Papa, Pops, Uncle, Zio, Grandpa, Nonno, Pop-Pop and nicknames for our brothers and nephews. Last month, we […]
Back in the ‘50s, the good mothers of our Southwest Philly neighborhood had the opportunity for a well-deserved break on Saturday afternoons, when two of our local movie theaters offered […]
Christian name: Robert Francis Prevost Age: 69 Birthplace: Chicago Siblings: Two brothers, Louis Martin and John Joseph Education: St. Augustine Seminary in West Michigan; Villanova University, Philadelphia, studying mathematics […]
It is grilling season once again and time to gear up for our outdoor cooking. I handled the basics during May including filling my gas tank and making sure that […]
There’s nothing like a festival to bring everyone outside to have fun! When that festival turns out to be an Italian festival, you’re in for a cultural experience like no […]
From left: David Briel, deputy secretary in the Office of International Business Development, Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development; Consul General Cristiana Mele; Director General Luigi Vignali; and Jazelle […]
From left: Sal D’Angelo, proprietor of D’Angelo’s Restaurant; tour leader Stefano Maffei; U.S. Prosecutor Tom Zalesky; Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas Judge Hon. Roxanne Covington (State judge); tour associate Claudia […]
The National Italian American Foundation in April announced the appointment of Robert Allegrini as its new president and chief executive officer. Allegrini has served as NIAF’s president since 2021, and […]