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Saturday, August 4, 2012
Italian American Grandchildren Understanding Their Culture
Sunday, July 8, 2012
Digital Diary - Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy - 7 Days, 7 Artists, 7 Videos...
We’ve imported some of the most creative minds around to work on our Digital Diary of Italy. We’ve got young photographers, video makers, animators on the project to give us their impression of Italy.
Totally subjective. Undemocratic. Creative."
Saturday, July 7, 2012
Growing Up Italian American .. and DisFunction is A Key Element
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Rick Steves Travels To: Rome, Italy: The Ancient Forum
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Saturday, May 12, 2012
Happy Mother's Day to my Italian Mother....
Here is a picture of my mother, Francesca. This picture was taken in Reggio Calabria,Italy while we were there visiting on vacation. It's difficult to sum up what a mother means to a person or how they've positively affected you. Don't get me wrong my mother drives me nuts too.. LOL but --I love my mother and thank her for not letting me forget who I am.. Happy Mother's Day Ma!
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Saturday, April 14, 2012
Keeping Italian Traditions in an Italian American Life....
When discussing traditional Italian families, it's pretty customary that we take care of each other in some form or another, whether it's just being there for someone or actually doing a physical favor. If any of my family members call me and says 'I need help with....' -- you can bet your ass I will be there for them. I usually get strange looks from people when I tell them how much I did for my sister, mother, father or brothers and likewise if I share a story about how my brother went above and beyond for me, because I know the American mentality is really everyone kind of does their own thing and family members talk to each here and there. Well, we know that's not the case with the Italian American family. We talk to each other all the time and try to see each other as much as possible.
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Buona Pasqua A Tutti - Happy Easter!
Thursday, March 1, 2012
"Salt of Life" - Set to Premiere in New York: A Film by Italian writer-director-actor Gianni Di Gregorio
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Italian Superstar JOVANOTTI Announces First Round of 2012 US Concert Dates
North American Label Association with ATO Records
Saturday | March 10, 2012 | 8pm: Miami, FL
GRAND CENTRAL
697 N Miami AV (Downtown)
Tickets: $30
http://www.grandcentralmiami.
Monday | March 12, 2012 | 9pm (Doors 8pm): Brooklyn, NY -- SOLD OUT
MUSIC HALL OF WILLIAMSBURG
66 North 6th St
Tickets: $25
http://www.
Tuesday | March 13, 2012 | 9pm (Doors 8pm): New York, NY
BOWERY BALLROOM
Support: Chicha Libre
6 Delancey St
Tickets: $25
http://www.boweryballroom.com/
Wednesday - Friday | March 14 – 16, 2012 | TBA: Austin, TX
SXSW MUSIC FESTIVAL
http://sxsw.com/music
Saturday | March 17, 2012 | 9pm (Doors 8pm): Los Angeles, CA
EL REY THEATRE
5515 Wilshire Blvd.
Tickets: $25
http://goldenvoice.com/shows/
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Italian Singer Patrizio Buanne Live in Concert at Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank, NJ - February 24
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Official Information : Costa Concordia Tragedy - US EMBASSY TO ITALY ISSUES IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Click on the link for official updates:
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Monday, January 2, 2012
Digital Diary of Basilicata : A Video Masterpiece of Italy
This is by far one of the most beautifully shot videos I've seen of Italy. 7 artists, 7 days travel in Basilicata, Italy - capturing the most captivating images ever. The project is called, http://www.cantforget.it/people/get-involved -
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Saturday, December 24, 2011
Italian Merry Christmas - Buon Natale a Tutti!
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Italian Singer, Giada Valenti Performing Christmas Show
Italian singer, songwriter and amazing performer, Giada Valenti is set to perform a Christmas concert on December 11, 2011 in the the beautiful Alumni Theatre at Caldwell College.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Saturday, November 19, 2011
The American Dream...My Mother Graduates College
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Best Italian Film - 'Cinema Paradiso' - A Look Back
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
International Star and Italian Singer Patrizio Buanne Releases New Album 'Patrizio'
Patrizio says, "I'm not just an Italian guy singing Italian songs. It's important to give people the kind of music I am known for, but I also wanted to open myself up artistically and give them something else or rather something "more of me" that's why we called the album PATRIZIO.
In this new album Patrizio takes a different avenue on his style of singing and really digs deep into soulful standards. Famous standards, like 'Fly me to the Moon, and 'Crazy' are spectacularly sung by Buanne. His sound and delivery really infuse an inspiring and emotional sound into these songs.
I've seen Patrizio perform in person, and can tell you his stand out element as a performer and singer is his ability to convey passion and sincere emotion. Come on, the guy is Italian. (what do you expect) If his past success is any indication of the success of this new album, then he'll be on the American Music Awards before you know it. Patrizio Buanne is crossing over big time, with each feature we've been lucky enough to publish on him, his success and popularity are consistently growing. His fan base is completely committed to Buanne and will support him to make his cross over a success in the USA. We wish him the best on the release of this new album. I personally have a few favorites on this album especially, 'You're My Everything' - beautiful.
http://www.patrizio.tv/
Friday, October 28, 2011
Photo Of The Day: Italian American Girl in Venice
Monday, October 24, 2011
Italian American Girl Featured On Bertolli Meal Soups 'Today' Cooking School
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Recently, I was invited by the Bertolli team to be part of their new 'Today' Cooking School series on MSNBC.
In this new cooking series, we met the Bertolli team, where we were given an opportunity to shoot this cooking segment along with other influential bloggers such as Jen Luby from Second City Soiree and Paula Jones from Bellalimento. There is nothing better than being able to be yourself and be part of a great project. Not only was I lucky enough to participate, but my sister, Maria was also a master in the kitchen in this segment.
The soups really were delicious and as an Italian American, who grew up with my mom's cooking, the soup was pretty authentic. So, I hope you love the series, watch it once or a million times, I love it! I'm so excited! Thank you to the Bertolli Team!
Watch other cooking school segments here:http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/34318224#44951128
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Il Volo - 'O Sole Mio - Teen Italian Opera Singers?
Wow, is all I can say-- these guys are seriously making a huge impact on the American music industry and audience. Teens who can sing opera and kind of look boy bandish? Oh yes, and they're right out of Italy; doesn't get any better.
To hear more check out their channel here:
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Sunday, October 9, 2011
Calling All Italian Americans: Columbus Day Parade in New York City - 2011
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Happy Birthday - Italian American Girl Site Turns 3 !
Rick Steves: Florence, Italy: Michelangelo's David
Monday, September 5, 2011
Raising Second Generation Italian American Children in the USA
A guest post this week from Italian American Girl's sister, Maria.....
As a first generation Italian American raising my children I feel so honored to share so many special traditions and cultural knowledge with them. Growing up in a first generation household I learned the importance of art, history, cooking, traveling and most importantly- family. As I became a mother myself it never was a question of passing on all the beautiful and intense things I learned growing up.
I spoke Italian with both my children from birth instilling the gift of a second language and the flexibility to learn more than one language by the age of two. My children travel yearly to spend their summer on the breathtaking southern Italian beaches of the Mediterranean, indulging in the local cuisine, life style and building life-long relationships with all my relatives. The beauty is that it is all very normal to them to see a diverse lifestyle than here in the states and become educated on the vast culture Italians have shared with the world.
Cooking is an integral part of my children being raised Italian American, we follow traditions year round and indigenous recipes and tastes are always on our menu, not to mention the luxury of home-made, healthy foods, which are delicious! The kitchen is our meeting place and all family meetings are conducted around the table, not to mention my children appreciate wonderful baked goods we make regularly to pair up with our “coffee,’ which is a staple in our home.
My children are exposed to organic gardening by my father daily and appreciate the love and dedication it takes to nurture a delicious fruit or vegetable, they share the experience of loving the earth and nature with their Nonno and Nonna.
But for us the most important part is family, we support each other through thick and thin, we eat together, we cry together, we laugh and love together. We never think twice to help each other out if one of us needs a hand, my children are taught to share and give love unconditionally, which comes naturally because we lead by example showering them with love and support.
I am so proud to share all these wonderful things with my children and know that it will have a positive impact on how they interact in the world as adults.
-Maria
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