Silvia Simonetti

A few weeks prior to the end of his mandate as Director of the Italian Cultural Institute of Los Angeles and as a foreign affairs official for the Italian Government, Alberto Di Mauro takes stock of the accomplishments achieved in …

The secret of the happy marriage between Italian cinema and food was revealed on the occasion of Movie’n’Food, a special dinner hosted by the Italian Cultural Institute on November 13, featuring an abundant and exquisite menu inspired by the movies …

Ferdinando Marinelli Artistic Foundry – specialized in the traditional lost-wax casting technique – was established in Florence in 1905 thanks to the initiative and foresight of Ferdinando Marinelli Sr., who drew casts of renowned statues of the Classical and Renaissance …

What is so fascinating about celebrities? When we see them in the movies, on the stage, or on the cover of magazines, they look like extraordinary human beings dealing with success and perfection in their lives. And perhaps this is …

After a long delay, the much-awaited Master of Arts degree in Italian Studies has been approved by the Academic Senate of the California State University, Long Beach. Strongly supported by the George L. Graziadio Center for Italian Studies, represented by …

Organized by The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens, the exhibit Face to Face: Flanders, Florence, and Renaissance Painting will be on view in the Museum’s MaryLou and George Boone Gallery until January 13, 2014. Inspired by the exhibition …

Italian creativity, handicraft skills and expertise are the foundations of Zenith Italia, a construction company specialized in building and remodeling real estate properties by using authentic materials and traditional finishing techniques.   The mission of CEO Ermanno Zotti and his …

Since 2011 the Consulate General of Italy in Los Angeles has undergone radical changes, and not only in terms of location, as it now overlooks the entire city from the new offices in Century City. Even more important, its approach …

Founded in 1977, and currently chaired by Senior Appellate Attorney Rebecca A. Delfino, the Italian American Lawyers Association is committed to foster social and professional connections among lawyers and judges, as well as to promote and participate in community activities. …

In our imagination, comets are fascinating prodigies of nature that cross the sky often invisible to the naked eye. Yet, this year we almost had the chance to see one of them shining above our heads just around Christmas. Sadly, …