Silvia Simonetti

In the 7th century BC, the Sicilian city of Syracuse was one of the gems of Magna Graecia, the coastal area of Southern Italy that was colonized by the ancient Greeks and influenced by their rich and vibrant culture. Hellenic …

In May 1964, Nutella changed forever the image of Italians’ favorite snack: bread and chocolate.   An icon of Made in Italy in the food industry, one of the most appreciated worldwide, Nutella celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. It …

Mysteries to solve and ancient texts to decrypt are always fascinating, aren’t they? And even more so when the stake is $1,000. In 2007, the University of Chicago Library received a rare 1504 Venetian edition of Homer’s Odyssey as a …

Two of the most popular and beloved Popes in the history of Roman Catholicism, Blessed John XXIII and John Paul II, were declared Saints on April 27, 2014. Such a crucial moment in the spiritual life of millions couldn’t but …

‘Bread and chocolate’ usually makes people think of their youth, their home, and family traditions dear to the heart. On the contrary, the comedy-drama Pane e Cioccolata (Bread and Chocolate), released in 1974 by Italian director Franco Brusati, leaves a …

The United States have football, baseball, basketball. Italy has soccer. Not merely a game, but a symbol of our country worldwide, despite the natural ups and downs in major competitions. In Italy, soccer is one of the most common subjects …

Sicily is a beautiful land, rich in vineyards producing fine quality wines highly appreciated across the globe. And yet, those vineyards can also hide other treasures that are of a different nature but as much emblematic of Italy’s heritage.   …

Hollywood is considered as the cradle of world cinema, but Italy also has its own small version of it: the Cinecittà Studios. Located just a few miles from the center of Rome, they are the largest film studios in Europe …

In May 1988, the Italian Space Agency (ASI) was founded with the aim of coordinating the Government’s projects and investments in this sector, started in the mid-1960s. Nowadays, ASI plays a crucial role within the European Space Agency and collaborates …

Organized by the Italian American Chamber of Commerce West – whose mission is to provide the business community with services, assistance, and networking opportunities -, the 4th edition of the initiative Vino California – Celebrating Italian Wine on the West Coast was held …