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French Couple Faces up to 6 Years in Prison for Stealing Sand From Sardinia
Sardinian authorities say they found 90 pounds of white sand stashed in the couple's SUV.
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Gov. Cuomo Calls ‘The Godfather’ anti-Italian in Wake of Brother’s Skirmish
Should audiences begin to loosen their embrace of mobster films that are perceived by some as anti-Italian?
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Recipe: Stuffed Sicilian Artichokes (Carciofi Ripieni alla Siciliana)
Sicilians know how to start a meal.
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South Philly’s Sonny Conto Turning Blue Collar Fiction to Reality
The 23-year-old Italian-American heavyweight boxer won his first three pro fights by knockout in just four rounds.
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The Old Neighborhood Shines During Chicago’s Little Italy Festa
Time-honored traditions, rich culture and unforgettable recipes draw in thousands of people each year.
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‘She Made It to NY an Orphan’: Surviving Andrea Doria’s Final Voyage
Tragedy, heroism and survivor stories defined the fateful night of July 25, 1956.
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Recipe: Italian Thumbprint Cookies With Fig Jam and Almonds
This Nonna-inspired cookie is made with delicious fig spread and rolled in crushed almonds.
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Summer Recipe: Nonna’s Limoncello Tiramisu`
This whipped up twist on an Italian favorite foregoes espresso and features fresh lemon flavors.
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Italian-American Food Is an Ancient, Time-honored Cuisine
Italian-American food is not a “new” cuisine based on what’s available in the U.S., but in actuality, it is a very old cuisine, time-honored and handed down through generations.
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