Old School
The Italian American Wartime Kitchen
Jobs and the finer things were in short supply during WWII, but none of that mattered as we circled the stove, taking in the ragù's garden-rich aroma with crusty bread in hand.
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Filmmaker Federico Fellini Captured the World with Moving Pictures
Fellini passed away nearly 30 years ago, but his legacy is alive and well.
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Jimmy Garoppolo’s Old School Father Taught Him How to Win
It's about humility, work ethic and always trying to better yourself.
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Jimmy Garoppolo and 49ers Slay Green Bay, Advance to Super Bowl 54
The 49ers will face off against the Kansas City Chiefs on Feb. 2.
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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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Chazz Palminteri Calls Out Jose Altuve Over Astros Sign-stealing Scandal
The actor and Yankees fan says he knows a liar when he sees one.
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Music
The Incomparable Perry Como
Relaxed, warm and relatable, Perry Como was one of TV's first stars who was dubbed “the man who invented casual” by Bing Crosby.
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How to Live A Long Life, Like So Many Sardinians
How is one tiny island filled with so many centenarians?
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