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Book Review: Italian Short Stories

Posted on May 8, 2021 by niaforg

An exceptional introduction to Italian literature for English readers, the 40 authors compiled in this anthology gift us with vivid stories that when placed into one binding challenge trite perceptions and unveil a raw, more realistic portrait of Italy, from its birthing pangs as a modern nation to the end of the 20th century. Continue reading →

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The Secret to Authentic Carbonara

Posted on May 7, 2021 by niaforg

One of the most famous pasta dishes in the world, the traditional Roman #carbonara is made of only 5 ingredients… Continue reading →

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Italian American WWII Hero: Joseph LaTorre Jr.

Posted on April 23, 2021 by niaforg

Launched in 2020 to remember the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, NIAF is recognizing Italian Americans who sacrificed, served and defended peace, freedom and democracy during the war through the #IAWW2Heroes initiative.  This entry is a … Continue reading →

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NIAF Congressional Fellowship: Reflections by Benjamin O’Hara

Posted on April 19, 2021 by niaforg

Benjamin O’Hara was a 2020 NIAF Congressional Fellow and is currently a senior at Georgetown University. This fall semester, I had the opportunity to work remotely for the office of Congressman Bill Pascrell (D-N.J.). I have felt very privileged to … Continue reading →

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Italian American WWII Hero: Albert N. Marchio

Posted on April 12, 2021 by niaforg

Launched in 2020 to remember the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, NIAF is recognizing Italian Americans who sacrificed, served and defended peace, freedom and democracy during the war through the #IAWW2Heroes initiative.  This entry is a … Continue reading →

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The Philly Cheese Steak’s Italian American History

Posted on April 8, 2021 by niaforg

Excerpt from “6 Italian American Sandwiches That You Won’t Find in Italy” in NIAF’s Ambassador magazine, 2021 Spring Issue. Continue reading →

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NIAF Remembers Devastating Abruzzo Earthquake

Posted on April 6, 2021 by niaforg

On this day 12 years ago, residents of Abruzzo were woken up by an earthquake that shook the very foundations of their lives. In response to the tragedy, the NIAF Abruzzo Relief Fund raised nearly $800,000. Continue reading →

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Italian American WWII Hero: S/Sgt Carmen A. Catanese

Posted on December 28, 2020 by niaforg

To remember the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, NIAF is recognizing Italian Americans who sacrificed, served and defended peace, freedom and democracy during the war. This entry is a special submission from Carmela Del Vecchio in … Continue reading →

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Italian American WWII Hero: Bernard Allegretti

Posted on December 18, 2020 by niaforg

To remember the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, NIAF is recognizing Italian Americans who sacrificed, served and defended peace, freedom and democracy during the war. This entry is a special submission from Joanna Allegretti in honor … Continue reading →

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Christmas in Valle D’Aosta: Cup of Friendship, Midnight Ski Parades and Christmas Markets

Posted on December 11, 2020 by niaforg

For Christmas this year, NIAF is highlighting a few of Christmas traditions from each of Italy’s 20 regions, that perhaps is carried on in your Italian American family or is a new tradition you’d like to start. Valle d’Aosta is the … Continue reading →

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