The first two episodes of the “The Italian Americans” aired nationally on PBS on Tuesday, February 17, 2015, from 9-11 PM ET. “The Italian Americans” is an exceptional series and highly recommend viewing for both Italian-Americans and those with an interest in culture, heritage and history in the United States. Watching this series will tug at the heartstrings of descendants of immigrants of all nationalities. THE ITALIAN AMERICANS: La Famiglia (1890-1910) — Click here to watch the full episode online. A brief history…
Panettone is a delectable sweet Italian bread usually shaped in a circular loaf that originated Milan. This tasty treat is typically enjoyed at Christmastime and gained national popularity in Italy after World War II when it was manufactured in large quantities and sold at an affordable price. Many Italian immigrants who left Italy brought their love of panettone with them abroad. As a result, panettone is now being enjoyed in many countries around the world. In early January 2013, I…
As a full-time Italian Genealogist, I’ve had the privilege of spending extended periods in Italy researching the family histories of my clients and my own family. It’s a great job. I love being over there. I am particularly intrigued by the many rich and colorful traditions of Italy that I experience while living in the midst of the culture. In order to gain insight, I regularly encourage my Italian relatives and friends to relate to me their understanding and experience…