Category Archives: English

A Brief History of the Mafia

Posted on December 8, 2016 by babbityjean

The Mafia evolved over centuries in Sicily, an island in the Mediterranean Sea between North Africa and the Italian mainland.  Until the mid nineteenth century, Sicily was ruled by a long line of foreign invaders, including the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, … Continue reading →

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Obama’s last state dinner

Posted on December 1, 2016 by babbityjean

On October 18, 2016, President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama hosted their fourteenth and final official state visit in honor of Prime Minister Matteo Renzi of Italy and his wife, Mrs. Agnese Landini.  State dinners are beautiful expressions of … Continue reading →

Posted in Cucina italiana, English, Firenze, Foto, Italia, La Moda, Politica | 1 Comment

Little Italy

Posted on November 17, 2016 by babbityjean

This is the third article by our guest blogger, Carol del Ciello.  Please also read “The Elegance of Food” (August 12) and “Virtual Graffiti” (May 19). Italian-Americans are the largest group of immigrants of european origin in New York City … Continue reading →

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