In Italy, the Christmas Eve dinner is called the “feast of the seven fishes” and, as the name suggests, it’s a seven course meal featuring only seafood. Why no roast, you ask? Well, the meat-free ...

Italian cooking, and all its traditions, have been hailed as models to follow and protect by the UN's cultural agency. At a meeting on Wednesday in New Delhi of UNESCO's Intergovernmental Committee, a ...

Italians hold three things close to their hearts: food, family, and faith—making Christmas, a celebration of all three, one ...

Cultures are full of traditions. Most often, if you've heard of a cultural tradition, it's likely to be associated with food or weddings. Wedding day traditions span across many cultures, and for ...

The free event runs Feb. 13–15, featuring national Italian American entertainers, authentic cuisine and activities for all ages. Organizers said the festival has become a beloved tradition, drawing ...

LEOMINSTER — Italy’s many regions are wrapped up in natural beauty, art, and history, and they all pride themselves with the country’s most celebrated festivals. While the celebrations vary from one ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Irene S. Levine is an award-winning travel and lifestyle journalist. If you’re traveling in Italy this week, you’ll have a ...

Italian pastry traditions thrive in Illinois at bakeries known for cannoli, sfogliatelle, and espresso-ready biscotti.