
Off the Beaten Path: Italy’s Secrets from Viviana Altieri
Today, I chat with Viviana Altieri, founder of Istituto Mondo Italiano in Pittsburgh, who promotes Italian culture and language through classes, workshops, and cultural events. Originally from Rome, s...
8 Nov 202442min

The Italian Roots of Veniero's Bakery with Germana Valentini
Today’s guest is Germana Valentini, a TV writer and journalist from Rome, specializing in Italian gastronomy, culture, and tourism. Germana has researched Italian-American communities and their culina...
1 Nov 202435min

Happy World Pasta Day!
In this episode, I invite Daniele Sfara back to celebrate World Pasta Day! It's celebrated on October 25th, and was created in 1998 to honor the global love for pasta. It highlights pasta's cultural s...
25 Okt 202452min

Uncovering Authentic Italian Food
In this episode I discuss who I am, what Stop Italian Sounding is, and what my goals are. The mission with Stop Italian Sounding is definitely an uphill battle: to educate the world on the differences...
18 Okt 202418min

Taking a Step Back and Appreciating Slow Food
In this episode, I have a conversation with Daniela Sfara about the importance of appreciating the slowness of creating food, enjoying food, and being proud of the experience. Mentioned in this episod...
11 Okt 202456min

Savoring Authentic Italian Cuisine with Daniela Sfara
Great chat with Daniela Sfara, who highlights her passion for authentic Italian cuisine. Raised in Canada and spent time in Italy, Daniela promotes sustainability through her work as a private chef, r...
4 Okt 20241h 7min

Celebrating National Extra Virgin Olive Oil Day
On National Extra Virgin Olive Oil Day, remember these key points: Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is the highest quality olive oil, made from fresh olives without chemicals. Look for “extra virgin” lab...
27 Sep 20246min

Brief History of Italy’s Other Sandwich: Tramezzino
The tramezzino is a soft, crustless Italian sandwich that originated in the 1920s in Torino. Angela Demichelis and Onorino Nebiolo introduced it at Caffè Mulassano after returning from the U.S. It use...
20 Sep 20245min



















