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Mondo Italiano magazine
PUBLISHER
Luxury Chamber Media Grou
EDITOR
Jay Parnassa Shapiro
FASHION EDITOR
Juliana Labonte
TRAVEL EDITOR
Christina Ricci-Campagnone
CONTRIBUTING COLUMNISTS
Edmondo Catania
Frank LoRe Jr.
Claude Luciani
Venus Baratta
John P. Contini
Kyle Cavaliere
DominiqueItaliano"theartist"
From Denver and now a Hobe Sound, Fl based artist; Dominique Italiano bears the same surname as our publication and we are grateful to have found her while searching for ourselves on social media.
MI: We found you searching on social media and noticed your surname "Italiano" are you Italian?
Dominique Italiano: I am third generation Italian-American. I always get so many questions about my last name, its definitely unique! It raised a few flags during my time in Rome and it's a mystery to my family as well, but I love it all the same.
MI: Have you always liked art?
DI: Yeah! I've always loved art. Even since I was a kid, I've always drawn and painted and made a mess. I love the free-flowing nature of it.
MI: You are talking about the free-flow process. Can you describe?
DI: So this isn't going to sound great on paper but I like to think as little as possible when I paint. I focus more on feeling than thinking and where I don't have to attach thoughts to those feelings. I let my hands move with that instead of trying to control things or manipulate them with what should be, right or wrong, and just kind of let it happen.
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MI: Did you have a teacher in art or otherwise who inspired you?
DI: My art teacher in Rome inspired me alot His name is Fabio Whil I was at L'Università degli Studi Roma Tre he taught me how to draw anywhere in Rome and how to not only look-for but, but feel if there was something to capture For example, we would go to the busy Piazza Navona; of course you can draw the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi. But he also taught me to draw the vendors selling hats and the tourists blowing bubbles. That was a new concept to me, capturing the energy of a moment using art.
MI: Where can people purchase your art? Is it in any galleries?
DI: I have a website, DominiqueItalianoStudios.com. I'm also on facebook and have an Instagram. I run my own studio which is also my gallery, available to see in person by appointment. I'm currently submitting my work to local South Florida galleries and soon people will be able to view my art that way.
MI: What is the most unique facet about you and or your art which you feel a collector might be interested to know?
DI: My whole life I thought everyone could smell or hear in color, or assign colors to feelings.
I didn't realize until much later in life that I had synesthesia and that it's not exactly a common condition So, when I hear, smell or feel something, especially things I find beautiful, my mind sort of bursts with colors, just like my paintings show. These paintings are an invitation into my purest moments of joy and self-expression.
MondoItaliano"themagazine"
CELEBRITY CHEF GIADA DE LAURENTIIS NAMED
GODMOTHER OF OCEANIA CRUISES' NEW SHIP VISTA
the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has named celebrated Italian-American chef, author, restaurateur and Emmy Award-winning food personality Giada De Laurentiis as godmother of its newest ship Vista, debuting May 2023. Multiple Grammy and Emmy Award-winning singer, pianist and actor Harry Connick Jr. will appear alongside De Laurentiis at the star-studded christening and naming ceremony, taking place on May 8 in Valletta, Malta.
Connick will perform an exclusive concert for VIP guests at the christening event in Valletta during Vista's seven-night roundtrip voyage from Rome, Italy There, Godmother De Laurentiis will officiate the ceremonial breaking of a Champagne bottle on the ship's bow to bestow good luck over the vessel and to all guests and crew who sail on the ship.
Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises, said, "We are thrilled that Giada and Harry are joining us to welcome Vista, our first new ship in more than a decade. Harry's laid-back, classic style and impressive back catalog will provide the perfect soundtrack to an important evening in our 20-year history.
"As the world's leading culinary-focused cruise line, bringing Giada into the Oceania Cruises family was an easy decision Her casual yet sophisticated style and devout love of quality cuisine are the perfect recipe for Vista She truly personifies our first Allura Class ship and we could not be more delighted that she has agreed to be godmother of Vista " As godmother, De Laurentiis will create two signature dishes to be served on board Vista Guests will be able to enjoy the inspired new creations in Toscana, Oceania Cruises' authentic Italian specialty restaurant evolved from rich family traditions, as well as The Grand Dining Room, the luxurious grand dame of the line's culinary offering on board its small, luxurious ships
"Working with Frank and the Oceania Cruises team on the christening of Vista and having the honor of officiating as godmother is a dream come true, especially as she sets sail on her christening voyage from my birthplace of Rome," said De Laurentiis. "Cooking authentic Italian fare is my biggest passion in life. I cannot wait to savor the different flavors and explore the myriad dining venues on board Vista, a ship that will provide unforgettable culinary experiences for decades to come."
Connick, who has sold more than 28 million albums worldwide, commented, "I am delighted to be a part of this special occasion; bringing music and song to such an important moment in Oceania Cruises' story is an honor. Performing against the backdrop of the beautiful city of Valletta, alongside this elegant new ship, will be a privilege to remember for years to come."
Providing a stylish new way of seeing the world and featuring all-veranda accommodations, Vista's stunning interiors and elegant lines will reflect a fresh new perspective through organic elements inspired by the land and sea
As Oceania Cruises' first new ship in more than ten years, the debut of the 1,200-guest Vista is highly anticipated by loyal and new guests alike, with her inaugural summer season in the Mediterranean already sold out In September, Vista will sail to Canada and New England before heading south for a series of winter itineraries exploring Mexico, Bermuda and the Caribbean
Vista's 2024 summer season will see her sail a series of Grand Voyages in the eastern Mediterranean, Aegean and Adriatic Seas, visiting an intriguing array of iconic cities and smaller boutique ports throughout Italy, Turkey, Greece and the Holy Lands. A full overview of Vista's 2023 and 2024 itineraries can be found at OceaniaCruises.com.
VERONI BECOMES THE FIRST BRAND FOR ITALIAN CHARCUTERIE IN THE US
The Italian cured meat producer Veroni continues to grow in the US market – With a 23.7% increase in 2021 revenues, the company has been ranked among the top 20 players in the US luncheon meat segment, becoming the first brand for Italian charcuterie. The firstquarter 2022 results show a further acceleration with a 30% rise in revenue compared to Q1 2021.
"The results we have achieved in the US since we opened our slicing facility in Logan, NJ in 2016 have exceeded our expectations," says Marco Veroni, president of Veroni USA "We have entered the market with a clear objective: offering American consumers the opportunity to enjoy the authentic taste of Italian charcuterie by importing our product directly from our facilities located in the Emilia-Romagna region. It may sound like a brave choice, but it proved to be the right one US consumers are discovering the pleasure to eat Italian food and are more and more open to purchase products that stand out for quality, flavor, and taste Through our charcuterie, we bring in the USA 'a slice' of genuine Italian gastronomic tradition "
"We want US consumers to have the opportunity to taste the difference of our products, and large events like tennis tournaments are the right place to meet and connect with our target," says Emanuela Bigi, marketing manager of Veroni. "After our first experience as a sponsor at the Miami Open, we have already been working on the next events such as the Citi Open in Washington, the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati, and the Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One, which will take place over the second half of 2022."
Pure Flour from Europe to Feature Italy's Best at Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas
Export initiative highlights premium organic soft wheat and semolina flour at Booth 2267
From panettone to orecchiette, organic soft wheat flour or durum wheat semolina from Europe are behind the finest in baked goods, bread, pasta and pizza The EU initiative, "Pure Flour from Europe: your Organic and Sustainable Choice!" is highlighting both sought-after flours at Booth #2267 at the Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas next month from Jan. 15-17, 2023, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
ITALMOPA, the Italian Association of Millers, is leading the effort in partnership with the European Commission Flour and semolina companies from throughout Italy including Molino Casillo, Molino De Vita and Molino Grassi will showcase their organic lines at the specialty food trade show to buyers from restaurants, retailers and manufacturers.
Offerings will include organic soft wheat flour, a favorite of bakers for delicate cakes, bread and pizza, and organic durum wheat semolina, which lends itself perfectly for pasta.
"Europe has strict laws protecting the quality of its agricultural products and a proud tradition of milling expertise which make for exceptional certified organic flours that meet most any culinary need," says ITALMOPA President Andrea Valente. "Our organic flours and semolina are made with only high quality grains grown to strict pesticide-free standards and nourished by the earth and sky. Quality and sustainability have always been central to our members' efforts "
