Italian American Actors
Known for his roles in Goodfellas and Home Alone. Often portrays tough, streetwise characters.
Joe Pesci
classic dish made with layers of flat pasta sheets, meat sauce, and ricotta cheese.
lasagna
Before Lent and its limitations, Italians celebrate in this farewell party to eat, drink and have fun.
Carnevale
Known for his famous hits, "My Way" and "New York, New York." Became a cultural icon in the realms of jazz and pop.
Frank Sinatra
E-board member from Rome, Italy.
Ben
One of the greatest and most influential actors of the 20th century. Known for his roles in The Godfather and Scarface.
Al Pacino
a type of Italian pasta that is shaped like large tubes. Usually filled with ricotta cheese, spinach, and sometimes ground meat.
Manicotti
A special day for Neapolitans. A day of devotion to the city's patron saint. Also celebrated in Little Italy, New York.
Feast of San Gennaro
Showcased his smooth vocal style in most of his songs including, "That's Amore" and "Everybody Loves Somebody." In addition to music, he also had a successful acting career and starred in films like Ocean's 11.
Dean Martin
E-board member from NY.
Julia
Known for his roles in classic films like Taxi Driver and Good Fellas. Was 79 when he had his seventh child.
Robert De Niro
grilled bread topped with fresh tomatoes, olive oil, and basil.
Bruschetta
An Italian-American tradition typically celebrated on Christmas Eve.
The Feast of Seven Fishes
Known for famous tracks ,"Con te partirò" and "Nessun dorma." Collaborated with Celine Dion, Ed Sheeran, and Michael Bolton. Performed at Kim and Kanye's wedding in Florence, Italy.
Andrea Bocelli
E-board member whom is an Italian major and recently traveled abroad to Italy.
Isabella
Best known for his portrayal of Tony Soprano. For his role, he won three Emmy awards, five Screen Actors Guild Awards, and one Golden Globe Award.
James Gandolfini
chicken breasts sauteed with mushrooms and wine.
chicken marsala
Takes place in Siena, Italy. A horse race held twice a year. The culmination of ongoing rivalry between the contrade.
Palio di Siena
An Italian composer and musician. Known for his work in film scores during the 60s and 70s. Amore mio aiutami is one of the composers popular tracks.
Piero Piccioni
E-board member whom is studying Biomedical Engineering and Italian.
Syd
Known for his many roles in action movies. Every year, tens of thousands of people recreate the scene from the legendary movie and make the trek up the steps in Philadelphia.
Sylvester Stallone
a traditional Italian soup with pasta and beans, typically cannellini, in a savory broth with tomatoes, garlic, and herbs.
Pasta e fagioli
A historical boat race in boats called gozzi. Takes place on the first Sunday of September in Venice, Italy.
Regatta
Known for hit songs such as "These Boots Are Made for Walkin'" and "Somethin' Stupid." Father was also a famous singer.
Nancy Sinatra
E-board member(s) that are pursing an Electrical Engineering degree.
Ben and Jimmy