May 14, 2026

Simple Pleasures — A Small Find in Little Italy

While wandering through historic Little Italy, I stopped into the Italian American Emporium and came across a pair of stylish ceramic coasters featuring Pulcinella. With their distinctive masks and playful character, they struck just the right balance between tradition and charm. I purchased both—small, practical pieces that nonetheless carry a touch of Neapolitan theatrical heritage into the everyday.