Celebrate the Feast of San Gennaro in Style with Body by Rigatoni

Nicole Ponti presents one of
her signature tees

Body by Rigatoni—Nicole Ponti’s Italian-inspired apparel and lifestyle brand—brings its bold spirit to a dedicated corner of the Italian American Emporium in Little Italy, beginning September 11th. Explore playful yet elevated pieces that fuse Neapolitan heritage with timeless design: from statement tees to children’s wear and accessories that capture la dolce vita.

Stop by during the feast to shop exclusive finds, share a moment at the pop-up display, and bring home a slice of Italian style—straight from Mulberry Street.

Italian American Emporium
155 Mulberry Street, Little Italy, NYC

www.bodybyrigatoni.com

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Regno Delle Due Sicilie F.A. Kits and Sportwear Available at Givova Merchandising

Shop at merchandising.givovashopping.it

Check Out These Cool Neapolitan Language T-Shirt Designs by Siamo Napoletani

Visit www.siamonapoletani.com to see their entire catalogue.

New Due Sicilie Themed T-Shirts Available at Teepublic

Two Sicilies Retro Shield T-Shirt

For those of us with hardcore pride in our Two Siclies heritage- here's a great new retro design to show you're SUD in style!

Order yours here!

Two Sicilies Smoking Pipe Club T-Shirt

This group is a gathering place for the smokers, collectors and creators of tobacco pipes made in the territories of the former Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. While many of the most well known names in pipe making come from the famed centers of production in northern Italy, the incredible artists and artisans creating smoking pipes in the territories of southern Italy and Sicily - the lands that once constituted the ancient Kingdom of the Two Sicilies - are sometimes difficult to identify, and far-too-often completely overlooked. We’ve set out to catalogue, collect, and circulate the fine works being crafted in the Two Sicilies today.

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Inno al Re T-Shirt Available on Teepublic

Two Sicilies T-Shirt Designed and Sold by ItalianPowerStore

The ”Inno al Re”, or the “Hymn to the King” was composed by the Pugliese composer Giovanni Paisiello in 1787, as the national anthem of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. Now, with this new design, you can proudly represent the hymn and the Kingdom for all to see.

Order yours here!

Also see: New Sanfedisti Merch Available on Teepublic

Compra Sud — La Bottega delle due Sicilie

Let's support those who keep our traditions and folkways alive.

Contact: www.bottega2sicilie.net
www.bottegaborbonica.net
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e-mail: bottega2sicilie@libero.it

New Sanfedisti Merch Available on Teepublic

Sanfedisti 1799 Designed and Sold by ItalianPowerStore

The Army of the Holy Faith, whose members were popularly known as the Sanfedisti, were a loyalist army organized in 1799 by Cardinal Fabrizio Ruffo to throw off the French Revolutionary forces occupying the Kingdom of Naples. First mustered from the peasantry of Calabria this army of the people grew to include patriots from all over the Two Sicilies on their way to restoring King Ferdinand I of the Two Sicilies. Now, you can wear your Two Sicilian pride by counting yourself amongst these freedom fighters.

Order yours here!

New Due Sicilie (Two Sicilies) T-Shirts Available at E. Rossi & Co.

Photo by New York Scugnizzo

New exclusive Kingdom of the Two Sicilies t-shirts emblazoned with the coat of arms of the Royal House of Bourbon Two Sicilies are now available at E. Rossi & Co. (193 Grand Street) in Little Italy, New York. 100% preshrunk cotton, the custom designed shirts come in off-white and light blue. All sizes are available.

Order online at www.erossico.com

Compra Sud — Lucrezia's Favors

Let's support those who keep our traditions and folkways alive   

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Grazie Easter Bunny!

Gold plated, stainless steel watch with white dial, moon phases,
brown leather band and coat of arms of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies.
Box cover depicts the five Bourbon Kings and members of Royal Family

It seems the Easter Bunny took advantage of Salvatore Argenio’s recent visit to New York City and nabbed a few choice items from the Neapolitan tailor’s outstanding Linea Borbonica. Thank you so much to my family and friends for your warm wishes and thoughtful gifts. Buona Pasqua!

Silk pocket squares with the coat of arms of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies

Silk ascot and tie with coat of arms of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies

Compra Sud — Argenio Napoli

Let's support those who keep our traditions and folkways alive

Argenio Napoli
P.IVA 06021680639 - Via Filangieri 15/E, 80100 (NA)

www.argenionapoli.com

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* Our recommendations will be unsolicited, and only from our personal experience. No second hand suggestions will be made.

Saint A's Christmas Extravaganza

Just a few of the night's many stars

(Photos by New York Scugnizzo)

By Giovanni di Napoli

Outstanding! Heartwarming! Jovial! There is no shortage of positive adjectives to describe yesterday's Christmas gala at Saint Athanasius School in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. The Associazione Culturale Pugliese Figli Maria SS. Addolorata truly outdid themselves this year as Saint A's auditorium was transformed into a veritable Winter Wonderland.

Models head down the runway

For nearly seven hours we were entertained by a multitude of singers, dancers and performers. At times, it was hard to believe that we were watching amateurs and volunteers. The set design was magnificent and the kids did a terrific job re-creating the Nativity. DJ Lorenzo Venuto and Master of Ceremonies Gennaro Della Gatta did a commendable job keeping the show rolling.  

(L-R) Some highlights from the fashion show

I especially enjoyed the Christmas Fashion Show. Models dressed in spectacular neo-Baroque style outfits designed by Lucrezia Nardulli paraded through the hall, up the catwalk and onto the stage where they dazzled us with song and dance. 

(L-R) Dancers and singers wowed the crowed

During intermission, Monsignor David Cassato gave a touching speech about the importance of Faith, Family and Community; especially in the wake of the recent tragedies of Hurricane Sandy and the senseless shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newton, CT. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families.

(L-R) Santa's helpers and some "mischievous" elves

After the break the show picked up right where it left off with more singing and dancing, including some fabulous renditions of Southern Italian and Holiday favorites by the children. There was a much-deserved award ceremony recognizing notable society members for their hard work and dedication to our community. 

Pauline Brunetti played an excellent Befana

Finally, La Befana and a troop of "mischievous" elves heralded Santa's [Babbo Natale] arrival, which sent the little ones into a state of elation. It was a great show for the entire family.

Move over Radio City, there's a new Christmas spectacular in town!  

Organizers Lucrezia Nardulli and Joann Perrone enjoying the fruits of their labor