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Renee Locorriere

Born into an Italian American family from New York City, Renee Locorriere is passionate about her roots and preserving the Italian American culture and traditions she grew up with, happily sharing with all who are interested.

She has been working in the publishing industry for over 10 years, and her writing has appeared both online and in print. She loves meeting new people and sharing their stories.

Renee obtained a certificate in mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and created the website Breaking Biscotti, where she draws from her ancestry to share ways to live a more mindful and Mediterranean-inspired lifestyle, wherever you are, no passport required. Always open to collaboration, you can check out her website and sign up for her newsletter for updates and to stay in touch.

Scampi in Philadelphia Goes “New Jersey Italian” in August

The August Tasting Menu from Scampi features New Jersey Italian American red and white tablecloth classics.

July 31, 2025

Digital Cooking Platform, anana, Champions Nonnas as Icons

anana is the new cooking platform preserving generational recipes and bridging age and language gaps, one Nonna at a time.

June 13, 2025

Anthropologie Launches Their Postcard from Sicily Summer Line

Lean into Sicilian and Mediterranean style this summer with the popular retailer's "Saluti Dalla Sicilia!" line.

May 9, 2025

Meraki Market Celebrates Three Generations of Italian Women

A magical market outside of Philadelphia is an Italian-inspired mother-daughter ode to the memory of a family matriarch.

May 8, 2025

Philadelphia’s Italian Market Festival Returns this May

Seven city blocks of old-school Italian American eats, live music, and the traditional procession of saints is coming to Philadelphia.

April 30, 2025

Philadelphia’s Pizzata Pizzeria Now Has Two In-House Champions

Davide Lubrano of Pizzata Pizzeria brought home first place in the Roman Style category at the International Pizza Expo 2025.

April 14, 2025

A Night at Angeloni’s Club Madrid in Atlantic City’s Little Italy

Angeloni's Club Madrid in the Ducktown district delivers confident, retro cool reminiscent of Atlantic City's heyday in the 1980s.

March 12, 2025

Tips from the Book “Bella Figura” to Inspire a More Italian Lifestyle

Here are some tips gleaned from a popular book about living your best life by adopting these Italian practices.

January 27, 2025

6 Seasonal Trader Joe’s Finds for an Italian-Inspired Cheese Board

Our 2024 list of Trader Joe’s featured items for your holiday festivities and celebrations.

December 18, 2024