The Fall 2023 issue of Ambassador continues to explore the National Italian American Foundation’s Region of Honor, Emilia-Romagna, with its cover story an in-depth look at one of the region’s most renowned and celebrated sons, the genius composer Giuseppe Verdi! Then check out the story of the dramatic efforts to help the region as disastrous flooding struck this summer. Ever think about buying a home in Italy? Read Gloria Geannette’s happy report on her apartment in Sardinia a year later. Get behind the wheel of our story about Tomaso Trussardi’s luxury-travel events mixing the best of Italy’s fast cars and slow food! Or take a sail in one of the remarkable replicas of Christopher Columbus’ ships. And our wine writer Dick Rosano examines what happened to the iconic Italian American wineries that founded the American wine industry. From Ciao Italia recipes and great shopping in NIAF Bottega to a visit with actor Tony Lo Bianco and the latest NIAF news, you’ll find the best of Italian America, and Italy, in Ambassador magazine!