UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS

JANUARY 4, 11, 18, 25 - PASTA NIGHT & W.O.W. 5 - LADIES MOVIE NIGHT 6 - BIRTHDAY CENA 7 - LA BEFANA 13 - VAL DAOSTA REGIONAL CENA 14 - REGIONAL CENA COOKING CLASS 16 - WINTER LANGUAGE CLASSES START 20 - GUEST CENA 26 - BOOK CLUB 27 - GRIGLIATA CENA FEBRUARY 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - PASTA NIGHT & W.O.W. 2 - LADIES MOVIE NIGHT 3 - BIRTHDAY CENA 4 - OLICE OIL LECTURE 5 - SUPER BOWL 10 - REGIONAL CENA 17 - CARNEVALE CENA 18 - CASINO NIGHT 23 - BOOK CLUB 24 - ENTERTAINMENT CENA MARCH 1 - LADIES MOVIE NIGHT 2 - BIRTHDAY CENA 7, 14, 21, 28 - PASTA NIGHT & W.O.W. 9 - REGIONAL CENA 16 - GUEST CENA 23 - ENTERTAINMENT CENA 29 - BOOK CLUB 30 - CENA
LANGUAGE CLASSES HELD ON MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS. SEE
CALENDAR ON WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS.

NOTIZIARIO UFFICIALE DEL CIRCOLO ITALIANO DI DALLAS

GENNAIO 2012

VOL 33 NUM 1

SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED -

IT WILL BE CASINO ROYALE AT THE ICD CASINO NIGHT

You can travel to Monte Carlo for a night in a glamorous casino, then on to Las Vegas for high energy gambling, and end your journey in San Remo for a dose of Italian style. But why travel back and forth across the Atlantic when you can find elegance, excitement and Italian flair all in one place? On Saturday, February 18, the Italian Club of Dallas will look as you have never seen it before when we bring back a long-time Club favorite, Casino Night! It will be an evening inspired by the spirit of the classic Casino Royale, filled with gourmet food, fine wine and prosecco, laughter and fun at the tables. Try your luck at Roulette, Black Jack and Craps for a chance to win some exciting prizes. And for the High Rollers, we will also be hosting our first annual Just for Fun Texas Hold'em Tournament! For your admission charge of $75, you will enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres and receive 2 drink tickets and $100 in chips. Sponsors, at levels ranging from $350 to $600, will receive admission for themselves and their friends, drink tickets, casino chips, and recognition in the event program. (The number of tickets, admissions, and chips, as well as the amount of recognition space will vary according to the sponsorship level.) Seating is limited for this event so make your reservations today by calling Lisa Newman at 214-287-7959 or at tricoloretexan@aol.com. You can also go to http://icdcasinonight.eventbrite.com to reserve on line. So the question will be, Do you feel lucky? ~ in any case, you will be a winner from the moment you walk through the door at the ICD's Casino Royale Casino Night! Lisa Newman

JANUARYS CENA REGIONALE: VAL D'AOSTA

Wine Tasting: Wednesday, January 11 Time: Doors open at 6 p.m. Price: Wine tasting is free with dinner; Members may purchase bottles of the featured wines at a discounted price. Cena: Friday, January 13 Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.; dinner service begins at 7 p.m. Price: $23 Members, $32 Guests RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED!!! Reserve at cena.eventbrite.com or call the Club. Cooking Class: Saturday, January 14 Time: Noon 2 p.m. Price: $25 Members, $35 Guests RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED!!! Reserve on Eventbrite.com or call the Club.

SUPER BOWL 2012!

On Sunday, February 5, Indianapolis will host the biggest sports event of the year ~ Super Bowl XLVI ~ and the ICD will again be hosting our annual Super Bowl party at the Clubhouse! A great football game, and the high-priced and highly-anticipated ads that are such a highlight of the event, are always more fun when watched with friends, so plan to come join in the festivities.Sausage and pepper sandwiches will be available for sale, along with, of course, beer, wine and soft drinks. Bring your own favorite tailgate foods to share, and brush up on your knowledge of Super Bowl trivia, so you're ready to win a trivia game prize. Or just come and watch Madonna at half-time, debate which commercial is the best, and see whether the game will be a blow-out or a nail biter! Watch your Clubmail for details and contact Barbie Gumin at Barbie.gumin@tx.rr.com if you can help with the event. The teams are yet to be determined, but we already know who a winner will be ~ you, when you come ready to party at the ICD! Barbie Gumin

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT WELCOME TO A NEW YEAR!

Welcome to the beginning of an exciting new year for the Italian Club of Dallas! During 2011 we worked towards stabilization in our Club's operations and financial position, and as we've wound up 2011, the Club is now in a far better position to start the year, and we've got a lot of great things planned for the year ahead. Many of us make resolutions to begin a new year and I'd like to ask each of you to resolve to get more involved with this, your Club, in 2012. You can start by joining one of the many committees we have that work hard to plan our events and offerings. Our focus for 2012 is going to be on new and diverse offerings that reflect our Italian heritage and our Italian traditions. If you are ready to take on the challenge of participating on a committee or maybe taking the lead on an event idea, you can contact Barbie Gumin to discuss ideas with her. Likewise, Ken Venuso is working to revitalize our Membership committee and he could use your help as well. The Membership Committee is starting 2012 by re-introducing quarterly new members welcome events, and there are many opportunities for you to share the experiences and fun you have had with the Club with our newer members. We all remember our first time of joining something new, and I'm sure you all had a time where someone made you feel welcome to a new environment. Please consider helping Ken to welcome the many new Members we have joining us. Our Charitable Outreach committee is looking for new charitable organizations for our members to get involved with and for the Club to give back to. If you have an idea in this area for a charity that is personal to you, please contact Ben Parlapiano and discuss your ideas with him. We are also going to be developing a school outreach curriculum through our Cultural Committee and Mary Ann Webster is looking for assistance in this area to help develop different presentations for different age groups. This is an excellent area for many of us to share our personal experiences and passions about Italy with a new generation of young adults wishing to learn about our culture. With nearly every offering we as a Club have being run by our great volunteers, there are numerous opportunities available for you to get involved. Participating doesn't take a lot of time; it just takes a desire to help and a willingness to step up. There are opportunities available in many areas that can work with your schedules so I encourage you to ask about the opportunities of interest to you. Additionally, if you have new ideas about how to diversify our offerings and are willing to take a leadership role, the Board will offer you their support to get new initiatives off the ground. There is no such thing as a bad idea so please bring yours forward, and let's work together to make our Club a great place in 2012! I'm looking forward to an exciting 2012, and I hope to see you all involved with the Club soon!

CULINARY EVENTS

** We depend on our members to bring small items to be used for the raffle. Re-gifting is acceptable. The point is to have lots of fun. Raffle tickets are sold at the table at a price of $1 each and get one free when you buy 6 for $5. Lunches: Monday through Friday 11 a.m. 2:30 p.m. fixed menu is available including a soup, salad, entre and pasta for only $14 (beverages and gratuity not included). If you are looking for something very particular Chef Tommaso is always ready to make sure your palate is satisfied. Bring your friends and business associates for a delicious mealAND support your Club! Call for reservations (972) 931-9167. Pasta Night: Jan 04, 11, 18, 25; Join us for Pasta Night every Wednesday night where you can enjoy the antipasti bar and then select from several pastas or pizza. Add extras as the mood suits you meats, sea food and vegetables. Enjoy your choice of pasta (options available on line or at the Club) for $8 for Members and $10 for Guests or one of Chef Tommaso's nearly-world-famous pizzas for $10 for Members and $12 for Guests, with veggie antipasto included with either option. Doors open at 6 p.m. and reservations aren't required. Wine, beer and soft drinks sold separately. Look for the Wednesday night occasional wine tasting. Date and price information will be sent through ClubMail. Cena: Come, visit and enjoy the company of friends with a glass of wine while waiting for the delicious meal Chef Tommaso has prepared for our enjoyment, usually served around 7 p.m. Reservations are appreciated by calling (972) 931-9167 or through the eventbrite link: http://cenaehome.eventbrite.com. This will make it easier for our management to plan and will assure your place for dinner. Check the weekly ClubMail for the menu. Look for the weekly wine specials.

Michael Trovalli President Michael.Trovalli@ItalianClubDallas.org

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November 2011 Income Revenue = $33,887.09 Expenses = $39,263.72 Net Loss = (-$5,376.63)

Year To Date 2011 Revenue = $424,479.12 Expenses = $408,166.37 Net GAIN = $16,312.75

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SCUOLA DI ITALIANO SCHEDULES 2011/2012

For registration information, see the "Italian Language School" page under the culture tab at www.ItalianClubDallas.org Cost per session is $100 for ICD Members or $200 for non-members. Children's class is $30 per child for each 10 week session. Summer classes will cost $80 for ICD Members or $160 for non-members. All classes are held at the ICD Clubhouse (14865 Inwood Rd., Addison TX). Schedule and classes are subject to change. For further information please contact: languageschool@italianclubdallas.org or go online to our web page http://www.italianclubdallas.org/default.asp?pg=language&x=r Italian for Beginners 1-2 These two courses are your opportunity to step into Italian Language. While you are developing your language skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) you will learn the basic grammar, how to build your first sentence, and to communicate your very basics needs. Book: MARIN, T., & MAGNELLI, S. (2009). The Italian project: an Italian course for English speakers. 1a. : Beginners A1, Student's book and workbook. Rome, Edilingua. Italian for Advanced Beginners 1-2 These two courses will take you deeper into grammar and conversation. They are planned for students who took Beginners 1 and 2 or have already studied those topics. Book: MARIN, T., & MAGNELLI, S. (2009). The Italian project: an Italian course for English speakers. 1b. : Beginners A2, Student's book and workbook. Rome, Edilingua. Units: 9, 10, 11. Intermediate Italian Intended for students who want to enhance their Italian proficiency through the study of grammar and conversation. Italian for Travelers - BRAND NEW!!!! If you are planning to go to Italy for a vacation or for work and you want to learn just the basic vocabulary and how to deal with specific situations this could be your class. There are no specific requirements. Basic Conversation - BRAND NEW!!!! This class focus is only on conversation. To join the class, knowledge of basic grammar is required. Topics of conversations will be guided by the instructor. Advanced Conversation For students who want to speak freely about every topic and learn more about Italian culture and contemporary Italy. A good knowledge of Italian is required. Children (5 years or older) Children learn Italian while playing games, singing songs, doing arts and crafts, and watching cartoons.

LA BEFANA
The Epiphany is the traditional end to the Christmas holidays. The word "Epiphany" comes from the Greek " Ta epiphaneia " which also means "a divine appearance, or event". According to tradition, the first Epiphany occurred on the night between 5 and 6 January when the Three Wise Men (i Re Magi) visited Jesus to offer him gold, frankincense and myrrh. La Befana is an old lady with a hump who comes by night to give gifts to the children. She wears broken shoes, has a hooked nose and pointed chin, is dressed in rags and covered with soot because she enters the homes through the chimney. While everyone is sleeping she puts gifts and candy in the stockings hanging from the fireplace. She leaves candy and sweets to good children, and pieces of coal to those who did not behave well. The figure of the Befana has ancient origins. The Romans celebrated the beginning of the year with "Sigillarie" parties where people exchanged gifts in the form of statuettes. The Sigillarie were coveted expecially by children who received gifts in the form of dolls and animals in sweet dough. In the Middle Ages the Epiphany became known as the "Twelfth Night" occurring in the period between Christmas and January 6. A legend that explains the tradition of the Befana: "When the Magi went to bring gifts to baby Jesus, only one old woman refused to follow them. When, repentant, she tried to reach them, she could not. Since then, the night between 5 and 6 January, flying on a broom with a sack on her back, she goes from house to house to give to children the gifts she could not give to Baby Jesus. ". Thereafter the Epiphany has become a beneficent old lady bringing gifts in Twelfth Night. Other versions of this recurrence can be found in various parts of the world. The great Italian poet Giovanni Pascoli wrote the following simple verses for children to recite to entice the Befana to their house: La Befana vien di notte/Con le scarpe tutte rotte/Il vestito alla romana/Viva viva la Befana! Enio Elisei

the perfect choice for February, the month of Valentines. Join us for a light meal before the movie and bring a dessert to share, if you wish. We will meet at the Clubhouse at 6:30 and start the movie at 7 p.m. Movie nights are relaxing, casual, and fun, so mark your calendar for February 2 and come as you are. All ladies are welcome, members and friends alike! Please RSVP to culture@italianclubdallas.org and contact Sue Robertson at srobertson625@gmail.com with any questions. The event is FREE, but we need your response so we know you are coming. We look forward to seeing you in February at the movie! Sue Robertson

CCA CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PARTY A JOYOUS OCCASION

On Saturday, December 10 at Southfork Ranch over 120 families attended the Children's Craniofacial Association's Children's Christmas Party. An estimated three hundred children created a joyful noise as they played games, visited with Santa Claus, had their faces painted, worked at the crafts table, watched the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders perform, and stuffed themselves with snacks, cookies and punch. A contingent from the local Fire Rescue Department brought a pump and ladder truck to the parking lot for the children to climb on and marvel over. It was indeed heartwarming to watch the children so thoroughly enjoying themselves. Many thanks to our ICD volunteers Tina Neal, Semira Pacifico, Patty Baughman, Dennis and Sue Williams, Vicki Cravens, Fred Hansen, John Di Tucci, John Pully, Beverly Butera and Dottie Parlapiano for giving up their Saturday morning to help in this wonderful event. Ben Parlapiano

VAL D'AOSTA
The Aosta Valley (Italian: Val d'Aosta) is a mountainous region in the north-western side of the Italian Alps. Its area of 3,263 km2 (1,260 sq mi) and a population of about 130,000 make it the smallest and the least populous region of Italy. It is bordered by France on the west, Switzerland to the north and the Italian region of Piedmont to the south and east. The regional capital is Aosta. The population density of Val d'Aosta is by far the lowest among the Italian regions with 38.9 inhabitants per km2 versus the national average of 198.8. The reason is that Val d'Aosta has extensive uninhabitable areas of mountain and glacier that restrict a substantial part of the population in the central valley. Italian and French are the official languages, used for the regional government's acts and laws. Italian is much more widely spoken in everyday life while French is mostly spread in cultural life. The local dialect is of Franco-Provenal origin, and is called Valdtain. It is spoken as the native language and as the second language by 68,000 residents, about 58% of the total population. The first inhabitants of the Aosta Valley were Celts and Ligurians, whose language still lingers in some place names. Rome conquered the region from the local Salassi in 25 BC ca. and founded Augusta Prtoria Salassorum, today's Aosta, to secure strategic mountain passes that they improved with bridges and roads. After Rome the high valley preserved traditions of autonomy reinforced by its seasonal winter isolation. During the Middle Ages the region remained strongly feudal, and several castles still dot its landscape. Around the 13th century

FEBRUARY FREE LADIES MOVIE NIGHT LETTERS TO JULIET

Our February film is a love story (of course!) that spans decades. An American girl discovers a love letter that changes her life in this romantic comedy starring Amanda Seyfried and Vanessa Redgrave. The story begins in Verona, the city where Romeo and Juliet first met. The brick wall of Juliet Capulet's family home is where the lovelorn leave notes, hoping that Juliet will answer their inquiries about love. Sophie (Seyfried) offers to be one of the volunteers who respond to the letters. When she answers a letter from 1957, her quest begins to help the woman who wrote it (Redgrave) find her old love, and romance blossoms all around. This is a story about love prevailing despite the passage of time and is

German-speaking Walser communities were established in the Gressoney area and they retain their Walser identity even today. In 1031-1032 Humbert I of Savoy, founder of the Savoy dynasty, received the title Count of Aosta from the Emperor Conrad II and built himself a commanding fortification at Bard. Saint Anselm of Canterbury was born in Aosta in 1033 or 1034. In the mid-13th century Emperor Frederick II made the County of Aosta a Duchy and a lion rampant was carried in the Savoyard coat of arms until the reunification of Rome to Italy in 1870. Val d'Aosta is known for the pristine beauty of its alpine territory. Scores of tourists visit it for outdoor activities and sports like mountaineering, hiking, skiing and snowboarding. Enio Elisei

MEMBERS NEWS
Join us in congratulating Mike Trovalli & Yvonne Caliguiri on their engagement.

ATTENTION 2011 NEW MEMBERS

Buon Anno! If you joined the Italian Club of Dallas in 2011, we welcome you to an Open House on Wednesday, January 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Club. You will enjoy the impressive antipasto spread prepared by Chef Tommaso on Wednesday WOW night which will be complimentary along with two beverages of choice. Your host will be our Membership Committee Chairman, Ken Venuso, along with members from the Board of Directors and other ICD Committees. What a great time to discover more about ALL the great benefits the Club has to offer and a chance to meet other Members. To help us prepare for this event please call Angelo at the Club at 972-931-9167 and let us know if you will attend. Look forward to seeing you there. Auguri! Ken Venuso

JANUARY BOOK CLUB NEWS

The Book Club returns after our Christmas break, meeting on January 26, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Club when our selected work will be Poison, A Novel of the Renaissance, the debut novel of Sara Poole. A riveting historical thriller, Poison introduces an intriguing heroine, Francesca Giordano, the Chief Poisoner for the household of Cardinal Rodrigo Borgia. As Borgia schemes to advance to the papal throne, Francesca must protect Cardinal Borgia and his household from poisoning attempts. Much to Francesca's consternation and dismay, she is also called upon to use her arts against the cardinal's enemies as well. If you would like more information about the Book Club, please contact the Coordinator, Norma Iacovo at 972-386-4321 or niacovo@tnsk.com. Norma Iacovo

I COLORI ITALIANI OPEN HOUSE MONDAY, JANUARY 16

I Colori Italiani invites you to an Open House from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. on Monday, January 16. We are ushering in our 32nd year of Italian Club performances celebrating our Italian heritage through the arts of music and dance. And, yes, we still have two dancers who were part of the group that started in 1980! Join us in some fun and easy dances. We'll also run videos of our performances, including musicians and choral groups that accompanied our dancing years ago. And we'll see some of the many current Italian folcloristico groups from all over Italy on YouTube, especially some exciting sword dancing from Sicily and Ischia. Refreshments will be served. If you have any questions, call Maria 972-235-4920 or Carrie 972-242-8283. Italian traditional dance is alive and thriving in Italy and at the Italian Club, too! Come and see! Maria Chobany

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Join us in a warm welcome for the following new members: Mr. and Mrs. John and Alice Stanko, Mr. and Mrs. Richard and Laurie Medina, and Mr. John Gilbert. Gina Lecca

Olivia Carleo, O.D.

Cantina di Casteggio Barbera $ 17.00-btl. Guasti Clemente Barbera D'Asti $ 28.00-btl. Guasti Clemente Barbaresco Riserva $ 72.00-btl. Branciforti Nero D'Avola $ 22.00-btl. Firriato Santagostino Nero D'Avola & Syrah $ 45.00-btl. Firriato di Faltognano Chianti $ 18.00-btl. / $ 5.00-glass San Felice Chianti Classico $ 26.00-btl. San Felice IL Grigio Chianti Classico Riserva $ 42.00-btl. San Felice Perolla Rosso Maremma $ 24.00-btl. Campogiovanni Rosso Di Montalcino $ 42.00-btl. Vaona Valpolicella Classico $ 26.00-btl. Vaona Amarone Valpolicella $ 74.00-btl. Cantina di Casteggio Pinot Grigio $17.00-btl. / $5.00-glass San Felice Vermentino Maremma $ 18.00-btl. Branciforti Bianco Sicilia $ 18.00-btl. Cantina di Casteggio Moscato $ 20.00-btl. Le Albare-Vigna dello Stefano Soave $ 22.00-btl. San Felice Vin Santo Toscana $ 36.00-btl. Vaona Recioto Le Peagne Classico $ 36.00-btl.

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NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMANITIES GRANT FOR ETRUSCAN STUDIES AWARDED TO GREG WARDEN AND MARSHA ANDERSON
Club members Gregory Warden and Marsha Anderson were awarded a coveted academic grant through the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Community College Humanities Association. The grant, entitled The Legacy of Ancient Italy: The Etruscan and Early Roman City, funds an academic study group in Italy from June 5 25. Twenty-four professors from colleges and universities will be selected from around the US and will have the opportunity to study the world of the Etruscan and early Roman culture. The group will learn from seven visiting scholars, Italian and American, all of whom are in the forefront of the newest research in Italian archaeology. They will live and explore the beautiful ancient cities of Orvieto, Florence and Rome, visiting the major sites and museums. The selected participants will be asked to develop strategies for the classroom relating to the Etruscans and the early Romans. The idea was conceived by Marsha after several years of working with Greg, first as his student and later having him join her as a guest lecturer on the North Lake College Rome Program. She felt that the community college professor was often neglected in scholarly grant opportunities, being overshadowed by university professors. Gregory Warden, PhD, recently made Cavaliere della Repubblica Italiana, is a classical archaeologist, University Distinguished Professor of Art History, and Associate Dean of the Meadows School of the Arts at Southern Methodist University. Marsha Anderson is Past Director of International Studies and Professor of Arts and Humanities at North Lake College. They will be joined by Dr. Carole Lester, Past Dean of Special Studies and professor of History at Richland College, who will serve as Co-Director of the project. Marsha Anderson

CAROLERS' VOICES RANG TRUE AT THE CLUBHOUSE

There wasn't a spare seat in the house at Cena on December 16 when ICD Members and friends gathered to celebrate the Christmas season. The sounds of lively conversation became a chorus of beautiful voices when Marsha Anderson and Ron Montgomery led everyone in what has become an ICD tradition, singing carols after dinner. Marsha and Ron's professional training shined through as they got the crowd started in singing some favorite Italian Christmas music, Oh, Holy Night, and more favorite carols. Accompanied by pianist Jing LingTam, they made truly beautiful music. But when the crowd joined in the songs, Marsha and Ron became two of many voices, the music became even more spirited ~ and everyone really got into the celebration of the evening! The great thing about traditions is that they repeat, so, if you couldn't make it to this years evening of Christmas music, don't make that same mistake again ~ and plan to join in the caroling next year! Mary Ann Webster

FIRST QUARTER 2012 MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

As a Member, bring a friend, an acquaintance, or a work colleague to an ICD event. Starting in January, when you bring a new person to the Club and they join as a new Member in the first quarter of 2012, you will receive a complimentary ticket to our Friday night Cena! Simply provide the name(s) of new Members to Ken Venuso or Angelo Vaccaro for your ticket. Thanks for your participation! - Ken Venuso

had such a good time that it was hard to leave. Thanks to all who helped with this event, Fabiana Carminati and daughter Giulia (Santa Lucia), and Marguerite Buccino. Thanks to our Chef Tommaso Lestingi who prepared the meal. Also thanks to the mothers who pitched in to help with the serving of the food. Thanks to all. Maria Chobany and Carrie Harris

CARAVAGGIO AND HIS FOLLOWERS IN ROME VISITED BY HIS FOLLOWERS IN DALLAS!

Twenty Italian Club Members and guests took some time away from holiday busy-ness on Saturday, December 10, to visit one of the premier art exhibits to come to the Metroplex this year ~ Caravaggio and His Followers in Rome at Fort Worth's Kimbell Art Museum. The group met at the museum when it opened and had specifically requested docent Rodney Hutton for the visit. A frequent traveler to Italy with an extensive knowledge of Italian art, his insights added much to the tour. Along the way, the group learned that Caravaggio always painted in prima, meaning without a preliminary sketch on the canvass; that he was groundbreaking in his habit of filling the foreground to draw the viewer directly into the picture; and much more. In addition, the group learned about Caravaggio's complicated life and volatile temper. While all the works, ranging from saintly representations to raw depictions of the darker side of society, were spectacular, the added personal dimension made them come to life.

ANTHONY MUNGIOLI BOCCE CHAMPIONSHIP THE RESULTS

On November 20, ICD Members competed for The 2011 Anthony Mungioli Memorial Club Championship. Twenty four players and many spectators enjoyed a great day of bocce, sausage & pepper sandwiches, as well as Italian wine & beer. The highly competitive matches resulted in the finals of the championship division with Mike Trovalli and Eric Warheit placing second and Nick Bonvino & Luigi Carleo winning the tournamentagain. This year we also had a recreational division. The final match resulted in our own chef Tommaso Lestingi and guest placing second and Joseph Eklund and Brad Jones winning this division. Each of the division champions won dinner for two at the Club. The bocce league meets every other Tuesday evening at Bent Tree Country Club (weather permitting). From expert to beginner, come play bocce on official courts that are swept, watered, rolled, and lit for play well into the night. If you would like more information to participate, check the schedule in your ICD weekly email or contact bocce coordinator Nick Bonvino at nbonvino@aol.com. As with all Club events, the more the merrier ~ we'll see you on the Bocce Court! Nick Bonvino

After the tour, the ICD group continued a favorite tradition ~ a group lunch at Taverna Risotteria & Pizzeria on Sundance Square. As they enjoyed pasta, pizza, and Bellinis, they recounted highlights from their time at the Kimbell and the Caravaggios encountered on personal travels throughout Europe. All too soon, lunch came to an end, but the beauty of the art was a memory that will linger long after! Mary Ann Webster

OLIVE OIL ~ PAST AND PRESENT A LECTURE AND TASTING WITH CHEF GINA STIPO
Homer called it "liquid gold." Today, it has become a cornerstone of Italian cuisine ~ no kitchen is complete without it. Olive oil has been a food and more to the peoples of the Mediterranean ~ it has been medicinal, magical, an endless source of fascination & wonder, and the fountain of great wealth & power. While not the world's largest olive oil producer, Italy is its largest consumer! Learn about the history and production of this precious liquid from visiting chef and great friend to the Italian Club of Dallas, Gina Stipo, owner and operator of Ecco La Cucina cooking school located just outside Siena, Italy. (www.eccolacucina.com) Gina will discuss how the different soils, varietals of olives and the individual processes of the oil producers impart unique subtleties to the oils; what to consider when purchasing olive oil; and how to be a more knowledgeable consumer. Her lecture, held at the ICD Clubhouse on Saturday, February 4th, at 1:00 p.m., will be followed by a tasting featuring a wide variety of olive oils, most available locally. The price is $15 for ICD Members and $20 for ICD Guests. Please RSVP at http://icdoliveoil2012.eventbrite.com or at the Clubhouse and contact Mary Ann Webster at culture@italianclubdallas.org with any questions. Few foods are as firmly rooted in history, as healthy, and as enjoyable to savor as olive oil ~ see you at the tasting!

SAN NICOLA AND SANTA LUCIA WERE HERE!

On December 3, The Italian Club of Dallas had visitors from the Saints who lead the path into the feast of Christmas. The festivities were fun and family filled with about 35 children, parents and grandparents, aunts and uncles who came to celebrate this traditional Italian feast. The children made paper crowns in honor of Santa Lucia and all played Tombola. San Nicola brought gifts and gold coins for the children. We feasted on pasta with tuna, broth with tortellini and panettone. Everyone

The Mission Statement of the Italian Club of Dallas

To explore, preserve, and promote Italian culture, language, history, and traditions; perform charitable works; and foster social interaction within the community.

La Missione del Circolo Italiano di Dallas

Conoscere, conservare e diffondere la cultura Italiana, la lingua, la storia e le tradizioni; fare opere benefiche; promuovere i rapporti sociali all'interno della comunit.

Clubhouse 14865 Inwood Rd. Addison

Michael Trovalli, President 702-818-2530 Ron Miglini, Vice President 972-234-5567 Damian Caruso, Treasurer 972-359-1827 Frank DeSimone, Secretary 972-814-2634 Barbie Gumin 972-849-0141 Dennis Williams 214-284-3851 Dan Ficco 214-906-1913

ICD Board of Directors

ICD'S ANNUAL GRIGLIATA CENA ~ A CELEBRATION OF ITALIAN GRILLING!

It's been a season of stuffing, dressing, mashed potatoes, yams, pies and cakes ~ now is the time to leave all those carbs behind and load up on some protein! It's time to fire up the ICD grill when Chef Tommaso presents our Grigliata Cena, featuring grilled meats, vegetables, fruit, and much more on Friday, January 27. Italian grilling is for the most part fairly simple: Top-quality meats, with, at the most, a light marinade, grilled over hardwood coals. Grill several kinds of meat and you have a grigliata mista, or mixed grilled meats. It's hard to beat, and it's also why many Italians have a hearth in the cantinetta, the combination den and dining room where they entertain guests. And we look forward to entertaining you at our Grigliata Cena! Price is $23 for ICD Members and $32 for Guests ~ but this will be a meal like no other you can get in the Dallas area at any price. The food will keep on coming if your appetite can keep up! (A hint for the uninitiated: don't eat for a couple of days beforehand) This abbondanza consistently packs the Clubhouse, so be sure to reserve your spot ahead of time at the Club, by calling 972/931-9167 or online at the ICD Eventbrite page. What's that aroma in the crisp January air? It's Chef Tommaso firing up the grill, getting ready to satisfy your meat cravings ~ we'll see you at our Grigliata Cena!

REC IPE OF TH E MONTH

RENNET APPLE DESSERT
THIS SOFT AND SWEET APPLE SAUCE MAKES FOR THE PERFECT DESSERT.

SERVINGS 4
6 rennet apples oz sugar 1 lemon zest vanilla powder (or vanilla extract) to taste 1 cup white wine 2 tablespoons apple jam 16 slices sandwich bread 2 oz butter

PREPARATION
40 minutes preparation + 30 minutes cooking Peel and dice the apples. Cook diced apples in a pan over low heat for ten minutes with the sugar, lemon peel, vanilla and white wine. Then add the jam and carefully remove the lemon peel. Whisk until creamy. Cut 4 slices of soft white bread on the diagonal to make 8 triangles. Use a butter knife to butter one side of the bread. Line the bottom of a cake pan (with the buttered side of the triangles facing down). Then do the same for the sides. Fill the cake pan with the applesauce and cover with the remaining bread, buttered side up. Bake in a 350F oven for about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve.

Semira Pacifico/Chef Tommaso

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