Italian Portland

05/30/2026

🇮🇹 We are so excited about all the happenings in our Italian community! 🇮🇹 Get a sneak peek at the June newsletter here! https://mailchi.mp/59ea5f134915/june-news-2026

05/22/2026

Reppin’ our culture at the Chinese Charter School International Festival!❤️🇮🇹❤️🇮🇹

05/14/2026

If you're interested in an immersive truffle hunt excursion in our beautiful Willamette Valley, let us know. It is going to be AMAZING! 🤩Fill out the form to let us know your interest level. Grazie! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqS3ZKGuMfEGMyUBqLVHMig7r-mGPFoTyckO7CXWlgA72FYA/viewform

Join us for an immersive Truffle Excursion! Fill out this form if interested! https://forms.gle/agTyExLpqsJ9iUc66

Did you know that the Willamette Valley has four main edible varieties of Truffles native to the area: Oregon winter white, Oregon spring white, Oregon black, and Oregon brown truffles.

In February 2027, the Italian Portland Social Group will host First Nature Tours for a presentation on all things Truffles. Including their adorable Truffle dog! 🐶

Then, in March 2027, join us on a Saturday or Sunday (exact date is TBD) for an Immersive Truffle Excursion! Embark on a journey into the heart of the Willamette Valley with First Nature Tours as we invite you to join our extraordinary truffle hunting and tasting tour. Our fully immersive experience is not just an adventure; it’s a lesson in nature, led by an expert truffle hunter and their reliable truffle dog. Let’s delve into the world of truffle hunting and discover the delicacies hidden beneath the soil! We will meet in one location at 9:00 am and board a luxury van to be taken to the truffle hunting area, then we'll head to Alloro Vineyards for a Truffle-themed lunch and Wine Pairing.

05/13/2026

Grazie mille to our Honorary Consul, Vytas Babusis, for such an informative and engaging presentation on all things 🇮🇹citizenship! Thank you for your time and for your in depth answers to all of our questions!

05/09/2026

Join us for an immersive Truffle Excursion! Fill out this form if interested! https://forms.gle/agTyExLpqsJ9iUc66

Did you know that the Willamette Valley has four main edible varieties of Truffles native to the area: Oregon winter white, Oregon spring white, Oregon black, and Oregon brown truffles.

In February 2027, the Italian Portland Social Group will host First Nature Tours for a presentation on all things Truffles. Including their adorable Truffle dog! 🐶

Then, in March 2027, join us on a Saturday or Sunday (exact date is TBD) for an Immersive Truffle Excursion! Embark on a journey into the heart of the Willamette Valley with First Nature Tours as we invite you to join our extraordinary truffle hunting and tasting tour. Our fully immersive experience is not just an adventure; it’s a lesson in nature, led by an expert truffle hunter and their reliable truffle dog. Let’s delve into the world of truffle hunting and discover the delicacies hidden beneath the soil! We will meet in one location at 9:00 am and board a luxury van to be taken to the truffle hunting area, then we'll head to Alloro Vineyards for a Truffle-themed lunch and Wine Pairing.

05/05/2026

Our very own Natalie Smargiassi was featured on the podcast Little Roads Unfiltered: Italy and Beyond! Such an inspiring story! Thank you for sharing Natalie!

Little Roads Unfiltered: Italy and Beyond · Episode

04/29/2026

Italian Portland is thrilled to collaborate with the Portland Opera again for the spectacular performance of Verdi’s Requiem! Please use code JOINUS for 15% off and no fees on your tickets! If you have a large group of 6+, please reach out to the concierge at [email protected] for additional discounts! 🎶 This music reaches directly into the soul. It is a powerful, emotional journey through life, death, and the hope for something greater. Written as a tribute to his dear friend Alessandro Manzoni, the first of Verdi’s late masterpieces carries the weight of his deep personal loss yet speaks universally to the struggles we all face: the pain of grief, the fear of the unknown, and the search for peace. *Note: This one-night-only production will electrify the Keller Auditorium for an evening you will never forget. https://www.portlandopera.org/performances-tickets/25-26-season/verdi-s-requiem/

04/29/2026

We are SO excited about all of the upcoming happenings in our community! 🇮🇹 Get a sneak peek at the May newsletter here! https://mailchi.mp/fb656ae7a250/may-news-2026

04/27/2026

Italian Film Festival Portland starts May 8th! 🍿🎬 Check the website for updates. https://italianfilmfests.org/portland.html

04/26/2026

This looks like an amazing adventure!!

It’s official!

Come spend a week with Gary and I in Piedmont and Verona!