During the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, the Calabrian-American Ambassador of Italian Cuisine and the Mediterranean Diet was awarded a high honor by Italy at the Italian Embassy in Washington D.C..

Washington, DC – November 13, 2023 The Ordine della Stella d’Italia recognizes those expatriates and foreigners who have acquired special merits in promoting friendly and cooperative relations between Italy and other countries and in fostering ties with Italy.

During the opening day of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, a week-long series of events dedicated to “Dining with the Italian Cuisine: well-being with taste”, Amy Riolo was awarded the Honor of Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy by the President of the Republic of Italy, Sergio Mattarella. She was presented the award by the Deputy Ambassador/Minister Alessandro Gonzales and the Coordinator of the Italian Consular network in the U.S., Michela Carboniero.