We're a group of folks who just can't get enough of Italian culture: the food, wine, arts, cinema, language, automobiles, sports and the overall "dolce vita."

Our goal is to get as close to Italy as possible without leaving AZ, immersing ourselves in all things Italian. Knowledge of Italian is optional.

With food, we'll try to explore "alta cucina" by dining at restaurants that represent current Italian cuisine and are a departure from the hackneyed "red sauce" menus. Although there's nothing wrong with a nice mellanzane parmiggiana!

Events include happy hours featuring Italian aperitifs and wines, home movie nights (only Italian films!), museum visits, cooking demonstrations, men's and women's fashion & style and music.

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Benvenuti AZ Italophiles!

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Recent Meetups

  • April 21 at 2:00 PM, 2 Italophiles attended

    ITALIAN HERITAGE DAY WITH THE PHOENIX SUNS
    Join us for the Phoenix Suns' special Italian heritage celebration as they take on the Denver Nuggets and their star forward, native Italian Danilo Gallinari. Discounted... Learn more

  • April 12 at 6:30 PM, 12 Italophiles attended

    THE ART OF GELATO

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    So what exactly is gelato?  The Valley's newest gelateria, Cool Gelato Italiano, will hold a special presentation for AZ Italophiles to explain it all. Husband and wife... Learn more

  • April 12 at 5:15 PM, 6 Italophiles attended

    DINNER BEFORE 'THE ART OF GELATO'
    I'm going to grab a quick light dinner at AZ88 before the gelato event. All are welcome to join me.  AZ88 is located just a few steps from Cool Gelato Italiano in the... Learn more

  • February 18 at 10:00 AM, 23 Italophiles attended

    LE BELLEZZE D'ITALIA CHARITY ITALIAN CAR SHOW

    They rated it 4.50 4.502 (2 ratings)

    Feb 18th marks Enzo Ferrari's 114th birthday, and the Arizona American Italian Club is celebrating with an all-Italian car show. The "beauties" include Ferrari,... Learn more

  • January 27 at 7:00 PM, 10 Italophiles attended

    8th ANNUAL KOKOPELLI WINERY ITALIAN FESTIVAL

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    Kokopelli Winery & Bistro in downtown Chandler will host an Italian-American Festival on Jan. 27 through Jan. 29. We'll meet at 7 pm on Friday at a reserved table at the... Learn more
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    Laura E Navarro Laura E Navarro joined
    Yesterday at 2:31 PM
    Laura E Navarro
    "Hi, I would like to learn more about this group"
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    Pat Pat joined
    Yesterday at 1:37 AM
    Pat
    "Hi, I'm Pat from Brooklyn, now living in Tucson."
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    Christopher Costantino Christopher Costantino joined
    Saturday at 3:43 PM
    Christopher Costantino
    "My name is Christopher Costantino and I am Italian on my father's side. I own a local Italian Food Company which sells sauces, oils, soups and spice rubs. I have a culinary arts degree and love the food of Italy in addition to everything else."
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    Larry Canepa Larry Canepa joined
    May 21 at 11:56 AM
    Larry Canepa
    "Bonjourno. I am a Chef Educator, restaurant consultant, culinary guide, writer and food and wine enthusiast. I love culinary travel, discovering new foods and enjoying la dolce vita !"
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    Doris Floreancig Doris Floreancig joined
    May 19 at 9:02 PM
    Doris Floreancig
    "My name is Linda this is my beautiful mom Doris, she speaks English but her language is Italian. My mother is beautiful, sincere and honest person and just looking for friendship and enjoys being around people who wants to smile, laugh and enjoy life"
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    Richard Richard joined
    May 17 at 6:37 AM
    Richard
    "Love Italian culture, food, and wine"
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    Nick Nick joined
    May 15 at 4:38 PM
    Nick
    ""Being in my 50's, Italian-American, originally from New Jersey, now living in the upper northwest valley. 2nd generation, full Italian-American, whose grandparents were from Caserta and Lacedenia before taking the 'boat' the Ellis Island."
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    Micha Micha joined
    May 13 at 2:22 PM
    Micha
    "Ciao!"
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    C Dancer C Dancer joined
    May 7 at 2:25 PM
    C Dancer
    "CIAO' Buongiorno..... I am 100% Cicilian... Avid watcher of "Mob Wives" (don't chuckle, it's hillarious to watch)... AND I drink only Red Wine... (not that it makes a difference).. would love to join this group...."
  • New Member
    Gina G Gina G joined
    May 7 at 8:59 AM
    Gina G
    "I am an Italian girl who has lived in the Phoenix area all my life. This group looks like a fun bunch of people."
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ARIZONA ITALOPHILES http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/3/4/1/global_32293121.jpeg
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Founded Jan 28, 2008
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