Pizza, Pasta, and People: The Ingredients of the Italian Immigrant Community

During her 2022 internship with Know History, Danielle Sinopoli created an interactive map to showcase the history of Italian immigrant food culture in the GTA. Using research, photographs, and interviews, Danielle told the story of eight Italian establishments, including her family’s own restaurant, Il Paesano Pizzeria! We are proud of Danielle’s unique and creative approach to connecting her local community to the larger history of post-war Italian immigration to Canada.

“I am very grateful for the opportunity to work as an intern at Know History over the past six months. Throughout my time here, I’ve been able to work on several projects with team members across Canada and hone my skills as a historical researcher. I am thrilled to be staying on as a historical researcher at Know History and continuing to grow and refine my skills!” – Danielle Sinopoli

Check out “Pizza, Pasta, and People: The Ingredients of the Italian Immigrant Community”:

Photo credit: First: Cafe Diplomatico, c. 1972, Toronto Star Photograph Archive, Courtesy of Toronto Public Library.