Crossword Puzzle 48 - Italian Theme

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Across
  1. 4. Italian holiday celebrating summer with festivals
  2. 6. Southern Italian region known for spicy cuisine
  3. 7. Italian word for "ball," essential in soccer
  4. 9. Famous Italian fashion designer known for bold prints
  5. 11. Italian cocktail made with Prosecco and peach purée
  6. 14. Italian dish combining beef with tomato, garlic, and oregano
  7. 15. Common Italian name, also linked to fashion designer Gianni Versace
  8. 17. Played 18 seasons with the New York Yankees
Down
  1. 1. Ice resurfacing machine invented by Italian-American Frank Zamboni
  2. 2. Last color on the Italian flag
  3. 3. Historic Italian noble family, rulers of Monaco
  4. 5. Italian-American catcher who played 16 seasons
  5. 7. Italian-American slang for "friend" or "countryman"
  6. 8. Italian scooter brand, a symbol of style and mobility
  7. 10. Venetian island renowned for its glassmaking
  8. 11. Historic Italian bicycle brand known for racing
  9. 12. Italian-American detective from the famous TV series
  10. 13. Old slang term for Italians, now considered offensive
  11. 16. Musical term for plucked strings, common in Italian compositions