Across
- 2. Dry Italian salami with a bold, peppery flavor
- 5. First name of former NYC Mayor La Guardia
- 7. Italian surname meaning "little fountain"
- 10. New York borough home to Little Italy and Italian-American culture
- 11. Tenacious Italian footballer known for his defensive grit
- 14. Coastal Italian city with beautiful historic streets
- 15. Rocky’s charismatic rival-turned-mentor in the iconic boxing series
- 18. Ancient Roman amphitheater that hosted gladiator battles
- 19. Volcano near Naples that buried Pompeii
- 21. Traditional Italian lemon liqueur
- 23. Famous square in Rome known for fountains and cafés
- 24. Undefeated Italian-American heavyweight boxing champion
Down
- 1. Popular Italian dish made with fried squid rings
- 3. Italian city known for its chocolates and medieval architecture
- 4. Ring-shaped stuffed pasta, often served in broth
- 6. Famous Italian pasta brand with global reach
- 8. Italian word meaning "sunsets," associated with beauty
- 9. Tube-shaped pasta, great for holding thick sauces
- 12. Oscar-winning Italian-American actor known for "The Revenant"
- 13. Italian city famous for its annual music festival
- 14. Italian actress famous for roles in "The Matrix" and "Spectre"
- 16. Legendary AS Roma soccer player and Italian football hero
- 17. Actor known for his roles in "Casino" and "My Cousin Vinny"
- 20. Soft cheese used in Caprese salad and pizza
- 22. Iconic actor known for "Last Tango in Paris"