Congrats to the Bravo! Class of 2024
We had a great time at the Bravo's celebrating these outstanding Italian Americans who made an impact in their communities in 2024.
We're also thrilled that we raised $4,050 to sponsor a Caruso family in need! We are already planning for the next Bravo's with some exciting changes!
Thanks to all who attended!
Congrats to the 2024 Bravo! Recipients
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LINDA VILLANO
2024 Recipient
Italian American Volunteer of the Year
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MIKE AND HANNE GIAMBROCCO
CHRIS AND TRACY GIAMBROCCO
GIAMBROCCO & SONS GARDEN CENTER
2024 Recipient
Italian American Business if the Year
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JENNA PECCIA
2024 Recipient
Italian American Rising Star of the Year
Congrats to the 2024 Bravo! Recipients
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STEVE O'DORISIO
2024 Recipient
Italian American of the Year
IN REMEMBRANCE
GLORIA VOLPE
Honoring a lifetime of service and dedication
Congrats to the 2024 Bravo! People's Choice Recipients
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BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT
ELISA SICURANZA-HEITMAN
Cafe Jordano
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BEST MEATBALL SANDWICH
MIKE VOLPE ACCEPTING
Mount Carmel Bazaar
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BEST ITALIAN AMERICAN CULTURAL GATHERING
ROGER CREASON & RICHARD DIMANNA ACCEPTING
Italians of America
Red Lion Run Car Show
Congrats to the 2024 Bravo! People's Choice Recipients
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BEST PIZZA
JOE DEMOTT
Pietra's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant
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BEST BAKERY / MARKET
JOJO & MARGO PERGOLA
Vinnola's Italian Market
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BEST WINERY
CLYDE AND JUNE SPERO
Spero Winery
2023 Bravo! Award Recipients
ITALIAN AMERICAN OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
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Elisa (Sicuranza) Heitman
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
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Dr. John Giardino
ITALIAN AMERICAN BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN RISING STAR OF THE YEAR
Bravo!
Polidori Sausage
Melodie and Steve Polidori
ITALIAN AMERICAN RISING STAR OF THE YEAR
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN SAUSAGE SANDWICH
ITALIAN AMERICAN RISING STAR OF THE YEAR
Bravo!
John Naccarato
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN SAUSAGE SANDWICH
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN SAUSAGE SANDWICH
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN SAUSAGE SANDWICH
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Italians of America Red Lion Run
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN BAKERY/MARKET
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN SAUSAGE SANDWICH
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN SAUSAGE SANDWICH
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Dolce Sicilia Italian Bakery
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST PIZZA
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN WINERY
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Carl's Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN WINERY
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN WINERY
Bravo!
Spero Winery
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT
Bravo!
Cafe' Jordano
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN MARQUE
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN CULTURAL GATHERING
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT
Bravo!
Ferrari
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN CULTURAL GATHERING
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN CULTURAL GATHERING
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN CULTURAL GATHERING
Bravo!
Automezzi Colorado Celebration of Italian Motoring
A True Champion of Italian American Culture in Colorado
Italian American Perserverance Award Bravo! Janet Lombardi
Special recognition and honor for a steadfast spirit and outstanding achievements was given to Janet Lombardi at the 2024 Bravo's for her many years of service to the Italian American community.
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Italian American Humanitarian of the Year 2022
A special honor was presented to Jerry and Karen Caruso for their work with Caruso Family Charities.
2022 Bravo! Award Recipients
ITALIAN AMERICAN OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
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Patrick Lubrano
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
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Sal Siraguse
ITALIAN AMERICAN BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Bravo!
Heidi's Brooklyn Deli
Heidi Bendiksen-Naples
ITALIAN AMERICAN EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Bravo!
Tami LoSasso
ITALIAN AMERICAN SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR
Bravo!
Chad Povich
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN BAKERY
ITALIAN AMERICAN SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR
ITALIAN AMERICAN SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR
Bravo!
Vinnola's Italian Market
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST PIZZA
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN DELI / MARKET
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN DELI / MARKET
Bravo!
Pietra's Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN DELI / MARKET
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN DELI / MARKET
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN DELI / MARKET
Bravo!
Valente's Italian Market
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN WINERY
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN DELI / MARKET
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT
Bravo!
Balistreri Vineyards
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN CULTURAL GATHERING
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT
Bravo!
Parisi Pizzeria & Trattoria
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN ENTERTAINER
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN CULTURAL GATHERING
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN CULTURAL GATHERING
Bravo!
Rick Chinisci
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN CULTURAL GATHERING
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN CULTURAL GATHERING
PEOPLE'S CHOICE - BEST ITALIAN CULTURAL GATHERING
Bravo!
St. Rocco's Feast - Potenza Lodge
Previous Bravo! Recipients
