IL PENSIERO “THE THOUGHT”
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NUMERO 7
The brew behind the O’Fallon Brewery X The Hill Collab by Courtney Kamm
With reviews like “light and crisp” and “awesome crushable golden ale,” this beer is sure to be a summer staple.
You’ll want to visit this mouthwatering restaurant by Courtney Kamm
photo courtesy of DiGregorio’s Italian Market on The Hill
O’Fallon Brewery launched a Golden Ale in collaboration with The Hill. Named after the historic neighborhood in St. Louis, the beer can be found on tap and in cans around town. The can reads, “Historic.Iconic. Steeped in tradition. There’s no place like The Hill. This beloved St. Louis neighborhood was built and supported by the families that live there still. What better way to celebrate them than sitting back with The Hill Golden Ale. We’ve brewed The Hill Golden Ale in the Kolsch style with three types of barley and two types of hops for a smooth taste and easy drinking broad appeal. And for every The Hill Golden Ale sold, a portion of the proceeds benefits The Hill’s nonprofit neighborhood association, Hill 2000. Grab one today and help us say, ‘Cheers to The Hill.’”
The owners of Peno Southern Italian Soul Food wanted to celebrate the cultural melting pot that is Southern Italy while keeping true to their Italian roots. With a menu full of rich spices including oregano, cumin, and fennel, the dishes definitely embody the “soul” of Southern Italy. Stop into Peno for a delicious meal or order takeout for delicious Italian soul food at home. The restaurant offers a variety of tasting menus, cooking classes, and other special events. Head to their website to check out their menu (penosoulfoodstl.com) or find them on social media to keep in touch with everything they have going on (Instagram: @penosoulfoodstl).
Learn about the Feast of St. Rosalia by Courtney Kamm
The Feast of Saint Rosalia is a regional public holiday in Palermo, Italy on July 15 each year. The day honors the patron saint of the city, who is credited with saving the city from the plague in 1624. No other woman is so beloved as Palermo’s own Saint Rosalia and many
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visitors insist this is the most beautiful popular feast in all of Europe. Colorful festivities take place on the evening of July 14 when Saint Rosalia’s relics resting in a grand chariot are paraded from the Old Town to the Marina, culminating in a grand spectacle of fireworks. The most outstanding feature of the procession is the magnificent chariot. Shaped like a vessel, it houses the statue of the Santuzza (Little Saint). Each year a new chariot is constructed just for this momentous event. The following day (July 15) Saint Rosalia’s relics are carried all around and finally returned to the Cathedral to be blessed by the Archbishop of Palermo. Have you or someone you know visited Palermo during the Feast of St. Rosalia? We would love to hear about your experience! Email courtney@ilpensiero.net with all the details.
Furiends, listen up: dog courtesy and safety on The Hill by Courtney Kamm
Your furry friends want to explore The Hill too! Pets are more than welcome to accompany their owners throughout the historic neighborhood, but know that there are a few rules and regulations put into place to make sure you, your animals, and those around you stay safe: 1. Leash Up: Dogs are prohibited from Continued on page 5