My first time to this event and I was really looking forward. But somewhat of a disappointment. The whole thing was pretty generic. Loved the Italian stage performers & music. But where was the great Italian food? The pickings, sad to say, were pretty slim [[ie., Andiamo, Nino Salvaggio). With the abundance of Italian restos in the Metro area one would think a fest like this would be overflowing with booths showcasing one of the most delicious cuisines in the world. Instead we had the elephant ears stands you see everywhere. The event, alas, is a little old school.