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Sclafani may refer to: * Sclafani (surname), Italian surname * Sclafani Bagni, comune in the Metropolitan City of Palermo in the Italian region Sicily * Sclafani Foods, importer of Italian specialty foods, based in Norwalk, Connecticut, USA * Chiusa Sclafani, comune in the Metropolitan City of Palermo in the Italian region Sicily * House of Sclafani, Italian noble family * Palazzo Sclafani Palazzo Sclafani is a medieval former aristocratic palace located on Piazza della Vittoria #14, in Palermo, region of Sicily, Italy. Across the Piazza della Vittoria park rises the Palazzo dei Normanni and the street along the park leads in a bloc ...
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House Of Sclafani
Sclafani is an Italian noble family. Coat of arms The Sclafani coat of arms is divided in half and bears two cranes facing one another, inversely colored in Argent (silver) to signify peace, and Sable (black) to represent jewels, specifically diamond. An eagle is displayed with a Count's crown of Or (gold) signifying the family's noble heritage. Crane - Longevity, loyalty, vigilance. Eagle - One of noble nature, strength, bravery, and alertness; one who is high-spirited, ingenious, quick-witted, judicious, true magnanimity and strength of mind. Wings displayed signifies protection. History Giovanni Sclifano was given a castle, Castello Megerio, and its territory by King William I of Sicily to show his gratitude for having Giovanni's support in the conspiracy of Matthew Bonello. A son of Giovanni, Goffredo Sclifano, founded a monastery in Lentini around the year 1185. Matteo Sclafani, a powerful baron of the time who became the first Count of Adernò in 1303, during ...
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Sclafani Foods
Sclafani Foods is an importer of Italian specialty foods which includes flagship products such as extra virgin olive oil, pasta, San Marzano tomatoes, and vinegar. Based out of Norwalk, Connecticut, the Gus Sclafani Corporation distributes their products across the United States, primarily in the Northeast. Company history Founder Gus Sclafani introduced the Sclafani brand in 1911, which included a wide array of imported authentic Italian specialty food products. In December 2001 the editors of ''Food & Wine'' held a blind taste test of 18 brands and The Gus Sclafani Corporation's minestrone emerged as a favorite. In late 2008 the Gus Sclafani Corporation helps cement standards for olive oil. On November 5, Connecticut was the first state to adopt regulations to establish a standard of identity for olive oil products sold in the state. In October 2010 The Gus Sclafani Corporation's tomatoes were selected as a Chef Pick for Essential Italian Ingredients in ''Food & Wine ...
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Sclafani (surname)
Sclafani is a surname. The surname "Sclafani" is derived from the Greek "Aesculapii fanum," meaning "Sacred to the god Aesculapius," the Roman god of medicine, implying the Sclafani family has been gifted in the field of medicine and healing since the name's origin. Further, ancient thermal healing baths were created and still stand today in a city founded by the family, Sclafani Bagni. The Greek version of the surname Sclafani, "Sclavounos", can be located in the "Dictionnaire Historique et Généalogique des Grandes Familles de Grèce", a book which contains information about Greek nobility. The exact surname "Sclafani" can be found in the "Dizionario Storico Blasonico", an armorial of noble Italian family lineages. Notable people with the surname include: * Augustus Sclafani (died 1986), New York mobster associate with the Gambino crime family * Anthony DeSclafani (born 1990), American professional baseball pitcher * Anthony Sclafani (born 1944), American neuroscientist ...
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Sclafani Bagni
Sclafani Bagni ( Sicilian: ''Sclàfani Bagni'') is a ''comune'' (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Palermo in the Italian region Sicily, located about southeast of Palermo. Geography Sclafani Bagni borders the following municipalities: Alia, Aliminusa, Caccamo, Caltavuturo, Castronovo di Sicilia, Cerda, Montemaggiore Belsito, Polizzi Generosa, Scillato, Valledolmo, Vallelunga Pratameno Vallelunga Pratameno ( Sicilian: ''Vaddilonga'') is a ''comune'' (municipality) in the Province of Caltanissetta in the Italian region Sicily, located about southeast of Palermo and about northwest of Caltanissetta. Vallelunga Pratameno borde .... Main sights *Mother Church of ''Santa Maria Assunta''. Of medieval origins, it was renewed in the 14th and 17th century. It houses paintings from the 16th and 17th centuries. *Churches of St. Philip and St. James, both first mentioned in 1573. *Remains of the medieval castle. References External links Official website Municipalit ...
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Chiusa Sclafani
Chiusa Sclafani is a ''comune'' (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Palermo in the Italian region Sicily, located about south of Palermo. Chiusa Sclafani borders the following municipalities: Bisacquino, Burgio, Caltabellotta, Corleone, Giuliana, Palazzo Adriano. Twin cities * Chiclana de Segura, Spain * Montanaro Montanaro is a ''comune'' (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Turin in the Italian region Piedmont, located about 20 km northeast of Turin. Montanaro borders on the following municipalities: Caluso, Foglizzo, San Benigno Canavese, ..., Italy References Municipalities of the Metropolitan City of Palermo {{Sicily-geo-stub ...
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