The Italian Bingo Craze

Bingo is a popular game that is played by many people all over the world – in bingo halls and online.  The origins of bingo may date back to early 16th century Italy.  The Italian National Lottery featured a game called Gioco del Lotto d’Italia.  Now, bingo has grown to one of the most popular games in the world.  It is not just for little old ladies anymore, people of all ages and genders enjoy the game. 

Bingo Revolution

The popularity of bingo grew dramatically when online bingo sites were created.  These online bingo sites offer free and real money play, interaction and are full of entertainment.  Players have the opportunity to win big cash prizes while playing bingo from the comfort of their own home.  Players can find a variety of entertaining and themed bingo sites that offer great bonuses and promotions.  There are also many types of online bingo games available for play including the popular 75 and 90 ball bingo.  Players only need to sign up at an online bingo site and then sit back and enjoy the game anywhere with an internet connection. 

Italian-Themed Bingo

The St. Rocco Italian Fest will feature great Italian food and plenty of bingo for everyone to enjoy.  The St. Rocco Italian Fest takes place in Ishpeming at the Al Quaal Recreation Area.  Volunteers have helped set up tables and tents for the last 15 years but the festival has taken place for over 100 years.  Every year, the festival offers great Italian food, free pony rides for children and bingo.  Participants say that the Italian Fest is always fun and filled with plenty of bingo along with mostaccioli, meatballs and spaghetti.  The Potawatomi Bingo Casino is finally re-opening its Italian restaurant that has been closed since 2009.  The Wild Earth Cucina Italiana is expected to open at the beginning of September. 

There has been a change in menu and design of the restaurant.  Originally, the restaurant featured Wisconsin-style food and décor but it has now been renovated and redecorated to a cozy Italian restaurant.  Customers will find an open kitchen, stone pillar, a bar and a private dining room that holds 12 people.  The restaurant will have a completely new and unique feel that is much different from the original Wild Earth.  Customers are invited to preview dishes from the menu and enjoy a few games of bingo at the casino. 

The menu has been inspired by regional Italian style cooking as well as Italian-American cooking.  Some of the featured dishes include spaghetti with chicken, spaghetti and meatballs, mushrooms and asparagus sauce, pancetta, flatbread with shrimp and fresh mozzarella with arugula.  The bar will feature 40 Italian beers, cocktails and wines.  Customers are invited to play some bingo and visit the new restaurant which is open for dinner from Wednesday to Sunday.