Skip to Content

Alex Guarnaschelli on Her New Cookbook, Italian American Forever

The Food Network star discusses her personal new book, which draws inspiration from her mother and father’s cooking, and from a recent era of New York City history.

Featured

Tuscany’s San Felice Has Celebrated Wines and a Luxury Resort

Our wine contributor tucks into two wines from San Felice, a celebrated Tuscan estate with a luxury hotel on the property.

Victoria Granof Dishes on Her New Cookbook: Sicily, My Sweet

Acclaimed food stylist and cookbook author Victoria Granof shares the inspiration for her new collection of Sicilian dessert recipes.

The Entreprenurial Spirit of Chef and Restaurateur Fabrizio Facchini

Our Editor-in-Chief caught up with restless restaurateur and chef Fabrizio Facchini to discuss his many endeavors.

An Annual Subscription to Appetito Gets You Organic EVOO & More!

Now, when you purchase an annual subscription to Appetito, you will receive a bottle of Bona Furtuna extra virgin olive oil from Sicily and other gifts. Subscribe to Appetito today!

Recipes

Italian Apple Bread is Perfect for Autumn

A family recipe for an Italian Apple Bread that makes the most of autumn's most perfect seasonal ingredient.

Victoria Granof’s Spiced Mosto Cotto Cookies, Spicchiteddi

Renowned cookbook author Victoria Granof shares her recipe for Spicchiteddi, a somewhat sweet, fragrant and spicy cookie from Sicily.

Butternut Squash & Sage Pasta

In this recipe from her new cookbook, Italian American Forever, Alex Guarnaschelli showcases a seasonal pasta dish ideal for fall and winter.

Cynar Spritz, an Italian Classic

A classic Italian amaro imparts an earthy flavor to this lively spritz. Here is the recipe, plus a quick history of Cynar.

News

Barilla Expands Line of Pesto Sauces for Fall

The Italian pasta brand is upping its jarred sauce game with new pesto-based flavored sauces, including a vegan version.

Renato Poliafito’s New Pasta Night is Now Open in Brooklyn

The pasta-focused Italian newcomer in Prospect Heights is across the street from the baker’s acclaimed Ciao, Gloria, and features a full menu and bar—and, of course, desserts.

Milton’s American Trattoria is Now Open in Houston

The new restaurant from Texas hospitality vets promises “elevated Italian-American” in the Rice Village area of Houston.

Pasta-Focused Otto & Pepe is Now Open in Miami’s Wynwood

The new restaurant bills itself as Miami’s first pasta bar and features a natural wine focus, plentiful outdoor space, and a menu from acclaimed Italian chef Viviana Varese.

Subscribe to our free newsletter

Get Appetito delivered to your inbox.

Appetito Travel

5 Must-Visit Historic Cafés and Bars in Italy

Looking to experience Italy’s famed coffee and aperitivo culture? Here are the places you need to target for your next trip to some of the country’s major destinations.

Appetito Travels: A 3-Day Trip to Newport, Rhode Island

The famed seaside resort offers beaches, innovative Italian cuisine, historical attractions, shopping, and a famous seaside trail dotted with gilded-age mansions.

Meet Liliana Mascolo of Family-Owned Hotel Poseidon in Positano

Our Editor-in-Chief interviews an owner of a family-run, luxury hotel in Positano that is among his favorite places in the world.

Where To Eat and What To Do in Como and Around Lake Como

Charming villages with excellent restaurants and sights surround Italy’s world-famous lake and the city that bears its name. Here’s how to experience all that Lake Como has to offer.

The Latest

ITA Airways Now Delivers a Chef-Driven Italian Menu in the Air

What to know about the gourmet selections available in business class on the way to Italy with ITA Airways.

Sunday Shop: A. Putnam, Lulus, Sushi by Scratch

Morgan Hines seeks out the best in not only food and drink but style, housewares, and more. Welcome to Appetito’s Sunday Shop!

Homemade Amaro

In an excerpt from their new book, Preserved Drinks, the authors offer a recipe for homemade amaro that requires some work and waiting time, but which has a huge payoff—and bragging rights.

Puglia-inspired Baby Bell Peppers From The Mediterranean Dish

This excerpt from The Mediterranean Dish: Simply Dinner showcases a simple vegetarian side (or main) that comes together in minutes.

See all posts