How Travel and Exploration Inspired Chef Jody Williams
The celebrated chef of many West Village hot spots shares the five dishes that inspired her career.
Featured
What Makes a Great Espresso
Our Italian wine expert, Gianluca Rottura, shares his espresso expertise and visits a famous roaster in Campania.
How the Pace Brothers, from the Band Blonde Redhead, Eat in America
The long-running NYC trio Blonde Redhead features twin brothers Amedeo and Simone Pace, Italians who are still adapting to American cuisine after several decades. The band’s new album, Sit Down For Dinner, comes out this week.
How Tony Park Created a Food Empire in America
A Korean from Sicily, Tony Park has built QB Hospitality into a group with eight food establishments in New York City. It is about to open many more.
A Nashville Chef Reinvents a Classic Italian Caprese Salad
Chef Joey Fecci was inspired while in Italy to put a twist on the iconic Caprese salad.
Recipes
A Spicy Pasta Recipe with Eggplant, Capers, and Mint
Chef and Author Viola Buitoni shares a piquant pasta recipe from her cookbook, Italy by Ingredient.
Pork Tenderloin with Figs and Balsamic Sauce
Appetito contributor Chef Deborah Dal Fovo shares her sweet and savory pork tenderloin recipe that celebrates the sweetness of September
Mortadella Chicken Meatballs
The owners of acclaimed NYC restaurant Don Angie share a recipe for mortadella chicken meatballs from their acclaimed 2021 cookbook.
Celebrating? Try a Birthday Cake Negroni!
A Negroni with sprinkles? Aviation American Gin proposes a colorful spin on the classic Italian gin cocktail. Just add candles.
News
What We Know About Amante 1530, The New Aperitivo Brand
A new Italian-produced amaro from a team including Sting and Trudie Styler, Amante 1530, brings new flavors to Aperitivo Hour.
LAVO Ristorante Announces New Chef in LA, Global Expansion
Sicilian native Luca Maita takes over as Executive Chef at the West Hollywood location, while a new restaurant opens in London, and more from the Tao Group’s LAVO brand.
Monte Carlo Hot Spot Rampoldi Opens in Manhattan
Rampoldi, the opulent Italian restaurant, debuts a new location in NYC’s Lincoln Square this week, a collaboration between MC Hospitality Group and chef Antonio Salvatore.
Behold the Cannoli Cruller from Daily Provisions in Brooklyn
Union Square Hospitality Group opens its fifth Daily Provisions shop and first in Brooklyn, appropriately launching with an Italian-themed treat.
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How Family and Home Inspired Chef Ben Kacmarcik
The Executive Chef of Fresco by Scotto in New York City, Ben Kacmarcik, shares how his love of cooking came from the nurturing of his family and the ingredients available in his hometown of Seattle.
The Familial Influences of Chef Michael Hanna
Chef Michael Hanna of St. Vito Focacceria shares the inspiration of his Italian roots in the American South.
The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2023 Includes 5 from Italy
Europe took 21 of the spots on the World’s 50 Best Hotels 2023 list, announced last night, with an Italian hotel taking the top spot.
Franco Pepe and Dan Richer Share Deep Pizza Thoughts
An exclusive sit-down with two of the world’s best pizza chefs: Franco Pepe from Caiazzo, Italy, and Dan Richer from Razza Pizza Artigianale in Jersey City.
Seaport Food Lab Announces November Pop-up in NYC
Italian chef Silvia Barban, along with Melissa King and Mei Lin, will cook at a three-night dining experience presented by Chase Sapphire at the Seaport.
