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Salvatore Ferragamo on His Family’s Wine & Hospitality Interests

The grandson and namesake of the Italian fashion icon talks with Appetito about his family's wines and luxury resorts.

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Baked, Fried, or Simmered Raw: Which Meatball Is Best?

Vinny DelGiudice of Always from Scratch tested baked, fried, and simmered raw meatballs to see which method creates the best flavor and texture. His results show that sometimes the best choice is simply the one that brings everyone to the table.

From Lagoon to Lunch: A Blue Crab Salad Born in Burano

A fresh blue crab salad from Burano made with tomatoes, olive oil, and local crab - how fishermen turned an invasion into a summer recipe.

Turin: An Essential Guide for Coffee & Chocolate Lovers

Appetito has provided an essential guide to acclaimed coffee houses and chocolatiers in the lovely Piemonte city of Turin.

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

When Risotto Met Shrimp & Grits in the South Carolina Lowcountry

This coastal South Carolina twist on risotto marries northern Italian tradition with Lowcountry innovation.

Biancomangiare: The Ultimate Sicilian Summer Dessert

Discover Biancomangiare, a refreshing, silky Sicilian summer dessert that is gluten free, vegan and requires no baking.

How to Make the Summer Vegetable Stew of Giambotta

Discover this versatile summer vegetable stew that originated in southern Italy and pulls from whatever is growing nearby.

News

Settepani Harlem Celebrates 25 Years of Italian Culinary Tradition

Settepani marked 25 years in Harlem with a celebration that honored the bakery’s journey, its family roots, and the community that has supported them every step of the way.

Appetito’s Andrew Cotto Receives a 2025 Giambelli Culinary Award

The Italian Language Foundation's 2025 Giambelli Culinary Award winners included Appetito's co-founder Andrew Cotto

Sicilian Spirits and Tuscan Sweets Take Over Portrait Milano

Portrait Milano hosted Sicily's Morgana Cocktail Bar alongside a new Sammontana gelato kiosk bringing Tuscan sweetness to Milan all summer.

Una Pizza Napoletana Wins Top Pizza in USA Again

Una Pizza Napoletana has once again been crowned top pizzeria in America by 50 Top Pizza USA. Discover this year’s winners and pizza trends.

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Italian Travel Ideas

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.

Where to Find a Romantic Dinner in Florence

Our Florence-based contributor pairs with a local friend and wedding planner to offer tips on the most romantic places in the city.

What to Do and Where to Stay when Visiting Rome during the Jubilee

A former resident of Rome offers advice as how to best enjoy the Eternal City while visiting during Jubilee.

Making Pizza and Friends in the Amalfi Coast Village of Tramonti

Our contributor travels to Tramonti, a small village on the Amalfi Coast, in search of pizza and finds a beautiful community as well.

The Latest

L’Olivo Introduces Venetian Cicchetti Culture to Calgary

Giuseppe di Gennaro launches L’Olivo, a cicchetti restaurant and lounge redefining Italian dining in Calgary’s Inglewood.

Gene & Georgetti Meats Delivers Chicago’s Steaks

Gene & Georgetti celebrates 85 years as Chicago’s original Italian steakhouse by delivering its signature USDA Prime steaks and Tuscan-inspired flavors to homes nationwide.

Family Business: (A) Pizza Play, and a Cultural Revelation in New Haven

A family visit in Connecticut leads to a discovery of New Haven's Italian American cultural history with pizza as the portal.

Italian Language Foundation Announces Giambelli Culinary Award Winners

The Giambelli Culinary Awards were announced at a gala honoring outstanding individuals and businesses in the Italian culinary industry.

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