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Regional Italian Desserts and Where to Get Them in NYC

Our correspondent and pastry chef shares a tour of regional Italian desserts and where to find them in New York City.

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Where to Eat Italian During NYC Restaurant Week

Restaurant Week in NYC is back for its winter 2024 edition. The popular program with discounted prix-fixe menus at many restaurants around the city continues to grow, and is now much longer than a week. Here are the Italian restaurants to try from Winter 2024 Restaurant Week in NYC.

The Italian Aperitivo Explained as Three Things at Once

Our Italian spirits expert does a deep dive into the many aspects of the wildly popular aperitivo including its history and myriad meanings.

6 Must-Try Gelato Flavors at Qui Si Gode in Ascoli Piceno

Our contributor recommends six gelato flavors at Qui Si Gode in Le Marche's provincial capital of Ascoli Piceno.

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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

Grilled Spicy Swordfish Caponata as a Nod to Sicily

Our contributor taps her Italian roots to create a recipe where grilled swordfish is topped with a spicy caponata.

How to Use Summer Clams to Make Linguini alle Vongole

Our contributor shares a recipe for a quintessential Italian pasta for summer featuring clams fresh from the sea.

The Casa Julian: A Mexican-Italian Cocktail to Beat the Heat

Chef/owner Julian Media shares a cocktail recipe from his first Italian restaurant, Amarena, in Manhattan.

Love Limoncello and Gin? Try the Lemon Spritz This Summer

This satisfying summer spritz combines Empress 1908 Cucumber Lemon Gin, limoncello, and sparkling wine for maximum refreshment.

News

A Supplì Guest Chef Series, Eataly’s Disco, and More NYC Italian Food News

Forsythia hosts a guest chef series based around the Roman specialty suppli, Eataly throws a disco party, plus news about dining pop-ups and more.

Felice Brickell Opens This Week in Miami

The fast-spreading Felice brand from SA Hospitality brings a Tuscan-themed flagship to Miami’s bustling Brickell neighborhood.

Appetito’s Favorite Italian Spots on NBC’s “New York Live”

Watch Appetito's EIC, Andrew Cotto, on New York Live sharing a few of his favorite authentic Italian places in NYC.

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Sweet Treats

8 Great Places to Get Gelato in NYC This Summer

Try Italy’s coolest export at these gelaterias around New York City, from storied Italian brands to cool indie shops and pop-ups.

Your Guide to Gelato in Florence

Appetito's Florence contributor, Toni Mazzaglia, compiles a list of recommended gelaterie and flavors in Florence based on her 15 years of experience as a food tour operator.

Gluten-Free Cannoli Brownie Bites

Finding tasty gluten-free desserts can be challenging, but that’s about to change. Make these cannoli brownies from Lindsay Grimes’ groundbreaking new cookbook Something Sweet for an Italian-influenced gluten-free treat.

The Latest

Q&A: Rebecca Bush on Why She Took Rebecca Elizabeth to Italy

The creator of the in-demand Rebecca Elizabeth brand talks about her dresses, moving production to Italy, and more.

Brooklyn’s Williamsburg Needed an Italian Savior: Enter Bar Madonna

Our contributor revels in the new Italian addition of Bar Madonna to the dining scene in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

How to Embrace the Summer Holiday Like an Italian

Our Health & Wellness expert offers tips on enjoying the summer holiday like an Italian even if you can't take off all of August.

Sunday Shop: Gina DeSantis, Madewell, Wildflower

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

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