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Andrew Cotto

I am the co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of Appetito magazine. I like Italian food & drink, a lot. I am also an award-winning novelist and a regular contributor to the New York Times. More about my work can be found at Home – Andrew Cotto.

My Mother’s Secret Martini Recipe

Our Editor-in-Chief, Andrew Cotto, takes over the aperitivo hour to share both his mother's martini recipe and a salute to Tony Bennett.

July 22, 2023

Roasted Beets With Soft Cheese—For Your Health!

Our Editor-in-Chief shares his favorite way to enjoy beets, one of the most super of super foods.

July 18, 2023

The Brooklyn Roots that Inspired Chef Thomas Joseph Perone

The acclaimed chef/owner of Brooklyn's hottest Italian restaurant remembers the five dishes that spawned his career.

July 13, 2023

Appetito Review: Hexclad’s Hybrid Deep Sauté Pan/Chicken Fryer with Lid

A beast of a cookware device, Hexclad's Hybrid Deep Sauté Pan/Chicken Fryer does a lot of work in the kitchen and does it well.

July 10, 2023

Chicken Swimming in Lemon & Garlic

A variation on the famous dish from Rao's in New York City that adds pucker and punch from extra lemon and garlic.

July 6, 2023

Five Things I Learned over Three Meals in Two Days with Massimo Bottura

Appetito's Editor-in-Chief, Andrew Cotto, recalls his serendipitous experience in the restaurants of Massimo Bottura.

June 26, 2023

Appetito Review: Flour + Water Pasta

Our Editor-in-Chief, Andrew Cotto, took a deep dive into an artisinal pasta from the famed San Francisco eatery, Flour + Water.

June 26, 2023

When Pasta Met Chickpeas

Pasta con Ceci is a beautiful marriage of pantry staples that should be a staple of any meatless Mondays or any other day ending in "Y."

June 23, 2023

Celebrate National Limoncello Day with This Cocktail

Legendary St. Louis restaurant Casa Don Alfonso shares a recipe for their Alto di Limoncello, a perfect way to elevate National Limoncello Day.

June 22, 2023