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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.

Dave Portnoy Is Launching His One Bite Pizza Festival in New York City

The founder of Barstool Sports is throwing a pizza party in Coney Island for 5,000 of his closest friends.

August 1, 2023

Appetito Review: Birrittella’s Pizza Dough

A New York vicinity bakery established in 1910 by an Italian immigrant now offers pizza dough for home delivery or retail purchase in over 1,000 stores.

July 31, 2023

Panzanella Salad with a Twist

Panzanella salad inspiration strikes our Editor-in-Chief thanks to a recent recipe featuring roasted tomatoes and Burrata.

July 27, 2023

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

A Roasted Tomatoes and Burrata Recipe Inspired by a Chef and Olive Oil Collaboration

Acclaimed Boston Chef Karen Akunowicz has teamed up with Siciliy's Bona Furtuna for a signature olive oil perfect for recipes like the one shared with Appetito for roasted tomatoes and burrata with chili.

July 17, 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