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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.

An Ode to My Mother and Her Recipe for Chicken Cotto

Our Editor-in-Chief shares a recipe from his mother and pays tribute to her for instilling a love of food in him.

May 9, 2024

Old Fashion Cafe Brings Modern Italian Cocktail Culture to NYC

Appetito introduces brothers from Puglia, master mixologists and bar owners, who have brough Italian cocktail culture to NYC.

May 1, 2024

Appetito Interviews the Incomparable Rachael Ray

Our Editor-in-Chief has a candid conversation with Rachael Ray on her new cooking show and a whole lot more.

April 30, 2024

Appetito Review: Imarku 16-Piece Knife Set

Our Editor-in-Chief reviews the Imarku 16-Piece Knife Set and finds them as exceptional as they are affordable.

April 19, 2024

How the Talented Italian Alessandra Mai Vinh Eats in America

Verona-born model/dancer/choreographer, Alessandra Mai Vinh, shares with Appetito her experiences with food as an Italian in America.

April 9, 2024

A Stuffed Leg of Lamb Will Add Flavor to Your Easter

Here's the Easter recipe for stuffed leg of lamb that our Editor-in-Chief prepared for his appearance on New York Living.

March 22, 2024

Shrimp Oreganata That Would Make Bubba’s List in Forrest Gump

This recipe for shrimp oreganata turns the butterflied shrimp into a sort of cutlet, then tops it off with a white wine butter sauce.

March 15, 2024

How Family, Marriage, and a Celebrity Inspired Chef Anthony Scotto

Anthony Scotto, Owner and Executive Chef of two Nashville restaurants, shares his culinary inspirations born in New York City.

February 27, 2024

Eating with Danilo Gallinari: An Italian Basketball Player in America

Appetito chats with Danilo Gallinari, a veteran NBA player from Italy, about his experiences with food in America.

February 21, 2024