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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.

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.

June 30, 2025

Some Travel Tips for Your Upcoming Trip to Italy

A frequent traveler to Italy, our Editor-in-Chief offers some simple suggestions on how to make the most of a visit to Il Bel Paese.

June 6, 2025

Appetito’s Editor-in-Chief Shares His Easter Menu on Good Day New York

Appetito's Editor-in-Chief Andrew Cotto appeared on Fox5's Good Day New York to share his Roman Easter menu.

April 17, 2025

A Reflection on Appetito at 1,000 Published Articles

Appetito's Co-founder and Editor-in-Chief reflects on the milestone of 1,000 articles publishes about Italian food, drink & lifestyle.

April 7, 2025

How to Feed Your Beast with Baked Ziti

Our Editor-in-Chief shares a recipe for Baked Ziti prepared to feed his rapidly growing son who eats like a beast.

March 27, 2025

Pasta alla Gricia Is an Often-Overlooked Roman Staple

This variation of the Roman classic, Pasta alla Gricia, touches on aspects of the better-known staples of the Eternal City.

March 24, 2025

Anna Francese Gass on Her New Show “Instant Italian”

Our Editor-in-Chief talks with Italian culinary star Anna Francese Gass about her new cooking show, Instant Italian, produced by Rachael Ray.

March 6, 2025

How an American Fries Sand Smelt in the Venetian Lagoon

This recipe for Fried Sand Smelt comes from a remarkable American woman who adopted the Venetian Lagoon and learned how to fish its waters.

March 5, 2025

The Simple Perfection of Pasta Aglio e Olio

Our Editor-in-Chief offers a recipe for Pasta Aglio e Olio on the podcast "Beyond The Burner" championing the simplicity of Italian cuisine.

February 28, 2025