Jamie Spinato

Jamie Spinato is an Italian-American writer and food storyteller currently writing her debut magical realism novel, Penny’s From Heaven. Her work explores the connections between food, memory, love, and the stories we create around everyday life. Through her recipes, essays, and newsletter, The Sunday Sauce, she shares Italian-inspired food and personal stories rooted in nostalgia, creativity, and the pursuit of la dolce vita—one page and one plate at a time.
Follow her on both Instagram and TikTok @jamiespinato.
Beyond Pumpkin Spice: Three Italian Recipes for Autumn
A fall trip through Italy inspires recipes to bring the season home.
Fall Harvest Salad With Tuscan Kale and Butternut Squash
Serve this colorful seasonal side alongside pasta or make it a light lunch on its own.
Dinner for One Deserves Pumpkin Vodka Pasta
A meal for yourself can be made with the same care as one shared with company.
Finding La Dolce Vita in New Jersey
How a trip to Italy made me realize it was never about the destination.





