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Matthew Cutolo

Chef Matthew Cutolo with his lasagna on the set of Good Day New York.
Chef Matthew Cutolo is the Chef at Gargiulo’s Restaurant in Coney Island, Brooklyn. As a third-generation Italian-American chef, Chef Cutolo carries on the legacy of Gargiulo’s century-old cannoli recipe and is a passionate advocate for preserving Neapolitan and Sorrentine culinary traditions. Chef Cutolo’s expertise spans a range of classic Italian dishes, including Penne Pasqualina, Zeppole di San Giuseppe, and a unique Pizza Rustica. He is known for maintaining “Old School” Italian recipes and traditions, often learned through hands-on experience rather than written instructions.
Recipes

Olympic-Inspired Ossobuco alla Milanese by Chef Matthew Cutolo

Chef Matthew Cutolo’s ossobuco celebrates Northern Italy as the Olympics shine a light on Milano and its classic cuisine.

February 20, 2026
Features

How Chef Matthew Cutolo of Gargiulo’s Spends His Day Off

Chef Matthew Cutolo of the legendary Brooklyn Italian restaurant, Gargiulo's, shares how he spends his day off.

April 28, 2025
Recipes

How to Make the Italian American Classic of Penne alla Vodka

The Classic Italian American series with Chef Matthew Cutolo of legendary Brooklyn restaurant Gargiulo's continues with Penne alla Vodka.

February 13, 2025
Recipes

How to Make Restaurant-Quality Fried Calamari at Home

The Classic Italian American series with Chef Matthew Cutolo of legendary Brooklyn restaurant Gargiulo's continues with Fried Calamari.

February 6, 2025
Recipes

Italian American Classics, Part II: Stuffed Shells

The Classic Italian American series with Chef Matthew Cutolo of legendary Brooklyn restaurant Gargiulo's continues with Stuffed Shells.

January 30, 2025
Recipes

Italian American Classics, Part I: Chicken Piccata

The first recipe in a five-part series with an acclaimed Brooklyn chef features the silky, zesty classic of chicken piccata.

January 23, 2025