Morgan Hines

Morgan Hines is a New York City-based contributor for Appetito. She loves learning about and experiencing Italian cuisine and culture. Morgan is a full time reporter at PhocusWire and also contributes to Hotels Above Par, Women’s Wear Daily, Footwear News, etc. She was previously a full time reporter at USA TODAY and holds degrees from Columbia University and Georgetown University. Follow her on Instagram and TikTok at @MorganEmHines.

Features

How to Make Bella Luna’s Raspberry Chocolate Martini

Forget a dirty martini—we’re all in on this dessert martini made at Bella Luna, a New York City restaurant on the Upper West Side.

Morgan Hines

October 8, 2025

Recipes

Corn Agnolotti From NYC’s The Noortwyck

The Noortwyck’s Corn Agnolotti combines grilled corn, ricotta, parmesan, and summer truffle for a pasta that keeps a touch of summer on the table as fall begins.

Morgan Hines

October 6, 2025

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Shopping

Sunday Shop: Fall 2025 Wedding Guest Dresses I Can’t Stop Thinking About

Morgan Hines seeks out the best in not only food and drink but style, housewares, and more. Welcome to Appetito’s Sunday Shop!

Morgan Hines

October 5, 2025

News

Campari, Sarah Michelle Gellar’s ‘Stay Bitter’ Collection for Negroni Week

Campari teams up with actress Sarah Michelle Gellar to launch a limited “Stay Bitter” capsule collection during Negroni Week, blending fashion, cocktails, and charity.

Morgan Hines

September 24, 2025