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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. 

How to Make an Aperol Spritz

The iconic Aperol Spritz is refreshing, easy to make, and a "perfectly balanced" drink. Here, a brand representative shares its history and explains the technique for how to make it.

October 24, 2023

Cacio e Pepe Lasagna: A Via Carota Classic

The famed 10-layer cacio e pepe lasagna from Rita Sodi and Jody Williams of I Sodi and Via Carota, the perpetually in-demand Italian restaurants in NYC’s West Village.

October 11, 2023

Celebrating? Try a Birthday Cake Negroni!

A Negroni with sprinkles? Aviation American Gin proposes a colorful spin on the classic Italian gin cocktail. Just add candles.

September 13, 2023

The U.S. Open Gets an Italian Twist with Aperol Partnership

As further proof that Americans are having a love affair with Italian spritzes, the U.S. Open kicks off today with its newest sponsor, Aperol.

August 28, 2023

Making Pasta from Scratch: Five Tips from a Food Network Star

Chef and Food Network star Antonia Lofaso shares five tips for pasta making at home.

August 7, 2023

Where to Eat Italian During NYC Restaurant Week

Restaurant Week in NYC is back for its winter 2024 edition. The popular program with discounted prix-fixe menus at many restaurants around the city continues to grow, and is now much longer than a week. Here are the Italian restaurants to try from Winter 2024 Restaurant Week in NYC.

The Essential Italian Spices & Herbs for Your Pantry

Hadar Cohen Aviram, Executive Chef at McCormick, shares her must-have spices and dried herbs for Italian cooking and insights on what they can do for your cooking.

July 21, 2023

The Gluten-Free Pantry of a Famed Italian Chef

Chef Michele Casadei Massari shares his gluten-free must-haves in both his and your Italian kitchen.

July 12, 2023

How Chef Joe Isidori Ratchets up His Rigatoni alla Vodka

Appetito's contributor Morgan Hines can't forget the signature dish at NYC hotspot Arthur & Sons, so she gets the inside scoop and recipe from owner/chef Joe Isidori.

July 5, 2023