Richard Martin
Richard is the co-founder, managing editor and publisher of Appetito. He is also co-author of the book series Preserved, former U.S. editor of La Cucina Italiana, and former editor-in-chief of the website Food Republic and the magazines Manhattan, Miami, and Complex.
How to Make Pizza Rosso From RPM Italian DC
Chef Massimo Vicidomini shares the recipe for pizza rosso, a fixture on the happy hour menu at the popular Washington DC restaurant RPM Italian.
Michael Fiorelli to Launch Fiorelli Pizza in Los Angeles in March
The Los Angeles chef has traded in buzzy big-budget restaurants for a simple yet effective concept, putting a mobile pizza rig in a Venice urban farm space.
Amanda Freitag Wants to Make Cooking and Cocktails Easier
The celebrity chef from many Food Network shows has launched a line of bottled cocktails and spice blends including a Negroni and a Jersey Italian spice mix, which she discusses in this Appetito interview.
Tony’s Di Napoli, NYC’s Italian-American Restaurant Juggernaut
Inside the big, booming Italian-American stand-out that’s a favorite of theatergoers, locals, and tourists drawn to family-style plates of parm, pastas, and more. Stuart Wetanson shares the fourth generation, family-run business’s story—and its secrets.
Aventino and AP Pizza Shop Open in Bethesda, MD
The two new Washington DC-area spots from Mike Friedman showcase traditional Roman cuisine, New York-style pizza, Italian-American antipasti, and so much more.
How Fiola Miami Became a Hub For Exclusive Wine and Food Events
Fiola Miami founder Thomas Angelo and his team bring Italian legends in wine and food to Coral Gables, hosting high-end dinners with the likes of Gaja, Antinori, and more.
11 Great Burgers at NYC Italian Restaurants
Chefs at Italian restaurants are applying their techniques and fine ingredients to create some of the most elegant burgers in NYC.
Italian Food Company is a Little Italy for the Florida Keys
A South Florida couple with ties to Italy started building the Italian Food Company on a whim. A few years later, they have three locations, a loyal following, Italian chefs and pizza makers, and a new concept slated for spring.
Eat For Good Dinner Series and More NYC Italian Food News
Nancy Silverton comes east to cook with Hilary Sterling at Ci Siamo, Andrew Cotto talks Italian food influences, and new Italian spots to know in Brooklyn.
10 Italian Food and Drink Trends for 2024
Here are the most exciting and interesting trends we forecast featuring Italian food and drink in the new year.