Rob LeDonne

Betting on Italian Food in Central New York
A weekend getaway reveals a distinctive take on Italian dining.
The Italian Summer Food and Drink Gift Guide
Bring a little dolce vita to every summer gathering with these Italian-inspired finds.
Inside Sammontana’s Forte dei Marmi Beach Party
One unforgettable night captured everything people love about summer in Italy.
Beaches and Bucatini: Devouring Aruba’s Italian Food
Appetito's wandering contributor, Rob LeDonne, goes searching for Italian food on the Dutch island of Aruba.
Old School and Modern: Eating Italian in Los Angeles
A historic Beverly Hills red sauce institution with Sinatra-era roots offers a rare glimpse into old school Italian dining in Los Angeles, balanced by the city’s modern Italian evolution.
More Eating & Drinking in Milan During the 2026 Winter Olympics
Back on the ground in Milan, Appetito contributor Rob LeDonne continues his first-person look at where to eat and drink during the Olympic Games 2026.
Eating and Drinking in Milan During the 2026 Winter Olympics
On the ground in Milan, Appetito contributor Rob LeDonne shares a first-person look at what and where to eat during the Winter Olympics.
Frank Sinatra’s 110th Birthday at Patsy’s Italian Restaurant
A Midtown Manhattan institution marks a milestone birthday for one of its most devoted regulars.
Season’s Drinkings Gift Guide: Italian-Style!
The Italian drinks that turn any holiday moment into a celebration.
A Sunday Dinner Gift Guide for Italian Food Lovers
From pantry treasures to indulgent treats, these Italian picks celebrate the magic of Sunday dinner.









