Sarah Campise Hallier

Sarah Campise Hallier is the Associate Editor at Appetito Magazine. She is also a Board Member of Poggioreale in America Inc, a nonprofit committed to preserving the history and cultural heritage of Western Sicilians and their diaspora. Featured in Italy Magazine, The Local IT, la Repubblica, and We the Italians, Sarah enjoys covering everything from cultural identity to the evolving Italian-American food experience. A California girl at heart, when she’s not crafting stories, she’s chasing down the best food and drink on her travels and sharing them on @FoodiesfromCA. Check out some of Sarah’s stories here.
A Month of Italian Dining, New Orleans Style
From Magazine Street to the French Quarter, Italian restaurants are turning up the heat for COOLinary New Orleans 2025 with prix fixe menus all August long.
Bay Area Chefs Join Mr. Espresso for Summer Iced Coffee Series
Mr. Espresso’s Oakland café is spotlighting four inventive iced coffee drinks this summer, each created in partnership with a local chef and packed with global inspiration.
Italian Festivals Across America 2025: Coast to Coast Celebrations
Italian festivals across the U.S. return from August to October 2025, blending food, tradition, and community in cities from New York to San Francisco.
A Taste of the Amalfi Coast: Hotel Costiera Premieres This Fall
Hotel Costiera arrives September 24 on Prime Video, bringing suspense and style to the Amalfi Coast in a story shaped by loyalty, Italian views, and the everyday rituals of Italian hospitality.
Ospi Montecito Expands to The Post with an All-Day Italian Menu
With handmade pasta and wood-fired dishes, Ospi Montecito introduces a new all-day Italian concept to one of California’s most iconic coastal towns.
Top of the Ridge: Italian Charm in New Hampshire
A peaceful farmhouse in New Hampshire brings guests a flavorful taste of Italy, thanks to the warm hospitality and home-style cooking of Tatiana and Gino Michelizza.
Unwind at Vallata’s Aperitivo Hour in Union Square
Vallata’s aperitivo hour near Union Square features Italian cocktails, regional wines, and small bites made with fresh market ingredients.
Playing with Fire Returns to Peasant with New Guest Chef Lineup
Chef Marc Forgione’s Playing with Fire series returns to Peasant in NoHo with a new slate of collaborative dinners, featuring chefs Cosme Aguilar, Ayesha Nurdjaja, the Voltaggio brothers, and Eric Adjepong.
Bay Area Ferragosto at Johnny & Sanny’s in Mountain View
Johnny & Sanny’s brings Ferragosto to downtown Mountain View with lobster pasta, patio music, and festive summer energy.
The Sicilian Butcher Opens in North Dallas
The Sicilian Butcher opens its second Texas location in North Dallas this August with signature meatballs, handmade pastas, and a build-your-own cannoli bar. A portion of opening day sales will benefit Feed the Children.