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To the Mountaintop in Sicily for Cannoli (and how to make them at home)

Appetito's resident baker and Italian travel enthusiast, Bilena Settepani, went with her father to the top of a mountain in Sicily for legendary cannoli. She tells the story and shares the recipe that her family uses back at home.

July 13, 2023

The Brooklyn Roots that Inspired Chef Thomas Joseph Perone

The acclaimed chef/owner of Brooklyn's hottest Italian restaurant remembers the five dishes that spawned his career.

July 13, 2023

With Mother Pizzeria, Kevin O’Donnell Brings Exciting New Pizza To Newport, Rhode Island

The chef-restaurateur from three-year-old Giusto opens a new pizzeria today with sourdough pies and Roman-style pizza.

July 12, 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

Italian Food Ingredients To Buy On Prime Day

Amazon’s Prime Days offer a great excuse to stock up on your Italian pantry.

July 11, 2023

Appliances, Cookware, And Kitchen Tools To Buy On Prime Day

Amazon’s Prime Days are here, with deals on big-ticket items and helpful items to make cooking and entertaining more enjoyable.

July 11, 2023

Sagras are Your Ticket to a Memorable Italian Experience

Appetito's Toni Mazzaglia shares the skinny on Italian food festivals held annually in villages throughout the country.

July 7, 2023

8 Great Places to Get Gelato in NYC This Summer

Try Italy’s coolest export at these gelaterias around New York City, from storied Italian brands to cool indie shops and pop-ups.

June 22, 2023

Why Mr. Beef Isn’t Taking Advantage of Its Connections to Hit Show ‘The Bear’

As season 2 of the hit show The Bear premieres, the owner of the Chicago Italian beef sandwich shop that inspired it discusses how the series' success has impacted his family business.

June 21, 2023

10 Insider Tips to Make the Best Meatballs

We asked 10 chefs and Italian food experts for their recommendations to make delicious, flavorful, well-structured meatballs. Here’s what they shared.

June 15, 2023