Features
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.
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.
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.
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.
Italian Food Ingredients To Buy On Prime Day
Amazon’s Prime Days offer a great excuse to stock up on your Italian pantry.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.









