Features
Finding “Il Dolce Far Niente” Before the Holiday Rush
Italian-inspired rituals to bring more calm and intention into November.
Discovering Hidden Wine Gems and Winemakers in Central Italy
Our Editor-in-Chief takes a wine tour of his beloved central Italy and discovers hidden gems, new friends and some alpacas.
Meet the Magic Mind Behind Midnight Pasta
A Q&A with small business-owner, pasta-maker, and expert party-thrower, Natalia Lepore Hagan.
Dante Aperitivo Offers Elevated, Chic All Day Aperitivo Experience
The new West Village location from the celebrated Dante team blends Italian elegance with New York energy, serving caviar, cocktails, and charm all day long.
My Roman Story: Katie Parla on Rome’s Food and Spirit
Food writer Katie Parla reflects on how one trip to Rome grew into a decades-long exploration of its flavors and heart.
Mi Amo Amaro: The Soul of Italy in a Glass
Across Venice, Tuscany, and Sicily, a quest to understand amaro uncovers the history, craft, and heart of Italy’s bittersweet tradition.
Phil Rosenthal on Food, Family, and Feeling Lucky
The creator of Everybody Loves Raymond talks about food as love, the joy of family meals, and his latest cookbook, Phil’s Favorites.
A Peek Inside Italy’s Most Beautiful Village – Stories from Soave
In Soave, the rhythm of vineyard life meets centuries of winemaking tradition. From hilltop castles to Garganega tastings, this Veneto village lives beautifully, one glass at a time.
QC Spa NYC: An Italian Escape on Governors Island
Just a short ferry ride from Manhattan, QC Spa NYC offers an Italian-inspired wellness escape on Governors Island—where la dolce vita meets New York energy.
The Pasta Queen Is Ready for the Holidays
The Pasta Queen herself, Nadia Caterina Munno, talks with Appetito about her favorite Italian fall flavors, holiday cooking traditions, and the dishes she’ll be making this Thanksgiving and Christmas.









