Features
Meet the Pasta Maker Feeding her Community Through Crisis
Leah Ferrazzani, owner of Ferrazzani’s Pasta & Market, on choosing connection over corporate growth and feeding Altadena after a wildfire.
The Italian Saying That Celebrates Leftovers
In Italy, some dishes are expected to improve simply by waiting.
How to Add Pizza to Your FIFA World Cup Experience in New York
With the FIFA World Cup in town, Appetito recommends these five pizzerias for hungry soccer fans who crave authenticity.
Euphoria and Incanto: Two Taormina Restaurants Worth the View
The Quartucci family has transformed two of Taormina's most sought-after dining destinations into celebrations of Sicily's flavors, landscapes, and traditions.
The Shift of Fine Dining on Lake Garda: Two Takes from Two Shores
What happens when fine dining stops trying so hard? Two Lake Garda chefs offer a glimpse into the future of luxury hospitality.
Regional Italian: Back to Sicily with Victoria Granof
Behind a simple cookie made with wine and wild fennel lies a story of migration, memory, and one woman's lifelong search for Sicily.
Elia Pellegrini on the Future of Aia Vecchia in Tuscany
A fourth-generation family member reflects on soccer, succession, and the first new wine releases from Aia Vecchia in more than 20 years.
Pici, Passion, and the Power of Reinvention in Florence
A spontaneous lunch invitation in Florence led to handmade pici, new friendships, and a reminder that life's biggest transformations often begin around the table.
Why Refusing a Drink Looks Suspicious in Italian Culture
In Italian proverbial culture, refusing a shared glass may look less like moderation than a sign of reluctance.
Caffé Leccese is Italy’s Most Underrated Espresso Drink
Caffé leccese, made with a homemade "almond milk" and espresso, may be your next iced latte infatuation this summer.
