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Coco Caffè is the Frozen Espresso Cocktail of the Summer
Skip the coffee shop and blend up this easy frozen treat at home.
Sipping and Sunning: Mana Breeze Italicus-Infused Cocktail
This seasonal cocktail from El Ta'Koy pairs juicy watermelon and mezcal with Italicus for a refreshing summer sip.
The New York Cocktail Company Is Launching A Vesper Martini
The New York Cocktail Club has collaborated on a new bottled martini with famed NYC mixologist Takuma Watanabe.
Try This Lemon Risotto and Cocktail from Grand Hotel La Favorita
There's no better way to celebrate National Lemon Day than with recipes inspired by Italy's legendary Sorrento lemons.
How to Make Westlight’s NA “Champagne’ Cocktail”
The drink is Westlight's "favorite nonalcoholic sparkler by a landslide."
Miami’s ViceVersa’s New Futurist Cocktails + Recipe
ViceVersa unveils a new cocktail experience shaped by artistry, emotion, and a touch of the unexpected.
Add Style to the Menu with this ‘Devil Wears Prada’-Inspired Crimson Silk Cocktail
For those looking to bring a bit of “Runway”-level glamour to their own bar cart, Riunite shares its Crimson Silk recipe with Appetito.
Après Italiano Cocktail Recipe with Holiday Vodka at Pearl Box NYC
A refreshing après-ski cocktail from Holiday Vodka and Pearl Box brings citrus, spice and subtle bitterness into an easy, at-home sip.
How Illy Espresso Became the Secret Behind the Classic Espresso Martini
From its origins in 1980s London to today’s cocktail menus around the world, the espresso martini owes much of its success to the quality of the espresso at its core.
Dante’s “Like a Rolling Stone” Oscars Cocktail
The NYC cocktail destination has created an 'A Complete Uknown' whiskey cocktail as a tie-in with the Timothée Chalamet film about Bob Dylan in the West Village.
Sunday Shop: TilePix, Via Carota Craft Cocktails, Romeo’s
Morgan Hines seeks out the best in not only food and drink but style, housewares, and more. Welcome to Appetito’s Sunday Shop!
A Late Winter Dessert Sip: The Hazelnut Espresso Martini
This cozy cocktail blends espresso and toasted hazelnut with honeyed vanilla vodka for a rich finish to the colder months.
The Negroni Sbagliato Is the “Mistake” You Want to Make
Our Editor-in-Chief shares the origins of the Negroni Sbagliato and his favorite way to enjoy this "mistaken" cocktail.
Italian Aperitif Week Turns New York Into One Big Happy Hour
A citywide celebration of Italy's favorite pre-dinner tradition is back, with exclusive cocktails and plenty of reasons to raise a glass.
How to Make the Mancini Spritz
Whether you're hosting friends or unwinding after a long day, this Italian-inspired cocktail brings a touch of aperitivo culture to any occasion.
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.
Appetito’s Collection of Seasonal Sips, Sweets, and Stories
Seasonal Italian recipes, cocktails, stories, and inspirations from the Appetito archives.
The Pale Rosé Spritz is a Summer-Forward, Showstopping Sip
This easy rosé cocktail blends fresh citrus, Aperol and raspberries into a refreshing drink made for summer gatherings.
How to Make The Flatiron Room’s Pizza Martini
The Flatiron Room in New York City shared its Pizza Martini recipe with Appetito that combines two classics in one cocktail.
Jonathan Bailey is the New Face of MARTINI’s Summer Campaign
The actor brings his signature charm to a campaign inspired by Italian style, summer gatherings and the growing popularity of the spritz.
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.
How to Make NOLET’s Strawberry Negroni Spritz
NOLET Gin has shared an ideal summer spritz recipe that includes strawberry infusion and aspects of the classic negroni.
Table Ten at TUCCI for a Nostalgic Negroni
Max Tucci reflects on his father's love a Negroni in this nostalgia inspired tribute that includes a family recipe.
Dante Aperitivo’s Strawberry & Tomato Offers Spring Americano Twist
At Dante NYC, the Strawberry & Tomato cocktail reworks the classic Americano with a savory, seasonal approach perfect for spring and summer drinking.
The Rhymers’ Club Coole Swan Cocktail
From one of NYC’s newest cocktail destination, this Moscow Mule variation is a swan song of summer sips.
How Aperitivo Culture is Taking Over America’s Coolest Neighborhoods
From New York to Miami and now Los Angeles, Campari Spritz Square is introducing the ritual of aperitivo to a new generation across America’s most creative neighborhoods.
Provare Chicago: Italian Creole Restaurant in West Town
Provare in Chicago blends Italian technique with Creole flavor to create a menu that feels unexpected.
Campari, Sarah Michelle Gellar’s ‘Stay Bitter’ Collection for Negroni Week
Campari teams up with actress Sarah Michelle Gellar to launch a limited “Stay Bitter” capsule collection during Negroni Week, blending fashion, cocktails, and charity.
From Amalfi to Charleston: Allora’s Coastal Italian Story
Allora opens in Charleston this fall with handmade pasta, rooftop spritzes, and a streetside gelato window inspired by coastal Italy.
Upgrade Valentine’s Day With A Velvet White Espresso Martini
A creamy, coffee-rich cocktail that brings a softer side of romance to Valentine’s Day.
Sicilian Spirits and Tuscan Sweets Take Over Portrait Milano
Portrait Milano hosted Sicily's Morgana Cocktail Bar alongside a new Sammontana gelato kiosk bringing Tuscan sweetness to Milan all summer.
The Bicicletta Cocktail, a Milanese Classic
In an excerpt from her book, Stuzzichini, Stef Ferrari revisits a beloved spritz from Milan made with Campari, white wine, and soda.
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.
Try Making Dante’s Fall 24 Whiskey Cocktail at Home
The revered New York City restaurant and bar takes inspiration from a seasonal classic, poached pears in red wine, for a warming cocktail.
Why You Should Be Drinking Non-Alcoholic Italian Spritzes
These zero-proof Italian spritzes provide a worthy alternative to cocktails and high-calorie sodas, making it easy to cut down on alcohol consumption.
From Florence to Sardinia: The Negroni With a Mirto Twist
One small twist gives Italy's most iconic cocktail a taste of Sardinia.
Sgroppino Angeleno is the End-of-Summer Italian Dessert Cocktail
The cocktail from Francis Ford Coppola Winery balances sweetness with acidity for a tasty transition from summer to fall.
Shared with heART: Valentine’s Month at Mozzarella & Vino
The Midtown Italian restaurant presents a month-long exhibition by Benito Macerata and a special wine and dining event in celebration of Valentine’s month.
How To Make illy’s Cold Brew Negroni
Italian coffee brand illy shared its Cold Brew Negroni recipe which makes for a light and refreshing aperitivo.
Pasta & Juliet Opens in Miami’s Brickell Neighborhood
Pasta & Juliet brings a new Italian-Mediterranean dining option to the Miami area, with housemade pasta, fresh cheeses, cocktails, and a speakeasy-style bar.
A Texas Twist on the White Negroni
Waterloo Gin’s Prickly Pear and Rose brings the Hill Country into the glass with a colorful twist on the White Negroni.
Fabbri 1905, Toscana Tourism & All About Italy Bring Aperitif to NYC
Ten NYC restaurants celebrate Italian Aperitif Week with custom cocktails and Tuscan pairings, thanks to Fabbri 1905, All About Italy, and Toscana Tourism.
How a Legendary Florence Cocktail Bar Uses Carandini Vinegar
A recipe created at decorated Florence cocktail bar, Locale, made with vinegars from legacy producer Carandini.
How To Make a Margarita with Bergamotto Flavored Italicus
Here's a refreshingly spring take on the classic Margarita that uses the bergamotto infused Italian spirit, Italicus.
How to Make a Cucumber Mezcal Spritz
This cucumber mezcal spritz, bright and botanical with a citrusy twist, may be the most refreshing drink of the summer.
Dēliz is Now Open in Chicago’s Bucktown
The new Bucktown restaurant focuses on wood fired steaks, seafood, and housemade pasta.
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota Offers Luxury Florida Escape
Room insights, property highlights, and what to know before planning your stay.
Paper Plane Cocktail
Try this take on a whiskey sour with bitterness courtesy of the Italian amaro Nonino, with hits of citrus from Aperol and lemon juice, a recipe from Paul Feinstein’s comprehensive new book, Italian Cocktails.
Italian Food News: New Restaurants, Menus and More (July 25)
From Atlanta to New Orleans and beyond, Italian-inspired dining continues to grow with fresh concepts and creative ideas.
The Casa Julian: A Mexican-Italian Cocktail to Beat the Heat
Chef/owner Julian Media shares a cocktail recipe from his first Italian restaurant, Amarena, in Manhattan.
Via Aurelia Opens at San Francisco’s Mission Rock
The Che Fico team brings Tuscan warmth and California polish to Mission Rock with their first fine dining restaurant, Via Aurelia.
Sunday Shop: 3 Manhattan Eateries for Spring
Morgan Hines seeks out the best in not only food and drink but style, housewares, and more. Welcome to Appetito’s Sunday Shop!
How to Use Maker’s Mark Bourbon in Your Italian Cocktails
The venerable American bourbon producer, Maker's Mark, has shared some Italian-inspired cocktail recipes featuring their whiskey.
Summer in the City: The Rockaway Hotel + Spa
Our Editor-in-Chief goes to Queens as he continues his search for an Italian summer of leisure in New York City.
Bosco Opens in San Francisco with Italian Cooking and Forest Design
Bosco opens in SoMa with chefs Ryan McIlwraith and Kaili Hill serving housemade pastas, wood-fired dishes, and a thoughtful wine and cocktail program.
Season’s Drinkings Gift Guide: Italian-Style!
The Italian drinks that turn any holiday moment into a celebration.
Spent Coffee Negroni: The Perfect Sustainable Cocktail
Don’t let your coffee grounds go to waste. Infuse them in an Italian bitter aperitif to make a Negroni that’s also a nod to sustainability.
La Gemma is a Gem of a Luxury Hotel in Florence
Appetito's Editor-in-Chief shares his experiences at La Gemma, a luxury hotel nestled in the heart of Florence.
The Campari Red Carpet Cocktail
Just in time for this weekend’s Screen Actors Guild Awards, it’s a new Campari cocktail made with the famed bitter spirit, rum, and Champagne.
Abbiocco Brings Italian-Inspired Comfort to Maine
At Abbiocco, owner Cole Curcio blends Italian inspiration with Maine warmth, serving house-made pasta, crafted cocktails, and a feeling that’s all family.
Bar Bonobo’s Elaine Marlow on Her Chelsea Hotspot’s First Year
Appetito interviews Elaine Marlow, Founder & Managing Partner of the chic cocktail lounge Bar Bonobo, on their first anniversary.
The Garden Nymph, a Refreshing and Spring-Friendly Cocktail
Looking for a savory sip for your spring happy hour repertoire? NYC Mediterranean restaurant Iris has created a cocktail with elderflower liqueur, herbed cucumber syrup, and other ingredients to fit the warm-weather mood.
What to Know about Canto’s Beloved Frozen Espresso Martini
Canto, a NYC Italian eatery with two locations, has the hottest drink in town in their frozen espresso martini.
Seirēn Song Spritz: Exploring Portugal and Spain’s Aperitif Culture
If you love Italian aperitivo options, try the Seirēn Song Spritz.
Sunday Shop: Aeston West x Mercer Street Shop, Jac’s on Bond, Granola Bar
Morgan Hines seeks out the best in not only food and drink but style, housewares, and more. Welcome to Appetito’s Sunday Shop!
Elevate your Super Bowl Sunday Spread with Lambrusco Punch
Add an Italian twist to your Super Bowl drinks menu—because your spread deserves more than just beer.
Listening Bars Are Milan’s Latest Trend
With the listening bar trend sweeping through Milan, here are six places where high-quality sounds meet Italian cocktail culture.
How to Make the Negroni Paradox From Miss Nellie’s
A sweeter, more crushable version of a white Negroni from the eclectic bar Miss Nellie’s in NYC’s Hell’s Kitchen, served with striking red orbs known as “Campari caviar.”
EAST Miami Hotel Is the Place to Stay in the Heart of Brickell
Our Editor-in-Chief pays a visit to EAST Miami and finds it to be a luxury oasis in the bustling neighborhood of Brickell.
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.
New York’s Dante to Pop-up at London’s Claridge’s Restaurant
New York Italian cocktail bar Dante will take up residency this summer within the prestigious Claridge's Hotel in London.
There’s a Pop-Up Speakeasy at Nordstrom in NYC
The recently launched New York Cocktail Company makes bottled cocktails. For a limited time, they're available at a Dante-backed speakeasy inside the Nordstrom flagship in Manhattan.
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.
‘Afternoons’ at Cecchi’s in NYC Offers Discounted Sips, Bites
Beloved NYC West Village hotspot Cecchi's opens its doors in the afternoon with the lure of discounted wines and small plates.
Spritzed With Love: A Valentine’s Day Citrus Cake
Inspired by a first sip of Aperol spritz in Venice, this light citrus cake is the perfect Valentine’s Day dessert to share with someone you love.
Serafina Miami: Italian Charm with a Miami Twist
Danielle Simone Arata visits Serafina Miami, where Italian classics like mortadella pizza and espresso martinis get a vibrant Miami twist.
Piccolo MORINI Brings Pasta and Martinis to SOHO in NYC
An old New York favorite gets a new address, a new look and plenty of reasons to stay for another round.
Piatti Opens in Laguna Beach
Piatti opens its latest trattoria in Laguna Beach, serving handmade pastas, cocktails, and Italian comfort classics in a breezy space just steps from the ocean.
Dante Aperitivo’s Blueberry Lavender Negroni is the Unexpected Summer Sip You Need to Try
The New York favorite shares the recipe for one of its standout seasonal cocktails.
Limoncello Lounge Pops Up at Lulla in NYC
Lulla’s second floor becomes a citrus-focused summer lounge with limoncello cocktails, lemon-infused pizza, and a seasonal vibe worth checking out.
Appetito Hosts “In the Name of the Pizza” in New York City
Appetito's Andrew Cotto hosted an event in NYC to launch the Pizza for a Smile initiative of Italian tenor Luciano the Monarch.
Serafina Finds a New Home in Downtown Miami
Serafina opens in Downtown Miami with Italian favorites, Miami-inspired cocktails, and a focus on neighborhood hospitality.
Tarì Trattoria Brings Amalfi Coast Flavors to Washington, DC
From dry-aged Mediterranean fish to housemade scialatielli, Tarì Trattoria introduces Francesco Amodeo’s southern Italian traditions to Washington’s Union Market.
10 Years Dry: Hilary Sheinbaum’s Tips for a Dry Start to 2026
Simple alcohol free rituals and NA swaps from a Dry January advocate.
ITALICUS and SAVOIA Partner with Felice on the Italian Art of Aperitivo
Two Italian spirit brands are collaborating with the Italian restaurant chain, Felice, on an aperitivo campaign.
How to Make a Southern Orchard Negroni
A renowned mixologist and cocktail historian shares her recipe for a Negroni that pays homage to the vibrant flavors of the American south.
Altamura Trattoria Opens in Doral, Florida
Acclaimed husband-and-wife chefs Massimo and Elisabetta Tundo open Altamura Trattoria in Miami’s Doral neighborhood, blending Northern and Southern Italian traditions.
ViceVersa, a New Italian Cocktail Bar, Opens in Downtown Miami
The new contemporary aperitivo bar from award-winning bartender Valentino Longo offers Italian cocktails with a snack-heavy food menu from the Jaguar Sun team.
The Autumnal Negroni at NYC’s Olio e Più Is the Season’s Aperitivo
NYC's Olio e Più has an Autumnal Negroni that features a blood orange gin from Italy infused with lemongrass bitters.
Campari Spritz Square Pops Up in NYC for One Weekend Only
For one weekend only, Campari brings its signature red cocktail to life with a two-day aperitivo experience in New York’s Chinatown and Lower East Side.
Trattoria Lucia Builds a Following in Atlanta
At Trattoria Lucia, a simple approach to Italian cooking is drawing a loyal crowd in Atlanta’s Glenwood Park.
Birmingham’s Big Rock Italian Chophouse Opens in July
Cameron Mitchell Restaurants introduces its newest concept to Metro Detroit with Big Rock Italian Chophouse, set to open in July 2025 inside Birmingham’s former Grand Trunk Western Railroad Depot. Expect premium steaks, indulgent pastas, a cigar lounge, and more.
Hugo Spritz: How to Make the TikTok-Viral Drink
This hit social media spritz differs from the usual red bitter version, using elderflower liqueur as its base.
Cynar Spritz, an Italian Classic
A classic Italian amaro imparts an earthy flavor to this lively spritz. Here is the recipe, plus a quick history of Cynar.
Sour Cherries are Going to Trend in 2025
A food prediction for 2025 is a trend towards sour cherries with Amarena Cherries from Emilia-Romagna leading the way.
Seasonal Sipping: How to Make Cameron Diaz’s Cambrusco Spritz
This twist on a Shirley Temple, albeit with alcohol, features the Lambrusco brand backed by a Hollywood A-lister.
Experience a Taste of Sicily at Ficuzza’s Aperitivo Hour
Enjoy Sicilian wines, cocktails, and small plates at Ficuzza’s Aperitivo Hour in the West Village.
