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Philly Cookbook Events This Fall

From Mother Sauce author Lucinda Scala Quinn to The Sweet Life at Fortezza’s Annette Joseph, these celebrations of chefs, authors, and Philadelphia’s food community deserve a spot on your calendar.

October 8, 2025

Appetito’s Favorite Italian Books for the Last Minute Shopper

A smart and simple gift guide to Italian books worth wrapping (and unwrapping).

December 15, 2025

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.

November 12, 2025

Italopunk Is a Blasphemous Cookbook Out to Shock Your Nonna

An Italophile writes a blasphemous cookbook with the intention of unshackling Italians from culinary dogma.

July 31, 2025

How to Make Pasta and Beans

This variation on the classic pasta e fagioli is from the Veneto and calls for "badly cut" pasta.

April 17, 2025

Two Types of Meatballs from a Brooklyn Cookbook

The author of an Italian cookbook with Brooklyn Roots shares her recipe for meatballs that has various uses and preparations.

February 25, 2025

Author Mark Gowen on His New Cookbook “Pasta & Magic”

Welsh-Italian photographer and home cook Mark Gowen shares the culinary journey behind the first cookbook in the Pasta & Magic series.

November 24, 2025

Italian Culinary Star Flavia Diamante Explains Her Cookbook, Pasta Affair

Flavia Diamante from the Italian cooking network PIATTO brings 50 authentic Italian pasta recipes to your kitchen in her new cookbook.

November 19, 2024

An Entire “Italy in Bocca” Cookbook Set Is Available at eBay

The prized, complete Italian cookbook series "Italy in Bocca" is being auctioned on eBay for charitable purposes.

April 29, 2025

Summer Recipes from the Italian Riviera with Laurel Evans

Restaurateur Max Tucci interviews Laurel Evans, Milan-based author of Liguria: The Cookbook: Recipes From The Italian Riviera (Rizzoli), who shares her seasonal recipes, pesto tips, and advice for hosting a Riviera-style summer gathering.

July 28, 2025

Come to Sicily this Spring with Cookbook Author Victoria Granof

Victoria Granof, food stylist, director and author of the brand-new book “Sicily, My Sweet,” is hosting a sweet retreat in Sicily this spring.

February 7, 2025

Embracing My Italian Roots and a Lamb Recipe for Easter

Our contributors visit to her ancestral village inspired an Easter tradition back home featuring the lamb recipe included.

April 2, 2025

Chrissy Teigen Launches Italian-Inspired Pasta Sauces at Sprouts

Chrissy Teigen draws on her Italian travels and family dinners to launch Cravings pasta sauces in partnership with Sprouts Farmers Market.

August 11, 2025

The YouTube Stars of “Pasta Grammar” on Their New Cookbook

Eva and Harper, the YouTube stars of "Pasta Grammar" explain the concept of their first cookbook "The Italian Family Kitchen."

December 19, 2024

How to Make Spinach Gnocchi

A dish from Trentino takes advantage of leftover bread, adding seasonal herbs for a pop of freshness.

May 1, 2025

Lamb With Aromatic Herbs

This Apulian recipe from The Regional Italian Cookbook feeds six, making it a perfect crowd pleaser.

April 15, 2025

Alessandra Fontana, a TikTok Sensation, on Her New Book

Italian baking sensation and viral cooking instructor Alessandra Fontana shares the origins of her new cookbook.

November 20, 2024

Spaghetti alla Carbonara in the Traditional Fashion

An Italian cookbook author and food personality shares a recipe from her new book for the quintessential Roman pasta dish.

November 20, 2024

The Pasta Man Opens up about His New Cookbook, “Pasta Pronto”

Mateo Zielonka, The Pasta Man, talks with Appetito about his forthcoming cookbook "Pasta Pronto" available September 2nd.

August 13, 2025

Butter Cookies From the New Cookbook, Dolci!

In an excerpt from his new cookbook, Dolci!, Brooklyn baker and restaurateur Renato Poliafito shares a recipe for crowd-pleasing butter cookies.

August 12, 2024

Strawberry Panna Cotta From the Cookbook Dolci!

In an excerpt from his new cookbook, Dolci!, Brooklyn baker and restaurateur Renato Poliafito shares a recipe for delicious strawberry panna cotta.

August 6, 2024

Puglia-inspired Baby Bell Peppers From The Mediterranean Dish

This excerpt from The Mediterranean Dish: Simply Dinner showcases a simple vegetarian side (or main) that comes together in minutes.

October 7, 2024

The Favorite Italian Cookbooks of Chef Jordan Frosolone

As one of America's best Italian chefs develops his next project, we thought to ask Jordan Frosolone for a list of his favorite cookbooks.

July 29, 2024

The Italopunk Way to Make Panzanella con Mango e Lime

In her intended-to-shock cookbook, Italopunk, Vanja van der Leeden offers this version of the classic panzanella salad.

July 31, 2025

Butternut Squash & Sage Pasta

In this recipe from her new cookbook, Italian American Forever, Alex Guarnaschelli showcases a seasonal pasta dish ideal for fall and winter.

October 16, 2024

Come Savor Umbria with Cookbook Author Anna Francese Gass

Learn about a culinary and cultural tour in Italy's region of Umbria with cookbook author Anna Francese Gass.

November 13, 2024

Meet Katie Caldesi of the Cookbook Series “Eat Around Italy”

Our contributor interviews Katie Caldesi, an English food celebrity and co-author of a series of cookbooks set in Italy.

November 7, 2024

Lowcountry Bella on Her Cookbook: “Mangia Y’all, Make Every Day Delicious”

Our contributor shares the inspiration of her new cookbook that combines her passion for Italy and that of her home in the Lowcountry of SC.

August 6, 2025

Joanne (Giovanna) Mosconi on “The Chef of Greenwich Village”

Joanne Mosconi writes about "The Chef of Greenwich Village," a love letter to the food and accomplishments of her beloved father.

Alex Guarnaschelli on Her New Cookbook, Italian American Forever

The Food Network star discusses her personal new book, which draws inspiration from her mother and father’s cooking, and from a recent era of New York City history.

October 15, 2024

Cathy Coluccio Fazzolari Writes About Her New Cookbook

The co-owner of legendary Italian importer D. Coluccio & Sons in Brooklyn writes about her Calabrese-inspired cookbook inspired by memories of her childhood.

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.

November 6, 2025

Victoria Granof Dishes on Her New Cookbook: Sicily, My Sweet

Acclaimed food stylist and cookbook author Victoria Granof shares the inspiration for her new collection of Sicilian dessert recipes.

October 15, 2024

Italian Language Foundation Announces Giambelli Culinary Award Winners

The Giambelli Culinary Awards were announced at a gala honoring outstanding individuals and businesses in the Italian culinary industry.

July 8, 2025

Dolci! is the Italian Sweets Cookbook You Need on Your Shelf

Author and baker Renato Poliafito discusses his new cookbook Dolci! American Baking With an Italian Accent, and his Brooklyn roots, in this Appetito interview.

August 6, 2024

Frankie “Spice” Morelli on his MOBB Cookbook & Diet

Our Editor-in-Chief talks with Frankie "Spice" Morelli about his MOBB Cookbook & Diet and its themes of health, redemption and mercy.

May 29, 2024

Cannoli Donuts From Brunch King, Joey Maggiore’s Cookbook

These sweet treats combine Italian and American favorites into one ricotta cream-stuffed dish that’s great for brunch or dessert.

September 19, 2024

The Roman Way to Make Gnocchi di Patate

Romans take their gnocchi seriously, especially on Thursdays. This recipe for soft, pillowy gnocchi di patate captures the spirit of Rome’s beloved tradition.

November 11, 2025

Anna Francese Gass on Her New Show “Instant Italian”

Our Editor-in-Chief talks with Italian culinary star Anna Francese Gass about her new cooking show, Instant Italian, produced by Rachael Ray.

March 6, 2025

The Cookbook Love Letters of Anna Francese Gass

Acclaimed cookbook author, Anna Francese Gass, explains how her mother and her mother country of Italy have inspired her cookbooks.

March 11, 2024

A Wintry Chicken Soup with Little Meatballs

This recipe for this nourishing chicken soup includes little meatballs an old school technique for a smooth broth.

February 26, 2025

Gluten Free Holiday Desserts Everyone Will Love

Gluten free desserts that belong on your holiday table.

December 22, 2025

Gluten-Free Cannoli Brownie Bites

Finding tasty gluten-free desserts can be challenging, but that’s about to change. Make these cannoli brownies from Lindsay Grimes’ groundbreaking new cookbook Something Sweet for an Italian-influenced gluten-free treat.

February 28, 2024

Rocco DiSpirito’s Round Hill Jamaica Residency

A two-night guest chef experience brings Italian cooking to Jamaica this spring.

February 9, 2026

16 Holiday Gifts for the Pasta Lover in Your Life

Here's a pasta-centric holiday gift guide that celebrates one of Italy's most cherished foods in ways beyond the kitchen.

December 12, 2024

Dan Pashman’s New Cookbook is All About Pasta

Anything's Pastable, the new cookbook from podcast star Dan Pashman of The Sporkful, continues his quest to make pasta fun.

April 2, 2024

Penne Rigate with Lobster and Zucchini

A penne rigate with lobster recipe from the new Phaidon release, The Book of Pasta, compiled by Barilla.

November 4, 2024

Chef’s Day Off: Chef Mark Bolchoz

For Cane Pazzo’s Chef Mark Bolchoz, a perfect day off blends Lowcountry life and Italian inspiration.

October 13, 2025

Try These Great Italian Zucchini Recipes

Put your in-season market haul to use with these zucchini recipes, with options ranging from a carpaccio to pizza to pasta with zucchini flowers.

August 7, 2024

Farfalle With Salmon and Fennel

A pasta with salmon recipe from the new Phaidon release, The Book of Pasta, compiled by Barilla.

October 30, 2024

Baked Mini Meatballs (Polpettini)

Acclaimed Italian cookbook author, Anna Francese Gass, shares the recipe for mini meatballs that are perfect for parties.

March 11, 2024

Valtellina Pizzoccheri, Buckwheat Pasta With Cabbage

The hearty buckwheat pasta dish Valtellina Pizzoccheri pairs fresh noodles with cabbage, potatoes, and melty cheese. Here's the recipe from the new cookbook, The Silver Spoon Pasta.

March 7, 2024

Rocco DiSpirito Announces New Cookbook

Iconic Chef Rocco DiSpirito reveals the cover and concept of his forthcoming cookbook, Everyday Delicious.

December 15, 2023

Conchiglie With Gorgonzola and Pistachios

The seashell-shaped pasta known as conchiglie is perfect for capturing flavorful sauces, giving each bite a memorable punch, as in this recipe from The Silver Spoon Pasta.

February 27, 2024

Cavatelli With Artichokes & Preserved Lemons

The host of the award-winning podcast, The Sporkful, shares a pasta recipe from his cookbook featuring roasted artichokes & preserved lemons.

April 2, 2024

Seafood Linguine, a Calabrian Classic

The latest edition to the Silver Spoon collection from Phaidon is The Silver Spoon Pasta: Authentic Italian Recipes, such as this take on Linguine ai Frutti di Mare, or seafood linguine.

February 13, 2024

Buon Natale: An Italian Aspic Christmas!

This classic holiday dish connects Italian tradition, family memory, and the art of the festive table.

December 16, 2025

The Italian Summer Kitchen: A Love Letter from Cathy Whims

Inspired by long afternoons in Tuscany and Umbria, Cathy Whims’ new cookbook captures the joy of summer meals shared outdoors - with recipes like her fiery Pollo alla Diavola.

July 30, 2025

Listen to the Appetito Podcast With Special Guest Rocco DiSpirito

Appetito premieres a new audio and video podcast hosted by Editor-in-Chief Andrew Cotto, featuring guests from the world of Italian food and drink. First up is Rocco DiSpirito, celebrity chef and author of the forthcoming cookbook Everyday Delicious.

February 29, 2024

WaPo Dining Editor Joe Yonan Writes about His New Book

Washington Post Food and Dining Editor, Joe Yonan, writes about his new plant-based and vegan cookbook exclusively for Appetito.

September 27, 2024

Celebrating National Cookbook Month with the Books of Appetito Authors

Appetito shares the excerpts and recipes from our cookbook contributors to celebrate National Cookbook Month.

October 20, 2023

Italian-Themed Books and Cookbooks: Appetito Gift Guide

Appetito recommends these books from our contributors for the Italian food & drink enthusiasts on your list.

December 13, 2023

Inside Philadelphia’s Borromini with Chef Julian Baker

At Stephen Starr’s new Rittenhouse Square restaurant, Chef Julian Baker channels decades of global experience into a menu worth checking out.

October 14, 2025

Perfect Panini: Zucchini Alla Scapece in Panelle

A clever summer sandwich using the season’s best zucchini, with chickpea fritters in lieu of bread, from the mind of Portland chef Cathy Whims.

August 14, 2024

Make This Make Chicken Caesar Salad Pizza

The classic combo of salad and pizza gets an upgrade with this all-in-one chicken Caesar salad atop a pizza.

July 8, 2024

I Made Pizza Dough Using an AI Recipe. Here’s What Happened.

There are thousands of pizza dough recipes and tutorials online. What would happen if an AI bot was asked to create one?

February 20, 2024

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.

November 3, 2025

Cathy Whims’ Zucchini Pizza 

When summer gives you squash, slice it thin and put it on a pizza, as this Portland chef and restaurateur does.

May 8, 2024

Settepani Harlem Celebrates 25 Years of Italian Culinary Tradition

Settepani marked 25 years in Harlem with a celebration that honored the bakery’s journey, its family roots, and the community that has supported them every step of the way.

Italian Language Foundation Announces Giambelli Culinary Award Winners

Twelve recipients of the first-ever Giambelli Culinary Award were announced at a recent gala in New York City, honoring outstanding individuals and businesses in the Italian American culinary industry.

July 8, 2024

Chef’s Day Off: Elena Salati of Cremini’s Aperitivo & Kitchen

Chef Elena Salati spends her active day off, mostly with her husband and restaurant partner, between Brooklyn and Manhattan.

March 11, 2025

Italian Cuisine Shines at the 2025 Food & Wine Classic in Aspen

Italian chefs and winemakers bring bold flavors and energy to the 2025 Food & Wine Classic in Aspen this June, offering a true taste of Italy in the Rockies.

A Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe for a Thanksgiving to Remember

Max Tucci shares a Thanksgiving memory from Florence and a pumpkin swirl cheesecake recipe from his cookbook.

November 15, 2023

Joey Maggiore Talks Brunch King, The Italiano, and Italian Food in Arizona

The chef and restaurateur publishes his first cookbook with wild spins on brunch items, and opens his latest restaurant concept, bringing upscale Italian-American cuisine to the desert.

September 18, 2024

Make The Baked Ziti Nerano from Don Angie

The owners of acclaimed NYC restaurant Don Angie share a recipe from their acclaimed 2021 cookbook.

August 28, 2023

Drunk Chocolate Cake

Known as Torta Ubriaca in Italy, Drunk Chocolate Cake coats the beloved dessert in a layer of red wine, in this recipe from the cookbook Giuseppe’s Easy Bakes.

January 9, 2024

Biscotti al Limone

Make a batch of biscotti al limone, Sicilian lemon biscuits for teatime, a snack, or even dessert

January 22, 2024

Talking Cookbooks, Family, and Restaurant Life with the Scotto Sisters

Appetito checks in with Rosanna and Elaina Scotto, who have co-authored a cookbook inspired by their family's landmark NYC restaurant, Fresco By Scotto.

August 10, 2023

A Spaghetti BLT From Frances Mayes

Best-selling author Frances Mayes shares her spaghetti BLT recipe, inspired by the classic American sandwich.

November 7, 2023

In Memory of Ale Gambini, Appetito’s “Dolce Queen”

Appetito sadly recognizes the passing of our beloved contributor, Ale Gambini, who provided monthly recipes as the "Dolce Queen."

February 27, 2024

A Creamy Pasta Dish from Under the Tuscan Sun

Frances Mayes, best-selling author of "Under the Tuscan Sun," shares a recipe inspired by the ingredients of her region.

November 6, 2023

Campanelle with Mushrooms and Gorgonzola Sauce

This campanelle with mushrooms recipe comes from the book Pasta Masterclass, by London-based chef Mateo Zielonka. He creates a chestnut egg dough to make the bellflower-shaped pasta known as campanelle, then adds mushrooms, gorgonzola, cream, and spinach for a decadent cold-weather dish. Do try this at home.

November 15, 2023

Italian Food and Drink Gifts For Dad

This Father’s Day (or any day), give Dad the gift of Italian food, drink, and cocktails with these curated selections.

June 12, 2024

Amaretti and Coffee Cheesecake

The 2021 Great British Bake Off winner shares a tantalizing coffee cheesecake recipe from his first cookbook, Giuseppe’s Easy Bakes.

December 27, 2023

Meraki Market Celebrates Three Generations of Italian Women

A magical market outside of Philadelphia is an Italian-inspired mother-daughter ode to the memory of a family matriarch.

May 8, 2025

Spaghetti alla Chitarra with Tomato Sauce and Meatballs

In an excerpt from his recent book Pasta Masterclass, London-based chef Mateo Zielonka uses fresh spaghetti alla chitarra and slow-cooked tomato sauce to pair with meatballs.

November 9, 2023

Chef Marc Forgione Brings Purposeful Meat to Peasant

At Peasant in NoLita, chef Marc Forgione is redefining whole animal dining with wood fire, local farms, and a deep respect for every cut.

September 3, 2025

Stress Baking? Try These Italian Dessert Recipes

Whether it’s politics or family gatherings or holiday shopping, ‘tis the season for added stress. Take a break in the kitchen and bake something Italian, and delicious, to take your mind off the troubles.

November 5, 2024

Mussel, Potato, and Rice Gratin

Entertaining a big group for dinner? Make this mussel, potato, and rice gratin from the new book about Italian peasant cooking, Cucina Povera.

November 1, 2023

Renato Poliafito’s New Pasta Night is Now Open in Brooklyn

The pasta-focused Italian newcomer in Prospect Heights is across the street from the baker’s acclaimed Ciao, Gloria, and features a full menu and bar—and, of course, desserts.

October 2, 2024

Chef Johanna Hellrigl’s Culinary Ethos of Wellness and Love at Ama

Our Health & Wellness expert profiles Johanna Hellrigl, chef and owner of Ama in D.C., where love is part of the approach.

September 24, 2024

Cacio e Pepe Lasagna: A Via Carota Classic

The famed 10-layer cacio e pepe lasagna from Rita Sodi and Jody Williams of I Sodi and Via Carota, the perpetually in-demand Italian restaurants in NYC’s West Village.

October 11, 2023

Bread-and-Anchovy-Stuffed Green Peppers

In an excerpt from the inspiring new cookbook Cucina Povera, Giulia Scarpaleggia shares a family recipe for sweet green peppers stuffed with a variety of pantry items such as anchovies.

October 27, 2023

Mortadella Chicken Meatballs

The owners of acclaimed NYC restaurant Don Angie share a recipe for mortadella chicken meatballs from their acclaimed 2021 cookbook.

September 14, 2023

Mountains of Italian Food in Canada

In Whistler and Vancouver, Italian flavors find a home among Canada’s mountain peaks.

October 14, 2025

A Simple, Delicious Marinara Sauce

A go-to, low-fuss marinara sauce recipe from the author of cookbook/memoir cooking with italian roots.

July 18, 2023

A Piedmont-Inspired Cacio e Pepe with White Truffles

Chef Elena Salati of Cremini's restaurant in Brooklyn shares a recipe for the perfect Cacio e Pepe with a little secret.

October 31, 2023

Chef John Tesar Opens KNIFE Italian in Dallas

The steak-centric chef behind KNIFE hones in on Italian food and drink at his new restaurant in the Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas, with seafood, pasta, pizza, amaro, and, of course, steak.

March 20, 2024

Gemelli With Slow-cooked Pork Shoulder Ragù

A slow-cooked pork shoulder ragù with gemelli is a crowd-pleasing pasta dish from the cookbook Pasta et Al.

December 4, 2023