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A Holiday Eggplant Stack with Lioni’s Mozzarella di Bufala
Appetito's Joanna Moeller shares her holiday recipe for a stacked eggplant dish featuring a premium Mozzarella di Bufala.
How to Make the Eggplant Meatballs that Went Viral
Rising social media star Joanna Moeller shares her recipe for eggplant meatballs that went viral on Instagram.
Caponata with Artichokes is a Twist on the Classic Sicilian Dish
Replacing the celery with artichokes is a nice variation to the classic Sicilian sweet & sour dish of Caponata.
My Absolute Favorite Way to Make Eggplant Parmigiana
Making eggplant parmigiana can be tricky, but it doesn't have to be. Let Joanna Moeller of @spaghettiroots_nyc show you her reliable technique.
Regina’s Grocery Brings Calabrian Flavor to Orchard Street
In Episode Three of Appetito’s Regional Italian Series, Regina’s Grocery on Orchard Street reveals how Roman Grandinetti transforms Calabrian flavor, family history, and neighborhood nostalgia into sandwiches that feel deeply personal.
Timballo di Anelletti at Alessandro’s Italian Brings Sicily to the Plate
In Regional Italian Series Episode Two, Sicily takes focus through a refined timballo di anelletti that balances tradition with a more precise approach.
How to Make Sicilian Roasted New Caponata
Our contributor shares her recipe for Caponata that is more rustic and figure-friendly due to some roasting.
What to Order at Ficuzza, New York City’s West Village Newcomer
Appetito visits the new Sicilian restaurant Ficuzza in the West Village and shares an overview and some recommendations.
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.
How to Make the Summer Vegetable Stew of Giambotta
Discover this versatile summer vegetable stew that originated in southern Italy and pulls from whatever is growing nearby.
Grilled Spicy Swordfish Caponata as a Nod to Sicily
Our contributor taps her Italian roots to create a recipe where grilled swordfish is topped with a spicy caponata.
Scampi in Philadelphia Goes “New Jersey Italian” in August
The August Tasting Menu from Scampi features New Jersey Italian American red and white tablecloth classics.
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.
Frank Sinatra’s 110th Birthday at Patsy’s Italian Restaurant
A Midtown Manhattan institution marks a milestone birthday for one of its most devoted regulars.
More Eating & Drinking in Milan During the 2026 Winter Olympics
Back on the ground in Milan, Appetito contributor Rob LeDonne continues his first-person look at where to eat and drink during the Olympic Games 2026.
Sunday Shop: An Ode to the Slip Skirt
Morgan Hines seeks out the best in not only food and drink but style, housewares, and more. Welcome to Appetito’s Sunday Shop!
Cannizzaro Sauces: Old World Flavor, New South Home
From farmers markets to regional shelves, a Charlotte sauce company grows one jar at a time.
A Spicy Pasta Recipe with Eggplant, Capers, and Mint
Chef and Author Viola Buitoni shares a piquant pasta recipe from her cookbook, Italy by Ingredient.
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.
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.
Sunday Shop: Four NYC Restaurants to Book in May
Morgan Hines seeks out the best in not only food and drink but style, housewares, and more. Welcome to Appetito’s Sunday Shop!
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.
Chef PJ Calapa Talks Marea at Snow Lodge, St. Regis Aspen
Chef PJ Calapa shares how Marea’s coastal Italian identity finds new life in Aspen at The Snow Lodge at The St. Regis.
How Family, Marriage, and a Celebrity Inspired Chef Anthony Scotto
Anthony Scotto, Owner and Executive Chef of two Nashville restaurants, shares his culinary inspirations born in New York City.
Inside a Tony Bennett “Family Dinner” with De Niro and Scorsese
The Tony Bennett "Family Dinner" event in Manhattan raised funds for his NFP that provides arts' funding to public schools in NYC.
My Italian August in New York City
Our Editor-in-Chief was inspired by our Health & Wellness expert and a new Brooklyn restaurant to have an Italian August in New York City.
A Month of Italian Dining, New Orleans Style
From Magazine Street to the French Quarter, Italian restaurants are turning up the heat for COOLinary New Orleans 2025 with prix fixe menus all August long.
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.
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.
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.
Beaches and Bucatini: Devouring Aruba’s Italian Food
Appetito's wandering contributor, Rob LeDonne, goes searching for Italian food on the Dutch island of Aruba.
NYC’s New Rosemary’s Midtown: 3 Must-Order Items
The third location of the neighborhood Italian restaurant brings spritzes, pasta, and even pizza to the eastside of Midtown Manhattan.
Appetito Travels: Finding a Little Italy in Newport Beach, California
A sun filled coastal escape blends beach walks, a Mediterranean resort and Italian flavors in Newport Beach and Laguna Beach.
Chef Domingo Schingaro of Due Camini in Puglia
Chef Domingo Schingaro of Due Camini shares his approach to seasonal cooking in Puglia.
Elvira Brings the Spirit of Roman Sunday Supper to San Diego
Elvira co-owner Niccolò Angius shares how childhood memories of Roman Sunday gatherings inspired Cucina di Nonna, an immersive private dining experience in San Diego.
Taormina: Top Places to Eat in the Magical Sicilian City
Taormina’s restaurants serve more than just seafood and sweets - they offer a mood, a memory, and a view. From granita at Bam Bar to crudo at Domenica, here’s where to eat (and linger) in Sicily’s most enchanting hill town.
Milton’s American Trattoria is Now Open in Houston
The new restaurant from Texas hospitality vets promises “elevated Italian-American” in the Rice Village area of Houston.
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.
Chef Maurizio de Rosa on Vette Ristorante at Calabria
Naples-born chef and sommelier Maurizio de Rosa shares how his lifelong passion for hospitality and honest Italian cooking shapes Livingston’s newest restaurant.
Caruso Provisions Infuses Their Giardiniera with Family Tradition
A Chicago family explains how they launched an Italian relish business using recipes and memories passed down for generations.
Charleston Says “Ciao” to Positano at Allora
Allora brings a slice of the Amalfi Coast to Charleston, where pasta is made daily and one drink easily turns into three.
Flour + Water Pizza Shop Opens at Mission Rock in San Francisco
Flour + Water Pizza Shop has expanded their San Francisco presence with a new, fast-casual storefront at Mission Rock.
Lucania Heads to San Francisco’s Ferry Building
From the team behind A16, Lucania will bring all-day Southern Italian dining to one of San Francisco’s most historic public marketplaces.
A Chicago Favorite Finds a New Home in Hinsdale at DeNucci’s
Ballyhoo Hospitality brings DeNucci’s Italian American menu, signature pizza, and neighborhood-style dining to Hinsdale, a western suburb of Chicago.
Baked, Fried, or Simmered Raw: Which Meatball Is Best?
Vinny DelGiudice of Always from Scratch tested baked, fried, and simmered raw meatballs to see which method creates the best flavor and texture. His results show that sometimes the best choice is simply the one that brings everyone to the table.
How Family and Regional Cuisine Inspired Chef Mario LaPosta
Acclaimed Pizzaiolo and Chef of the eponymous da LaPosta shares the five dishes that have inspired his career.
A Night at Angeloni’s Club Madrid in Atlantic City’s Little Italy
Angeloni's Club Madrid in the Ducktown district delivers confident, retro cool reminiscent of Atlantic City's heyday in the 1980s.
Agata & Valentina Gluten-Free Outdoor Café Opens in June
The Italian grocer will debut its first gluten-free outdoor café on Manhattan’s Upper East Side
Visting DeSarno’s, a Women-Owned Italian Market in Charlotte, NC
Appetito continues its series on Italian markets in the American South with a visit to DeSarno's in Charlotte, NC.
Brooklyn Restaurant Group Frankies Goes to Nashville
The legendary Brooklyn-based restaurant group has opened a collection of Italian food offerings in Nashville.
Susan Julia Olive Oil: Skincare Made with EVOO
Susan Julia transforms her passion for olive oil into a skincare line built on purity and simplicity.
A Trip to Angelina’s Italian Markets in North Carolina
This shop in a suburb of booming Charlotte has all the imported and domestic Italian specialties a home cook needs, plus delicious prepared foods.
Serie A: Pairing 5 High Stakes Games & Steak Pizzaiola
Soccer columnist Justin Patulli selects key Serie A matches for the coming weekend and suggests Italian snacks for pairing.
There’s Great Italian Food to be Found in Unlikely Places
A frequent traveler shares some surprising Italian food gems discovered far from the confines of New York City.
Lee’s Farmers Market, an Italian Gem in Murrells Inlet, SC
Our contributor from South Carolina details the delicacies of an Italian market tucked off of the highway in South Carolina's Murrells Inlet.
For a Taste of Italy Without Your Passport, Visit Boston’s North End
Travel writer Allison Tibaldi takes you through Boston’s North End, sharing the best places to eat, drink, and soak up Italian culture without leaving the city.
Spicy Rigatoni and More at the New Jemma Hollywood
With Jemma Hollywood, the husband-and-wife team of Jackson and Melissa Kalb have opened a red sauce joint for fans of Italian-American classic dishes.
NA Slice Brings Neapolitan Pizza and Pasta Culture to NYC
Our Health & Wellness expert meets Luigi Gallo of NA Slice to learn about the culture of Neapolitan cuisine he has brought to NYC.
Italian Food in Barcelona: 5 Must-Try Restaurants
Barcelona has no shortage of standout restaurants, but the city’s Italian community has shaped a dining scene all its own. From Roman pinsa to Neapolitan pizza, here are five must-try Italian spots worth adding to your Catalan itinerary.
How the Talented Italian Alessandra Mai Vinh Eats in America
Verona-born model/dancer/choreographer, Alessandra Mai Vinh, shares with Appetito her experiences with food as an Italian in America.
Heaven Is a Place on Earth Called Tropea
Once voted "the most beautiful village in Italy," Tropea stuns with exquisite views and world-class beaches. Here's what to know about this under-the-radar destination.
Modern Italian Restaurant Contrada Opens in Toronto
Toronto’s Little Italy is home to a new Italian-inspired restaurant, Contrada, from three young but experienced friends with community in mind.
Italian Restaurants for Galentine’s Day in New York City
Move over Valentine’s Day. Here are options for NYC restaurants to celebrate female friendship amid the Cupid-themed festivities.
Pizza Czar Anthony Falco on Heritage and Global Dough
Pizza Czar author Anthony Falco shares his journey from Brooklyn to the world stage, exploring his Sicilian heritage, flour myths, and pizza’s global future.
Meet the “Olive Oil Enthusiasts” with a Forthcoming Book of Information and Recipes from Italy
American Skyler Mapes, owner of EXAU Olive Oil with her Italian husband Giuseppe Morisani, shares the inspiration and intentions of the couple's new book "The Olive Oil Enthusiast."
Italian Food Company is a Little Italy for the Florida Keys
A South Florida couple with ties to Italy started building the Italian Food Company on a whim. A few years later, they have three locations, a loyal following, Italian chefs and pizza makers, and a new concept slated for spring.
A Chef’s Story: Jordan Frosolone of Borgo in NYC
Appetito's Editor-in-Chief sits down with acclaimed chef Jordan Frosolone of Borgo to explore his background with Italian food.
Author Christina Minutillo on her book “cooking with italian roots”
The author shares the story of her Italian American roots and a secret family recipe from her cookbook/memoir.
Michael Fiorelli to Launch Fiorelli Pizza in Los Angeles in March
The Los Angeles chef has traded in buzzy big-budget restaurants for a simple yet effective concept, putting a mobile pizza rig in a Venice urban farm space.
The Culinary Journey of Chef Justin Raponi
The Executive Chef at Día Restaurant & Lounge in Toronto shares the five dishes that inspired his culinary journey.
A New All-Day Cafe in NoMad, A Hazan Doc, and More NYC Italian Food News
Another week, another promising new Italian restaurant for NYC, plus how to help a documentary about Marcella Hazan get made, and more.
Talking San Sabino with Angie Rito and Scott Tacinelli
The chefs behind West Village hit Don Angie discuss their brand-new follow-up, the seafood-centric San Sabino, and much more in this Appetito interview.
A Luxury Fashion and Pasta Collab, Koreatown Gelato, A Pizza Competition, and More NYC Food News
Hugo Boss launches a pasta pop-up in SoHo, Angelina Gelato opens, Jersey City’s pizza star teams with the Francis Ford Coppola Winery for a pizza contest, and other news to know.
John Tesar Talks Knife Italian, Media Mayhem, and More
The outspoken and talented chef and restaurateur continues to court controversy, but can Knife Italian take over the narrative?
Is Philip Guardione NYC’s Most Underrated Chef-Restaurateur?
The owner of the successful Piccola Cucina Group restaurants has turned his Sicilian work ethic into a growing empire.
