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Zucchini Olive Oil Bread for Easter Brunch
This zucchini olive oil bread is a savory Easter brunch recipe that pairs perfectly with butter or a light spring meal.
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.
Alya Health Brings Olive Oil Shots to Daily Wellness
Alya Health turns a Mediterranean olive oil tradition into a simple daily wellness ritual.
Olive Oil Is Not an Afterthought at Sea on Board Oceania’s Allura
On Oceania’s Allura, Italian dining shines at Toscana, where an olive oil concierge and authentic recipes prove that dining at sea can rival meals on land.
A Shortcut to Tender Pork Poached in Olive Oil
Try this expedited recipe for a version of Dario Cecchini's "Tonno di Chianti" which is pork poached in olive oil.
Glen Powell Launches Smash Kitchen Organic Olive Oil at Walmart
Glen Powell brings an Italian-inspired touch to America’s kitchens with Smash Kitchen’s new organic oils.
Contemplating a Simple Christmas of Olive Oil and Honey
The Italian approach to Christmas has our contributor from Parma reconsidering her gift giving as she prepares to return home.
Shayna Terese Taylor on Her Organic Olive Oil & Farm Life in Umbria
The chef and entrepreneur talks with Appetito about her lifestyle brand, ancient olive trees and slow living in the Italian countryside.
Pumpkin Spice Olive Oil Cake with Mascarpone Cream
Our contributor shares a recipe for a velvety autumn olive oil cake warmed by pumpkin spice and topped with mascarpone cream.
Appetito Hosts ITA Talks: Olive Oil, Vinegar and Mineral Water
Appetito hosted its first panel discussion in conjunction with the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) this past Tuesday in Manhattan.
Pumpkin Olive Oil Cake is a Slice of Tuscan Tradition (and Memory)
Our contributor shares a recipe for pumpkin olive oil cake conjured from memories of her vast experiences in Tuscany.
Pappa al Pomodoro Recipe from Danimade Kitchen
A rustic Tuscan tomato and bread stew that transforms simple ingredients into something deeply flavorful.
Making Olive Oil Cake for Musicians in the Wildnerness
Our contributor takes a gig cooking for musicians while recording upstate, and she shares her experience and recipe for olive oil cake.
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.
Win-Win! The Gift of Appetito Is also a Gift to Appetito
Just in time for the 2025 holidays, Appetito announces a very generous gift box that brings joy to all involved.
Venchi and Laudemio Frescobaldi Partner for a Spread and Gelato
Two iconic Italian brands have partnered on new items that combine extra virgin olive oil with chocolate and gelato.
Ricotta Olive Oil Cake for a Springtime Treat
This versatile light cake can be enjoyed any time of day and by almost anyone—it’s even gluten-free!
A Sunday Dinner Gift Guide for Italian Food Lovers
From pantry treasures to indulgent treats, these Italian picks celebrate the magic of Sunday dinner.
How to Make a Spring Zucchini Bruschetta
Sauteed spring zucchini with creamy ricotta and aromatics makes for a vibrant and seasonal bruschetta topping.
An Olive Oil Sommelier Finds Her Passion
Susan Julia Abranovic writes about how her passion for food and company led to a dream life as an olive oil sommelier.
How a Beloved Aunt Inspired Zia Pia, an Italian Importer in Charlotte, NC
When Victoria Custodi launched Zia Pia in 2013, she wasn’t just starting a business; she was honoring a legacy.
Healthy Lemon Tuna Pasta Inspired by the Blue Zones
A no-fuss pasta dish built for busy nights and simple eating.
Pasta Primavera Is Satisfying in Every Season
Celebrate the freshness of pasta primavera year-round with this colorful, satisfying recipe that is adaptable to the season.
From the Dolomites to NoDa: Italian Comfort, Charlotte Soul
At Ever Andalo in Charlotte’s NoDa neighborhood, Italian comfort cooking meets a relaxed, community-driven approach to dining.
A 2025 Valentine’s Gift Guide for the Italian Food Lover in Your Life
Here's an extensive Valentine's gift guide full of romance and flavor for the Italian food lover in your life.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Even Works in Cake!
Our contributor shares a recipe for an olive oil cake that uses the ubiquitous Italian ingredient in sweet offering.
Mediterranean Diet Comes to the World Bank with New Global Focus
At a World Bank gathering in Washington, the Mediterranean Diet is presented not just as a way of eating, but as a model for health, culture, and global policy.
Fast and Healthy Italian Pantry Items from Eataly
We have compiled a list of healthy and easy to prepare Italian pantry items all available online from Eataly.
Appetito Interviews Lily Rivkin of Rooted Restaurant
Meet Lily Rivkin, founder and CEO of Rooted, where fast casual meets transparency in seven healthy ingredients or less.
Uova in Purgatorio with Tomato Sauce and Crusty Bread
A simple skillet dish brings baked eggs together with a rich tomato sauce and plenty of bread for scooping.
For Your Honey: Buffalo Mozzarella with Honey Bomb Tomato Confit & Basil Oil
Joanna Moeller shares a recipe for the ultimate Valentine's Day appetizer featuring fresh Buffalo Mozzarella.
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.
Stracciatella in Italy: From Soup to Cheese to Gelato
From Rome to Apulia to Bergamo, stracciatella takes shape as a soup, a cheese, and even gelato. Here’s how one word ties three Italian favorites together.
August Is the Perfect Time for a No-cook Pomodoro Sauce
With August upon us, tomato season is in full swing and is the ideal time for a simple, no-cook pomodoro sauce.
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.
When Olive Oil Met Coffee, a Love Story at Starbucks
Our correspondent is more than pleasantly surprised by the marriage of extra virgin olive oil and coffee at Starbucks.
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.
How to Make a Simple Ricotta at Home
Preparing fresh ricotta at home requires only four ingredients to create a versatile and creamy cheese with myriad uses.
A Modern Twist on a Classic Caesar Salad
Here's a twist on the classic Caesar salad featuring kale and a fresh, tangy dressing with fun crouton variations as a bonus.
Lobster Risotto with Tomato, Prosecco & Saffron for Valentine’s Day
Joanna Moeller shares her recipe for an elevated lobster risotto for Valentine's Day that is romantic and makeable at home.
Chef Adrianne Calvo’s Squid Ink Linguine with Clams Recipe
This recipe for squid ink linguine vongole combines clams, garlic, white wine, and lemon in a simple sauce.
How The Pasta Queen Makes Crostino Alle Zucchini
The Pasta Queen shares her recipe for a crostino topped with tangy zucchini and creamy stracciatella cheese.
How to Make Roman Fried Artichokes at Home
In the first of three-part series, food influencer Joanna Moeller shares her recipe for Fried Roman Artichokes.
The 2024 Gran Caffè L’Aquila Italian Market Holiday Gift Guide
10 gifts for the Italophile in your life from Gran Caffè L'Aquila Italian Market in Philadelphia, and yes, they ship nationwide!
Inside Little Mama’s Italian Kitchen in Charlotte
Little Mama’s Italian Kitchen serves Italian American classics inspired by family recipes and fresh ingredients.
Appetito’s Collection of Seasonal Sips, Sweets, and Stories
Seasonal Italian recipes, cocktails, stories, and inspirations from the Appetito archives.
Appetito’s Take on the New Dietary Guidelines
Our Editor-in-Chief takes a humorous lens to the new Dietary Guidelines of the US government and has some advice of his own.
Domenica Marchetti on Her New Cookbook: Italian Cookies
Italian cookbook author Domenica Marchetti shares the details of her forthcoming title dedicated to Italian cookies.
A Summer in Sirolo with the Semplici Family
A Canadian journalism student’s summer in Sirolo becomes a lesson in food, family, and the kind of love that lingers long after leaving Italy.
Holiday Gift Guide of Panettone or Pandoro for Every Palate
We've prepared a diverse panettone gift guide for the lover of the traditional Italian sweet bread lovers on your holiday list.
Tuscan White Beans are Delicious, Fast, Easy and Affordable
Legumes such as Tuscan white beans are tough to beat for their combination of health benefits, affordability, and versatility. Here's an easy-to-make dish to use as a side or even a main course!
Chef Marc Murphy Debuts New Umbrian Gold Olive Oil
The chef and TV personality from Chopped, Guy’s Grocery Games, and other hit food shows has deep connections to Italy, and now, a premium Italian extra virgin olive oil brand launched with his brother, Paul Murphy.
Overcoming Anchovies to Embrace Spaghetti alla Puttanesca
If you are anti-anchovy, follow our contributor's lead and try this bold, simple recipe for Spaghetti alla Puttanesca.
Author Frances Mayes on the Joys of the Olive Oil Harvest in Tuscany
Frances Mayes, the Best-Selling Author of "Under the Tuscan Sun," shares the splendor of October's olive oil harvest at her home in Tuscany.
Inside the Launch Party for Italy Segreta’s Tavola Issue
The bash held at Felice on Hudson in NYC featured a multi-course menu of Tuscan-inspired dishes—and a killer gift bag.
Gluten Free Holiday Desserts Everyone Will Love
Gluten free desserts that belong on your holiday table.
Meet Alberto Gallufo, the “World’s Best” Olive Oil Maker
Our Italian wine expert, Gianluca Rottura, interviews his favorite olive oil maker, Alberto Galluffo, and shares a memory.
A Butter-less Colomba from an EVOO Estate in Bologna
An award-winning extra virgin olive oil producer from Bologna has reimagined the Colomba for Easter sans butter.
10 Tasty Gifts From Italy for the Food & Wine Lover in Your Life
Consider these ten Italian food and wine holiday gift ideas that can be shipped to the United States or Canada.
La Bottega Nicastro is Ottawa’s Home of Fine Italian Food
Our contributor from Canada pays tribute to his favorite Italian market in the nation's capital city of Ottawa.
A NOLA Chef’s Eclectic Inspiration for Bruscioloni
Chef Michael Gulotta from New Orleans shares his adaptation of a traditional Creole dish informed by his Sicilian roots.
Join Rossella Rago for a Culinary Tour of Puglia and Matera
The incomparable Italian food personality Rossella Rago outlined her upcoming culinary tour to Puglia and Matera.
Stuffed Sundried Tomatoes are a Taste of Sicily
Our contributor shares a family sundried tomato recipe from childhood that evokes memories of her Sicilian mother.
Vette from Tenuta San Leonardo: A Mountain-Fresh Sip of Spring
From the foothills of the Dolomites, Vette offers a crisp and refreshing expression of northern Italian Sauvignon Blanc.
Philadelphia’s Italian Market Festival Returns this May
Seven city blocks of old-school Italian American eats, live music, and the traditional procession of saints is coming to Philadelphia.
The Scotto Restaurant Empire Arrives in Charleston with Pelato
The Scotto family has extended their Italian restaurant presence in the south with the opening of Pelato in Charleston.
Inside Casa Cugine with Danny “Cugine” Mondello
In this interview, Danny “Cugine” Mondello talks Italian food, Casa Cugine in Brooklyn, and how he turned social media fame into a neighborhood staple.
Top of the Ridge: Italian Charm in New Hampshire
A peaceful farmhouse in New Hampshire brings guests a flavorful taste of Italy, thanks to the warm hospitality and home-style cooking of Tatiana and Gino Michelizza.
Roasted Chicken in a Hot Garlic and Anchovy Bath
A roast chicken recipe is elevated by a hot baste flavored by garlic, anchovies in a bath of butter and olive oil.
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.
The Allure of Aqua e Vino
Chef Gabriele Grigolon brings Northern Italian tradition and European training to his intimate Charlotte restaurant, Aqua e Vino.
How to Make Focaccia with Potatoes in the Dough
Our contributor shares a recipe for making focaccia with potatoes in the style of the bakers in the region of Puglia
Give Thanksgiving an Italian Twist with Appetito’s Top Recipes
Bring Italian flavor to your Thanksgiving table with Appetito’s favorite sides, lasagnas, and desserts.
Tips from the Book “Bella Figura” to Inspire a More Italian Lifestyle
Here are some tips gleaned from a popular book about living your best life by adopting these Italian practices.
How to Make a “Rustic” Easter Pie
Joanna Moeller returns to her collaborations with Lioni Latticini for her unique version of a rustic Easter Pie.
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.
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.
How to make Old Fashion Cafe’s $50 Golden Martini
The Soho cocktail lounge and restaurant from Apulian brothers celebrated Fashion Week with a luxe martini. Here’s how to make it at home.
Traditional Chicken Piccata
The brief story and delicious recipe behind chicken piccata, a classic Italian American dish.
Postcard from Puglia: An “Offal” Meal at La Locanda da Vito
Our offal enthusiast contributor shares the details of her adventurous meal at a rustic restaurant in Puglia.
How Francesca Marsetti Fuses Branzino with Japanese Flavors
Our contributor shares a recipe from Italian fusion Chef, Francesca Marsetti that marries Branzino and Stracciatella with Teriyaki Sauce.
How to Make Donatella’s Famous Stuffed Meatballs
Celebrity Chef and restaurateur, Donatella Arpaia, shares a recipe that warrants her moniker of the "Meatball Queen."
ai Pazzi to Open at JW Marriott Las Vegas This July
Chef Fabio Viviani brings ai Pazzi to JW Marriott Las Vegas this July, serving handmade pastas, seafood, and Italian cocktails.
How to Channel an Italian Summer…Wherever You Are
Our Health & Wellness expert offers up some practices for an Italian summer for those of us who can't make it to Il Bel Paese.
Meet a Family-Owned EVOO Producer with a Vacation Villa Near Rome
In the hills south of Rome is a vacation villa overlooking the Mediterranean where Villa DiTrapano produces exquisite extra virgin olive oil.
A Reflection on Appetito at 1,000 Published Articles
Appetito's Co-founder and Editor-in-Chief reflects on the milestone of 1,000 articles publishes about Italian food, drink & lifestyle.
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.
Caffè dell’Oro Shines in Florence
A refined and refreshing dining experience awaits just steps from the Ponte Vecchio.
Italian Inspired Seafood Restaurant PISCES Opens at Wynn Las Vegas
PISCES at Wynn Las Vegas brings Italian seafood staples like spaghettini and orata to the Strip, served in a glamorous space inspired by Murano glass.
A Roasted Tomatoes and Burrata Recipe Inspired by a Chef and Olive Oil Collaboration
Acclaimed Boston Chef Karen Akunowicz has teamed up with Siciliy's Bona Furtuna for a signature olive oil perfect for recipes like the one shared with Appetito for roasted tomatoes and burrata with chili.
How to Make Fresh “Egg” Pasta (Without Eggs)
Award-winning food writer Joe Yonan shares a recipe for a vegan-friendly pasta made with high-protein flour and olive oil instead of eggs.
An Italian Food Gift Guide to Celebrate Mother’s Day
Our contributor recommends Italian food gifts from specialty shops and iconic restaurants to celebrate mothers on their special day.
Stock Up Your Italian Pantry for Fall
Whether it’s getting ready for back-to-school weeknight meals or just doing a seasonal refresh, this guide to more than a dozen recommended products will set you up for success.
Meet Silvia Badii, a Modern Winemaker in Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico producer Silvia Badii explains her modern approach to winemaking to our Jennifer Martin in a virtual interview.
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."
My Tuscan Dream Come True
Cookbook author Dena Fenza fulfilled her dream of having an Italian home and became an olive oil producer in the process.
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.
Hotel Santa Caterina Opens Senzafine in Amalfi
The Amalfi Coast landmark introduces Senzafine, a new rooftop restaurant and lounge, joining its distinguished dining collection of Glicine, Al Mare, and La Terrazza.
Ziggy’s Roman Cafe Finds Its Place in DUMBO
A new Roman-inspired cafe brings easygoing Italian cooking, neighborhood energy, and a family-centered spirit to DUMBO.
Butter Made from Parmigiano Reggiano Cream is Better
Our Editor-in-Chief discovers a new butter from Ferrarini, an Italian brand that uses the cream from Parmigiano Reggiano for a sublime condiment.



































































































