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An Ode to an Artisanal Pasta Maker and a Squash Pasta Recipe

A chef and educator pays tribute to the symbolism of pasta in Italian gastronomy while recognizing an artisanal producer with a seasonal recipe.

October 30, 2024

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.

September 18, 2023

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

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

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

Positive Influencer: Elena Spisni of @bastachesiapasta

Appetito interviews Elena Spisni, the Bologna-based social media influencer known for her passion for making fresh pasta.

July 22, 2025

Meet the Magic Mind Behind Midnight Pasta

A Q&A with small business-owner, pasta-maker, and expert party-thrower, Natalia Lepore Hagan.

November 17, 2025

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

Spicy Shrimp Pasta from the Low Country

Our contributor from the coast of Carolina shares her regionally-inspired pasta that fuses the cuisine of Italy and the Low Country.

January 18, 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

Barilla’s Heart-shaped Pasta Returns for Valentine’s Day

The boxes of heart-shaped noodles are gracing shelves and at Nordstrom restaurants ahead of Valentine’s Day, while Barilla is also offering a chance to win a “Ring-a-toni” jewelry set.

January 29, 2024

How to Make Grano Duro Pasta Dough

Italian culinary expert Amy Riolo, shares her recipe for making a traditional pasta dough at home using hard wheat or "grano duro."

September 16, 2023

How Much Salt Should You Add to Pasta Water?

The staff at Appetito was curious about the array of salting instructions in recipes, so we asked some of our expert friends for their opinion.

July 18, 2023

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

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

How to Make Nonna Approved Cacio e Pepe

Celebrate World Pasta Day with Italian Street Kitchen’s nonna approved Cacio e Pepe, the most searched pasta in Italy. Creamy, simple, and full of Roman flavor.

October 22, 2025

How to Make Pumpkin Sauce with Locatelli Pecorino Romano

This seasonal recipe for pasta with a creamy pumpkin sauce features Locatelli Pecorino Romano cheese in two ways.

September 22, 2025

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.

August 11, 2025

Real Italian, Real Fast: Vinny DelGiudice’s Pasta with Cauliflower

The first installment of Vinny DelGiudice’s new Appetito column focused on everyday Italian home cooking.

January 27, 2026

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

Noni’s Lighter Turkey Bolognese

This lighter turkey bolognese delivers slow-simmered comfort without the heaviness of the classic sauce.

January 20, 2026

How to Make Scungilli Fra Diavolo Pasta

Fra Diavolo pasta gets a fresh twist with canned scungilli for tender seafood flavor.

September 11, 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

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

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

Easy Sourdough Discard Focaccia

A cozy, olive oil–kissed focaccia that turns leftover starter into an easy, flavorful bake.

February 3, 2026

Spaghetti Alla Checcha From Ristorante Per L’Ora

At Ristorante Per L’Ora in Los Angeles, chef Joey Roacho looked to Italy for inspiration for this delicious, easy-to-make pasta dish.

December 9, 2024

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 10 Most Popular Italian Recipes of 2024

In our first full year as the ultimate online destination for Italian food and drink, these are the recipes that attracted the most eyeballs.

December 10, 2024

Elizabeth’s Italian Opening in Old Bridge, New Jersey

New Jersey's new Italian restaurant promises a personal touch.

January 21, 2026

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.

October 28, 2025

A Holiday Pasta al Forno Featuring Cheeses from Lioni Latticini

Appetito's Joanna Moeller shares her holiday recipe for Pasta al Forno featuring premium cheeses from Lioni Latticini.

December 24, 2025

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.

March 13, 2025

Pasta alla Gricia Is an Often-Overlooked Roman Staple

This variation of the Roman classic, Pasta alla Gricia, touches on aspects of the better-known staples of the Eternal City.

March 24, 2025

How to Make Power Pasta

A nourishing whole grain pasta recipe with fresh greens, lemon, and pistachios that delivers comfort and flavor in every bite.

October 6, 2025

Dēliz is Now Open in Chicago’s Bucktown

The new Bucktown restaurant focuses on wood fired steaks, seafood, and housemade pasta.

December 17, 2025

Basta Cheap Pasta: Prepare to Pay More by Choice Not Tariff

Our Editor-in-Chief weighs in on the pasta tariff controversy while introducing a new series dedicated to artisinal pastas from Italy.

November 21, 2025

Crostata di Nutella, a Delicious Italian Tart

Our contributor continues her tribute to Nutella series with a simple and delicious crostata filled with Italy's heavenly hazelnut spread.

November 7, 2024

An Expat’s Take on Fresh Porcini in a Tuscan Pasta Classic

The elegance of fresh Porcini mushrooms is on display in a recipe from an expat living in the hills of Tuscany.

March 25, 2025

Barilla Releases Limited Edition Snowfall Pasta for the Holidays

The pasta brand continues its seasonal pasta shape series with a circular snowflake design.

November 15, 2024

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.

January 7, 2025

Après-Ski Italian in Aspen: Rubirosa’s Alpine Dining Experience

Mt. Rubirosa pairs a warm dining room with an open-air terrace for Italian favorites in the perfect mountain setting.

January 15, 2026

The Scented Memory of Steak Pizzaiola

A scented, childhood memory of braised steak pizzaiola inspires this recipe for a classic Italian peasant dish.

April 28, 2025

The Simple Perfection of Pasta Aglio e Olio

Our Editor-in-Chief offers a recipe for Pasta Aglio e Olio on the podcast "Beyond The Burner" championing the simplicity of Italian cuisine.

February 28, 2025

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

Mark Gowen’s Casarecce in Cavolo Nero Sauce with Chorizo

Home cook Mark Gowan shares his winter-inspired pasta, a cozy mix of cavolo nero, chorizo and fresh pasta that proves how easy it is to adapt ingredients into a rich and flavorful meal.

November 25, 2025

Cacio e Pepe con Fava e Menta Is so Italopunk

From the blasphemous cookbook, Italopunk, comes the Roman classic of cacio e pepe with fava beans and mint.

July 31, 2025

How to Speak Italian Through the Language of Food

A certified Professional Neurolanguage Coach offers some food-based guidance on language and customs to practice while in Italy.

March 25, 2025

The Pasta Queen Talks Spring Cooking with Max Tucci

Max Tucci connects with Nadia Caterina Munno, The Pasta Queen, to talk about seasonal spring cooking in Italy.

May 13, 2025

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

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

Inside the World of Vincenzo’s Plate

From Sunday lunch in Pescara to pasta lessons for millions, Vincenzo Prosperi shares how family, flavor, and authenticity shaped Vincenzo’s Plate.

Corn Agnolotti From NYC’s The Noortwyck

The Noortwyck’s Corn Agnolotti combines grilled corn, ricotta, parmesan, and summer truffle for a pasta that keeps a touch of summer on the table as fall begins.

October 6, 2025

Sartù di Riso: A Lesser-Known Rice Casserole from Naples

Sartù di riso, a hidden treasure of Neapolitan cuisine served year-round, is both elegant and showstopping.

July 30, 2025

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.

September 25, 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

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.

October 18, 2024

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

An Italian-Inspired Beef Stew

A recipe for an Italian beef stew was inspired by memories of grandmother and is perfect for the cold, winter months.

January 17, 2025

Amore al Dente: Best Italian Restaurants in NYC for Valentine’s Day

A romantic roundup of NYC’s best Italian restaurants for sharing pasta this Valentine’s Day.

February 2, 2026

How to Make Chef Andrea Congiusta’s Sacchetti from Legami

Chef Andrea Congiusta shares his Sacchetti recipe from Legami Charleston — a comforting fall pasta filled with leek and Parmigiano Reggiano and topped with mushroom ragout and goat cheese.

October 23, 2025

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

Pasta-Focused Otto & Pepe is Now Open in Miami’s Wynwood

The new restaurant bills itself as Miami’s first pasta bar and features a natural wine focus, plentiful outdoor space, and a menu from acclaimed Italian chef Viviana Varese.

September 25, 2024

How Italy’s Jure Sanguinis Changes Threaten Italian Food Culture

Italy's new Jure Sanguinis law makes it more difficult for American culinary figures to immerse in their ancestral homeland.

April 16, 2025

Rao’s and Kendall Jenner’s 818 Tequila Introduce Pasta Alla Tequila

The model turned mogul Kendall Jenner partners with Rao’s Homemade sauce to create a new riff on pasta alla vodka with her 818 Tequila brand.

February 16, 2024

Spicy Pasta Primavera to Heat Up Spring

Our contributor shares a recipe for Pasta Primavera that includes a kick from garlic chili sauce and a unique pasta shape.

March 7, 2024

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

Tuscan Cooking Classes in Montepulciano with Chef Magliozzi

Chef Alessio and Emily Magliozzi welcome guests in Montepulciano with private Tuscan cooking classes, custom dining, and true Italian hospitality.

August 19, 2025

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.

December 3, 2025

Meet Joanna Moeller, the Soothing Voice Behind @spaghettiroots_nyc

The Italian-American Instagrammer has amassed a growing following with her mostly Italian-inspired cooking.

January 3, 2025

Houston’s Bari Ristorante Expands to The Woodlands

Bari Ristorante, one of Houston’s most beloved Italian restaurants, is expanding to The Woodlands with a new Waterway Square location.

November 25, 2025

Donna Mare Italian Chophouse Is Now Open in Miami Beach

A new Italian eatery in Miami Beach brings sophisticated Mediterranean ambiance and cuisine to the Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club.

February 5, 2025

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.

September 19, 2024

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

Ezio’s: A New Steakhouse From The Team Behind Roberta’s

From warm focaccia to carefully cooked steaks, Ezio’s offers a dining experience that feels intimate.

January 6, 2026

Pizza, Pasta, and Pesce at the Venice Beach Club in L.A.

Fresh Italian-inspired dishes meet California sunshine at Venice Beach Club, a new seaside spot blending Mediterranean flavor and coastal charm.

October 23, 2025

Cooking Italian at Home with Chef Scott Conant

Chef Scott Conant shares how to cook cleaner and smarter in the New Year, plus an Italian recipe that you can make at home.

January 22, 2026

Shrimp Marsala Is a Sweet & Savory Spin of an Italian Classic

Substituting shrimp for chicken, along with some Low Country touches, results in a sweet & savory use of Marsala wine.

January 6, 2025

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

Rose-shaped Ravioli for Valentine’s Day

TikTok and Instagram personality @dannylovespasta is racking up the views with his take on rose-shaped ravioli. Here, he discusses the viral dish and shares a recipe from his cookbook.

February 6, 2024

Appetito’s Editor-in-Chief Dishes on the Podcast “Beyond The Burner”

Watch Appetito's Andrew Cotto discuss his career and status in Italian food circles on Beyond The Burner podcast.

February 28, 2025

Romantic New York Italian Restaurants for Valentine’s Day

Candlelit trattorias and stylish dining rooms set the tone for an intimate date night.

February 4, 2026

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

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

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.

November 20, 2025

Cacio e Pepe White Asparagus

The chef and co-owner of New York City’s The Noortwyck shares his recipe for springtime white asparagus in a beloved Italian sauce.

April 4, 2024

How Italian Fashion Designer Mariele Di Mauro Eats in America

Amalfi Coast native Mariele Di Mauro moved to NYC in 2010 and shares her experiences with food as an Italian in America.

May 20, 2025

Appetito’s Collection of Seasonal Sips, Sweets, and Stories

Seasonal Italian recipes, cocktails, stories, and inspirations from the Appetito archives.

December 10, 2025

Meet Krista D’Archi, Founder of Gluten-free Pastina Brand Eat Senza

Appetito interviews the founder of East Senza, the first brand to bring gluten-free pastina to the Italian food shelf in the US.

September 4, 2025

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

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.

February 18, 2025

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.

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

Andrew Cotto on the BBC Discussing the UNESCO News

In a conversation with BBC World Business Report host Samantha Fenwick, Appetito Editor in Chief Andrew Cotto breaks down UNESCO’s recognition of Italian cuisine as cultural heritage.

December 15, 2025

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.

December 2, 2024

How to Make Mini Cannoli

These “bambini-size” cannoli made with sheep’s milk ricotta and colorful garnishes are a great treat to make for kids or when entertaining a crowd.

April 3, 2024

Austin’s Asti Trattoria Continues Its Story in Hyde Park

Asti Trattoria thrives in Hyde Park with co-owners Chris Moore and Chef Bryan Beneke, alongside Chef de Cuisine Evan Van Nort, balancing Italian tradition with Austin creativity.

August 27, 2025

Furikake Bucatini with Spicy Garlic Chili Crisp

McCormick highlights the ‘Thoughtfully Borrowed’ cuisine trend including Italian and Japanese-inspired culinary innovations such as this recipe featuring a spice blend with pasta and the trendy chili crisp.

January 17, 2024

Make Your Own Vegan Ricotta Tortellini

In an excerpt from his new book dedicated to plant-based and vegan recipes, food writer Joe Yonan shares a recipe for Ricotta Tortellini.

September 26, 2024