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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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

How to Make Basic Pasta Dough at Home

Our contributor, Chef Jackie Bakula, shares a basic recipe for making fresh pasta dough at home.

October 3, 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

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

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

Pasta in Bianco, the Ultimate Comfort Food

Pasta in Bianco is a simple pleasure typically made at home in Italy. At the recently opened Portrait Milano from the Lungarno Collection, the restaurant 10_11 puts an elegant spin on the dish that also helps fight food waste.

November 2, 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

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

Tagliarini alla Vongole

This tagliarini alla vongole recipe comes from the book Pasta Masterclass, by London-based chef Mateo Zielonka. Here, he uses the ribbon-shaped tagliarini pasta to pair with flavorful clams and herbs, a delicious take on the classic linguine alla vongole.

November 30, 2023

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

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

Sausage Lumache Bake

In an excerpt from his entertaining new book, The Story of Pasta, Steven Guarnaccia tells the story of pasta shapes, such as lumache, the basis of this baked pasta and sausage dish.

October 5, 2023

Steven Guarnaccia Tells ‘The Story of Pasta’

The illustrator and author Steven Guarnaccia has written a whimsical new children’s book telling the story behind iconic and lesser-known pasta shapes. Here, he riffs on his favorite noodles and more.

October 5, 2023

Pasta al Pomodoro is Simple and Satisfying

Skyler Mapes and Giuseppe Morisani, owners of EXAU Olive Oil, share a recipe for pasta and tomatoes from their new book, "The Olive Oil Enthusiast."

August 8, 2023

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

Culinary Expert Amy Riolo on Pasta and Health

Chef and Mediterranean lifestyle ambassador Amy Riolo provides six things to look out for when you eat pasta so that you can make sure you are getting all the nutrients to enjoy as much as possible.

November 16, 2023

Baked Pasta With Salmon

In this baked pasta with salmon dish from Steven Guarnaccia's new book The Story of Pasta, shell-shaped conchiglie serve as a base for vegetables and fish in a creamy sauce.

October 17, 2023

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

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

Roasted Vegetable Mafaldine

In an excerpt from his entertaining new book, The Story of Pasta, Steven Guarnaccia tells the story of pasta shapes, such as mafaldine, a ribbon pasta with ruffled edges, which gets paired with roasted vegetables in this recipe.

October 11, 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

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

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

Pici Pasta with Potatoes and Beans

Pici pasta with potatoes and beans is a recipe from the new cookbook Pasta et Al. The dish calls for a fresh, thick-rolled pasta in a Tuscan preparation.

November 27, 2023

Mano Bella, a North Carolina Italian Market of Love and Food

Here's the (love) story behind Mano Bella Artisan Foods and its new flagship cafe and market in Charlotte, NC.

March 7, 2024

Giada De Laurentiis on the Holidays and Giadzy

Appetito interviews Italian food icon Giada De Laurentiis about the unique products from Giadzy and her holiday gift ideas.

November 30, 2023

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

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

The Global Influences of Italian Chef Diego Negri

Roman-born, internationally experienced Diego Negri, the executive chef at NYC hotspot Saint Theo's, shares the five dishes that influenced his career.

August 14, 2023

Make St. Joseph’s Day Pasta the Brooklyn Roots Way

Acclaimed chef Thomas Perone of Brooklyn Roots shares his recipe for St. Joseph's Day Pasta featuring marinated fish and robust aromatics.

March 18, 2024

What to Know About Travelers, Poets & Friends in NYC

Appetito celebrates a new Italian market that is an all-day affair from the folks at beloved restaurants Alice and Osteria 57.

March 5, 2024

Making Pasta from Scratch: Five Tips from a Food Network Star

Chef and Food Network star Antonia Lofaso shares five tips for pasta making at home.

August 7, 2023

Make Your Own Ricotta Cavatelli

Tutore, a new Italian cooking school in Chicago, offers instruction on how to make your own Ricotta Cavatelli.

October 11, 2023

Marcella Hazan’s Culinary Tools Will be in the Smithsonian

To celebrate the life and work of the legendary Italian cookbook author and teacher on the centennial of her birth, Marcella Hazan’s family donated her Italian cooking instruments to the esteemed institution.

April 17, 2024

How to Make a Basic Bolognese Sauce

Our Editor-in-Chief shares his most basic recipe for a classic Bolognese meat sauce that emphasizes the aromatics at the base.

December 27, 2023

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

The Dietary Benefits of Ceci con Sarde (Chickpeas with Sardines)

A registered dietitian weighs in on the health benefits of combining chickpeas and sardines in a dish we call Ceci con Sarde.

August 29, 2023

Wild Olive Busiate with Fried Anchovy and Tomato

Wild olive busiate with fried anchovy and tomato takes a unique dough and pairs it with a Calabrian-inspired pasta shape for a memorable recipe from the new cookbook Pasta et Al.

November 13, 2023

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

Cacio e Pepe Cabbage Is Quick, Hearty, and Delicious

Our contributor puts a spin on Cacio e Pepe featuring cabbage instead of pasta for a fast, hearty, and delicious weeknight dinner.

November 16, 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

Appetito Review: Flour + Water Pasta

Our Editor-in-Chief, Andrew Cotto, took a deep dive into an artisinal pasta from the famed San Francisco eatery, Flour + Water.

June 26, 2023

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

How to Use Summer Clams to Make Linguini alle Vongole

Our contributor shares a recipe for a quintessential Italian pasta for summer featuring clams fresh from the sea.

July 23, 2024

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

How to Make Fresh Tomato Sauce with Zucchini Flowers

In Fun with Zucchini Flowers, Part 3, a simple tomato sauce meets a secret ingredient.

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.

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

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

Roasted Beets and Winter Citrus From Saint Theo’s

This is the perfect addition to your cold-weather dinner menu, combining roasted beets and a mix of orange, blood orange, and grapefruit for a blast of sunshine.

January 26, 2024

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

In Praise of the Braise: Short Ribs

Our EIC shares his passion for braised meats in winter months with this recipe for succulent short ribs in a Tuscan style.

January 2, 2024

Chef Francesca Marsetti: A Master of Fusion Food

Our contributor introduces Appetito readers to Chef Francesca Marsetti who is a master of Italian fusion cooking.

June 4, 2024

When Pasta Met Chickpeas

Pasta con Ceci is a beautiful marriage of pantry staples that should be a staple of any meatless Mondays or any other day ending in "Y."

June 23, 2023

Chickpea Soup With Tuma Cheese

A chickpea soup from Sicily that's creamy and rich, with Tuma cheese added for texture and flavor, excerpted from the new cookbook, The Food of Sicily.

October 30, 2023

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

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.

August 20, 2024

How to Make Chicken Cacio e Pepe

Our Editor-in-Chief takes a beloved pasta sauce and adapts it to a chicken dinner.

August 2, 2023

Rubirosa Expands Its Product Line With New Pasta Sampler

The NYC pizzeria rolled out a line of jarred sauces and other products last year, and now features pasta kits and an upcoming pasta sampler gift box.

October 26, 2023

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

The Bolognese al Coltello Recipe You Need To Try

Bolognese al Coltello is a classic Italian dish that consists of several types of meat, tomatoes, onions, and other spices. Make it at home and serve it over fettuccine.

June 12, 2023

Italian Food Ingredients To Buy On Prime Day

Amazon’s Prime Days offer a great excuse to stock up on your Italian pantry.

July 11, 2023

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

The Skinny on Being a Slender Italian Food Writer

Our Editor-in-Chief shares the best practices for his remaining fit despite his vocation as an Italian food writer.

August 26, 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

This Basil Gimlet is a Refreshing Spring Sip 

The Botanist Islay Dry Gin suggests this bright, herbaceous cocktail for the onset of warmer weather.

March 26, 2024

How to Make Grouper Picatta

Our contributor from South Carolina shares her recipe for grouper, a versatile and delicious fish from the Atlantic.

April 22, 2024

How to Make a Dirty Martini Pizza

Gelso & Grand’s “The Dirty Aly” is a clever twist on the dirty martini flavor profile in pizza form. Here’s how to make it at home.

April 9, 2024

Dirty Martini Dip From NYC’s Chelsea Living Room

This creamy dip mirrors the flavors of the classic dirty martini for the ultimate (adult) party snack that doubles as a conversation piece.

June 25, 2024

A Legendary Ferrari Driver’s Favorite Pasta

An Italian chef in California reprises a favorite tortellini dish of a legendary Ferrari driver: Cappellacci di Zucca alla Mantovana.

November 19, 2023

My Mother’s Posthumous Pesto Recipe

Chef instructor and food writer Viola Buotoni shares a heartfelt story about her mother's pesto and the inspiration for this recipe.

July 20, 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

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

The Winter Vegetable Series, Part 1: Peperonata

Our contributor kicks off a Winter Vegetable series with a sauteed pepper dish that works in so many ways.

Must-Have Kitchen Equipment for Italian Cooking—On Sale!

These Amazon deals on kitchen equipment make it a great time to stock up and improve your Italian cooking experience.

August 1, 2023

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

10 Insider Tips to Make the Best Meatballs

We asked 10 chefs and Italian food experts for their recommendations to make delicious, flavorful, well-structured meatballs. Here’s what they shared.

June 15, 2023

Dinner Parties, New Restaurants, US Open Chefs, and more New York Italian Food News

A dinner series in the East Village, a new Rosemary’s is coming, chefs announced for the U.S. Open Tennis Championship, a Hudson Valley chef comes home, and more.

July 28, 2023

The Familial Influences of Chef Michael Hanna

Chef Michael Hanna of St. Vito Focacceria shares the inspiration of his Italian roots in the American South.

September 21, 2023