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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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 15, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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!

December 11, 2024

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

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

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

How to Make Fresh Tomato Sauce with Zucchini Flowers

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

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

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

Spaghetti with Breadcrumbs and Olives is Perfect “Cucina Povera”

The Italian tradition of resourceful cooking, cucina povera, is exemplified by this southern Italian spaghetti staple.

January 9, 2025