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Amatriciana at Roscioli: A Classic Roman Recipe

Kicking off Regional Italian Series Episode 1, Rome sets the tone with a classic amatriciana from Roscioli, a dish that captures the city’s identity on the plate.

April 28, 2026

Easy Sourdough Discard Focaccia Recipe

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

February 3, 2026

Heirloom Recipes from the Scotto Family of Pelato

Anthony Scotto III reflects on the family recipes and traditions behind Pelato.

February 13, 2026

Pistachio Hot Chocolate Recipe With Pistachio Cookies

A cozy winter recipe pairing creamy pistachio hot chocolate with tender pistachio cookies is the perfect way to beat the cold-weather blues.

January 12, 2026

Spicy Shrimp Arrabbiata Pasta Recipe with Linguine

Try this 25-minute Spicy Shrimp Arrabbiata pasta recipe. Featuring Michael’s of Brooklyn sauce, it's a fast, delicious seafood meal perfect for any night.

December 17, 2025

Italian Potato, String Bean & Onion Salad Recipe

Simple ingredients and timeless flavors make this a recipe you'll want to serve all season.

July 7, 2026

Chicken Parmigiana Recipe Inspired by Italian Family Traditions

Crispy, cheesy, and deeply satisfying, this beloved Italian-American classic remains a favorite for good reason.

June 15, 2026

Grilled Portobello Mushroom Parmigiana Recipe for Summer Grilling

Craving something rich and satisfying without meat? This grilled portobello mushroom parmigiana delivers bold flavor straight from the grill.

May 6, 2026

Pappa al Pomodoro Recipe from Danimade Kitchen

A rustic Tuscan tomato and bread stew that transforms simple ingredients into something deeply flavorful.

March 20, 2026

Introducing Babies to Italian Food: Family Recipes for First Meals

From semolino and zucchini puree to pasta and spezzatino, these Italian-inspired first foods make mealtime easy for babies and the whole family.

Illy Affogato Recipe: The Easy Italian Coffee Dessert for Summer

With just a scoop of gelato and a shot of espresso, this classic Italian dessert delivers a refreshing summer treat in minutes.

June 12, 2026

Bella’s Peach Tart Recipe with Mascarpone and Grand Marnier

Part Southern comfort, part Italian indulgence, this make-ahead dessert is designed for long summer evenings.

June 4, 2026

Mother’s Day at Home: Favorite Italian Brunch Recipes

Skip the crowded brunch spots this year and bring the celebration home with Italian inspired dishes.

May 8, 2026

Pastina al Formaggino: Creamy Italian Comfort Food Recipe

This creamy take on a childhood classic brings a different kind of comfort to the table.

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.

A “Mastermind’s” Recipe for National Meatball Day

The Appetito acclaimed "Meatball Mastermind" shares his recipe for National Meatball Day using sausage, peppers and onions.

March 6, 2025

Two Recipes for Xmas Eve Featuring Michael’s of Brooklyn Sauces

Content creator & food influencer Danielle Caminiti shares two recipes for Xmas Eve featuring sauces from Michael's of Brooklyn.

December 18, 2025

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

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.

November 26, 2025

Tucci in Italy Season 2 Recap – Sicily’s History, Culture and Recipes

From Mount Etna to Palermo and beyond, follow Stanley Tucci's Sicilian food journey and cook along with Appetito recipes.

Inside Lido: Recipes and Stories from Italy’s Beach Clubs

What began as a way to share Italy with their daughter becomes a cookbook shaped by years of travel, capturing the food and culture of the country’s beach clubs.

Après Italiano Cocktail Recipe with Holiday Vodka at Pearl Box NYC

A refreshing après-ski cocktail from Holiday Vodka and Pearl Box brings citrus, spice and subtle bitterness into an easy, at-home sip.

April 1, 2026

Miami’s ViceVersa’s New Futurist Cocktails + Recipe

ViceVersa unveils a new cocktail experience shaped by artistry, emotion, and a touch of the unexpected.

December 2, 2025

Easter Recipe Roundup & Our EIC on ABC News Live (4/4)

Appetito shares our favorite recipes for the Easter holiday and news of our EIC appearing live on ABC to demo some of the dishes.

March 30, 2026

Embracing My Italian Roots and a Lamb Recipe for Easter

Our contributors visit to her ancestral village inspired an Easter tradition back home featuring the lamb recipe included.

April 2, 2025

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.

November 5, 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

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

John Bersani’s New Book Is about Friends & Recipes from Chianti

An expat in the heart of Chianti Country describes his new book dedicated to the friends and recipes in his adopted hometown.

February 19, 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

A Family Lasagna Recipe from a Legendary Brooklyn Restaurant

Chef Matthew Cutolo of Brooklyn's legendary Gargiulo's restaurant shares his family recipe for Neapolitan lasagna.

October 2, 2024

Three Next-Level Negroni Recipes From Dante

The top-ranked bar program celebrates Negroni Week along with bars around the world. Here, Dante offers three versions of the classic Italian cocktail to try at home.

September 17, 2024

An Ode to My Mother and Her Recipe for Chicken Cotto

Our Editor-in-Chief shares a recipe from his mother and pays tribute to her for instilling a love of food in him.

May 9, 2024

Alex Guarnaschelli’s Easter Memories and Recipes

The star of multiple Food Network shows, including Ciao House, shares family memories of Easter and a few tasty menu ideas for salads and sides.

March 21, 2024

A Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe for a Thanksgiving to Remember

Max Tucci shares a Thanksgiving memory from Florence and a pumpkin swirl cheesecake recipe from his cookbook.

November 15, 2023

A Recipe Inspired by Fennel Pollen and Friendship

Pasta with sausage and fennel pollen ragu takes a simple combination of meat, red onion, and tomato puree, and becomes something magical with the addition of an unexpected ingredient.

October 25, 2023

Jessi and Alessio Pasini on Their Debut Cookbook, From Italy With Amore

The creators behind a popular Italian-American social media account share how family recipes, seasonal cooking and authentic traditions inspired their first cookbook.

Jessi and Alessio Pasini’s Summer Bruschetta

This fresh tomato bruschetta from From Italy With Amore celebrates the simple ingredients that define Italian summer cooking.

July 1, 2026

Ricotta and Citron Easter Pie from Grandma Sessa

This family recipe brings citrus, spice, and tradition to the Easter table.

April 2, 2026

Noni’s Lighter Turkey Bolognese

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

January 20, 2026

Anna Gass Returns for Season 2 of Instant Italian

The cookbook author and television host is back with a new season designed to make Italian cooking feel easier than ever.

June 25, 2026

Regional Italian: Back to Sicily with Victoria Granof

Behind a simple cookie made with wine and wild fennel lies a story of migration, memory, and one woman's lifelong search for Sicily.

June 10, 2026

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

How to Make Pistachio Tiramisu

In the wake of National Tiramisu Day (3/21), Appetito reshares a unique recipe from a Miami-based Italian chef that features pistachio.

March 23, 2026

5 Ingredient Italian Sausage Tray Bake With Fennel and Potatoes

A simple one-pan dinner brings together sweet, savory and tangy flavors with almost no prep.

January 14, 2026

Max Tucci’s Truffle and Mushroom Risotto with Pozzi Rice

Inspired by generations of Italian cooking, this risotto rewards patience with every spoonful.

June 23, 2026

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

Valentine’s Day Gluten Free Amaretto Raspberry Cake

A soft almond cake with raspberries that works beautifully for brunch or dessert.

February 10, 2026

Italian Rainbow Cookies from The Scone Queen Bakes

Chef Danielle Sepsy shares her nostalgic recipe for Italian rainbow cookies, inspired by her grandmother and featured in her debut cookbook The Scone Queen Bakes.

March 10, 2026

The Negroni Sbagliato Is the “Mistake” You Want to Make

Our Editor-in-Chief shares the origins of the Negroni Sbagliato and his favorite way to enjoy this "mistaken" cocktail.

April 29, 2026

Lent-Friendly Citrus Salmon with Burst Tomatoes

This one pan citrus roasted salmon with burst tomatoes and peppers is a bright, effortless dinner that carries you from Lent straight into spring.

February 19, 2026

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

My Mother’s Secret Martini Recipe

Our Editor-in-Chief, Andrew Cotto, takes over the aperitivo hour to share both his mother's martini recipe and a salute to Tony Bennett.

July 22, 2023

A Cozy New Latte for the Season: illy’s Vanilla Clove Caffè Latte

illy’s Vanilla Clove Caffè Latte, a warm seasonal recipe with notes of vanilla and clove.

December 3, 2025

How to Make Tagliolini with Norcia Black Truffle Cream

Michelin-star chef Emanuele Mazzella shares his recipe for tagliolini that features black truffle, a prized ingredient from Umbria.

September 9, 2025

Why Illy’s Caramellow is the Little Coffee Indulgence You Need

Illy’s Caramellow blends bold Brazil Cerrado Mineiro espresso with silky caramel cream for a sweet, layered coffee moment.

November 18, 2025

Gluten Free Holiday Desserts Everyone Will Love

Gluten free desserts that belong on your holiday table.

December 22, 2025

Peach and Basil Muffins That Taste Like Summer in Italy

Inspired by garden-fresh ingredients, these muffins offer a sweet and savory taste of the season.

June 16, 2026

Amalfi Sauce: The Lemon Ricotta Pasta You’ll Make All Summer

One bite of this silky lemon sauce and you'll understand why the Amalfi Coast remains a culinary icon.

June 2, 2026

Chef Joe Isidori’s Family-Style Meatballs with Ricotta

Chef Joe Isidori brings old-school flavor to Arthur & Sons through family-style meatballs topped with fresh ricotta.

December 4, 2025

Rigatonini with Andouille Sausage, Lacinato Kale and Cannellini Beans

I'm loving all things rigatoni right now, especially in hearty recipes like this one.

June 22, 2026

‘Ino’s Red Wattle Pork Meatballs Already Feel Iconic

Chef Jamie Kenyon’s Red Wattle pork meatballs have become a signature at ‘Ino, earning a devoted following for their delicate texture, vibrant flavor, and thoughtful nod to both heritage and tradition.

November 20, 2025

Roman Rice Stuffed Tomatoes: A Roman Comfort Dish

A Roman summer classic made with arborio rice, Pecorino Romano and ripe tomatoes, this comforting dish brings the flavors of Rome straight to your table.

February 18, 2026

Italian Chocolate Salami: A Classic No-Bake Easter Dessert

Italian chocolate salami is a classic no-bake dessert traditionally served in Italy during Easter and other holidays.

March 23, 2026

A Fast, Easy Recipe for a Delicious, Healthy Salmon Oreganata

Our Editor-in-Chief shares his favorite variety of a classic Italian dish, a fast salmon oreganata recipe that comes together in under 30 minutes.

September 6, 2023

Not “Alla Norma” Pasta

Eggplant, tomatoes, capers, and basil come together in this easy pasta dish.

June 24, 2026

Domenica Marchetti on Her New Cookbook: Italian Cookies

Italian cookbook author Domenica Marchetti shares the details of her forthcoming title dedicated to Italian cookies.

March 18, 2026

The Heart of Little Italy Beats at Sarabella’s in North Myrtle Beach

Family recipes, homemade specialties and Italian-American traditions are at the heart of Sarabella's.

July 2, 2026

Add Style to the Menu with this ‘Devil Wears Prada’-Inspired Crimson Silk Cocktail

For those looking to bring a bit of “Runway”-level glamour to their own bar cart, Riunite shares its Crimson Silk recipe with Appetito.

May 7, 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 Summer Sunshine Squash Stew

This Italian-inspired yellow squash stew celebrates the flavors of summer with fresh vegetables, herbs, and tomatoes.

July 8, 2026

Easter Roast Lamb (Agnello Arrosto) with Pancetta and Potatoes

This classic Italian roast lamb is a simple, flavorful dish traditionally served in spring and at Easter.

March 30, 2026

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.

January 14, 2026

Nogroni from Fluère Offers NA Negroni Bliss

A mindful sip inspired by an Italian classic.

February 5, 2026

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

Sipping and Sunning: Mana Breeze Italicus-Infused Cocktail

This seasonal cocktail from El Ta'Koy pairs juicy watermelon and mezcal with Italicus for a refreshing summer sip.

June 17, 2026

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

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

March 19, 2026

Holiday Brussels Sprouts with Caciocavallo from Lioni Latticini

Appetito's Joanna Moeller shares her holiday recipe for a crispy artichoke dish featuring a premium Caciocavallo cheese.

December 23, 2025

How to Make Italian Stuffed Peaches with Amaretti and Chocolate

With summer in full swing, this recipe for stuffed peaches with cookies and chocolate is a perfect celebration of the season.

August 20, 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

Joanne (Giovanna) Mosconi on “The Chef of Greenwich Village”

Joanne Mosconi writes about "The Chef of Greenwich Village," a love letter to the food and accomplishments of her beloved father.

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

Casarecce with Pesto and Crispy Calamari from Lido

From Lido: Recipes and Stories from Italy’s Beach Clubs, this pesto pasta with crispy calamari captures the coastal flavors and simple cooking of Italy’s best beaches.

Saint Bibiana’s Tiramisu Cooking Class in Savannah

This hands-on tiramisu experience highlights technique and personal touch.

March 24, 2026

Oak City Amaretto: A Family Legacy Bottled

What began as a treasured Sicilian family recipe has grown into one of America's award-winning craft amaretto brands.

June 30, 2026

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

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.

December 23, 2025

Buon Natale: An Italian Aspic Christmas!

This classic holiday dish connects Italian tradition, family memory, and the art of the festive table.

December 16, 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

A Simple, Delicious Baked Fish Puttanesca Recipe

Spearfisherwoman and author, Valentine Thomas, shares from her new cookbook, Good Catch: A Guide to Sustainable Fish & Seafood with Recipes from the World's Oceans, a recipe inspired by a childhood memory.

June 20, 2023

Matty Matheson, Everyday Magic, and the Italianita’ of Mushrooms

The Mushroom Council’s campaign, featuring Matty Matheson, reflects Italian cooking, where simple ingredients create strong flavor.

April 30, 2026

How to Make NOLET’s Strawberry Negroni Spritz

NOLET Gin has shared an ideal summer spritz recipe that includes strawberry infusion and aspects of the classic negroni.

August 1, 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

How to Make Italian Spinach Ditalini

This simple Italian ditalini with spinach is finished in a silky spinach purée with garlic, olive oil, and Parmigiano for an easy, comforting meal.

Francesco Redi on Why the World Needs a Tiramisù World Cup

The Tiramisù World Cup returns to Treviso October 10–12, 2025, with 240 desserts competing. Founder Francesco Redi shares why this event has become a global celebration of Italy’s most iconic spoon dessert.

September 10, 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

How to Make Mussels Marinara

Content creator Danielle Caminiti shares her recipe for Mussels Marina featuring the sauce of Michael's of Brooklyn.

December 17, 2025

Italian American Classics, Part I: Chicken Piccata

The first recipe in a five-part series with an acclaimed Brooklyn chef features the silky, zesty classic of chicken piccata.

January 23, 2025

Italian American Classics, Part II: Stuffed Shells

The Classic Italian American series with Chef Matthew Cutolo of legendary Brooklyn restaurant Gargiulo's continues with Stuffed Shells.

January 30, 2025