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Chef’s Day Off: San Francisco’s Pizzaiolo Donaldo of Palio
In this installment of Chef’s Day Off, the focus moves from the main kitchen to the pizza oven, following Palio’s longtime pizzaiolo Donaldo through a working day and his life in San Francisco.
Lucania Heads to San Francisco’s Ferry Building
From the team behind A16, Lucania will bring all-day Southern Italian dining to one of San Francisco’s most historic public marketplaces.
There’s Still Time for the Best Italian in San Francisco Restaurant Week
With half-a-week remaining, we are sharing some Italian highlights featured in San Francisco Restaurant Week 2025.
San Francisco’s Italian Heritage Parade Lights Up North Beach
Music, food, and family brought North Beach to life as the San Francisco’s Italian Heritage Parade honored Italian culture, community pride, and generations of tradition.
Flour + Water Brings Frozen Pizza to San Francisco Area Homes
Flour + Water Foods introduces frozen pizza made at its North Beach Pizzeria, bringing three handmade favorites into the San Francisco Bay Area freezers.
Flour + Water Pizza Shop Opens at Mission Rock in San Francisco
Flour + Water Pizza Shop has expanded their San Francisco presence with a new, fast-casual storefront at Mission Rock.
Via Aurelia Opens at San Francisco’s Mission Rock
The Che Fico team brings Tuscan warmth and California polish to Mission Rock with their first fine dining restaurant, Via Aurelia.
Clementina Brings Gluten Free Italian Dining to San Francisco
The new San Francisco trattoria is rethinking what authentic Italian dining can look like for families navigating celiac disease.
Bosco Opens in San Francisco with Italian Cooking and Forest Design
Bosco opens in SoMa with chefs Ryan McIlwraith and Kaili Hill serving housemade pastas, wood-fired dishes, and a thoughtful wine and cocktail program.
Bay Area Ferragosto at Johnny & Sanny’s in Mountain View
Johnny & Sanny’s brings Ferragosto to downtown Mountain View with lobster pasta, patio music, and festive summer energy.
Italian Festivals Across America 2025: Coast to Coast Celebrations
Italian festivals across the U.S. return from August to October 2025, blending food, tradition, and community in cities from New York to San Francisco.
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.
Che Fico Pizzeria Opens at Thrive City in San Francisco
Just in time for the start of the NBA season, the new pizza-focused restaurant from the Che Fico team brings pies to the home of the Golden State Warriors.
Michael Mina Brings Acqua Bistecca to Washington, D.C.
Michael Mina’s Acqua Bistecca brings Italian-inspired seafood, steak, and cocktails to Washington DC in a lively new setting.
Flour + Water, the Bay Area Restaurant, Celebrates 15 Years
Co-Executive Chefs Thomas McNaughton and Ryan Pollnow discuss the month-long anniversary tasting menu, a greatest-hits collection from the pasta-focused San Francisco landmark.
Philadelphia’s Pizzata Pizzeria Now Has Two In-House Champions
Davide Lubrano of Pizzata Pizzeria brought home first place in the Roman Style category at the International Pizza Expo 2025.
Italian Chefs Shine at Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival
From standout tastings to a collaborative Italian dinner, some of Appetito’s favorite chefs bring serious flavor to Pebble Beach Food & Wine 2025.
Una Pizza Napoletana Wins Top Pizza in USA Again
Una Pizza Napoletana has once again been crowned top pizzeria in America by 50 Top Pizza USA. Discover this year’s winners and pizza trends.
Che Fico Parco Menlo Opens in the Bay Area
Che Fico Parco Menlo opens this week at the dining-packed Springline development in Menlo Park, expanding on chef David Nayfeld and restaurateur Matt Brewer’s growing group of restaurants.
Discover the 2025 Italian Film Festival of Marin County
Discover the films, flavors, and highlights of the 2025 Italian Film Festival of Marin County.
Flour + Water Pizzeria Is Now Open In San Francisco
The group behind the acclaimed Flour + Water restaurant has launched its new pizzeria and shop in the Italian-American hub of North Beach.
Robert Biale Vineyards’ Incredible Italian Immigrant Story
Robert Biale discusses the lineage and evolution of his Napa Valley winery, known for its highly rated Zinfandel and Italian varietals.
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.
10 Italian Food and Drink Trends to Watch for in 2025
Italian cuisine’s foothold on American food culture keeps growing. These are the questions we’ll be looking to answer in the year ahead.
Chef Alex Espinoza Keeps Bottega’s Legacy Alive in Napa Valley
At Bottega Napa Valley, Executive Chef Alex Espinoza honors Michael Chiarello’s legacy with heartfelt Italian cooking, local ingredients, and the true meaning of hospitality.
Una Pizza Napoletana by Anthony Mangieri Named World’s Best Pizzeria
The intimate restaurant on NYC’s Lower East Side moved up one slot to earn #1 in the 50 Top Pizza World awards presented in Naples, Italy last night, which featured other US winners.
What’s the Difference Between Pinsa and Pizza?
How is pinsa different from pizza? Appetito's reporter tries it at a new Brooklyn pinseria and checks in with the founder of America's first frozen pinsa brand.
Pasta Salad with Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette is Your Go-to Summer Pleaser
Tossing short pasta with a roasted garlic vinaigrette in a pasta salad is a winner this summer.
43 of the Best Italian Markets in the United States
A guide to where to shop for Italian ingredients and specialty items, or maybe stop in for an Italian sandwich, fresh pasta, and more.
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.
How Fiola Miami Became a Hub For Exclusive Wine and Food Events
Fiola Miami founder Thomas Angelo and his team bring Italian legends in wine and food to Coral Gables, hosting high-end dinners with the likes of Gaja, Antinori, and more.
Talking San Sabino with Angie Rito and Scott Tacinelli
The chefs behind West Village hit Don Angie discuss their brand-new follow-up, the seafood-centric San Sabino, and much more in this Appetito interview.
City Harvest Summer Gala, A Phony Negroni Victory, and more NYC Italian Food News
A seaside theme for City Harvest's big annual fundraiser, another gold for the Phony Negroni in this week's news.
How Alessandro Bordoni, an Italian Video Director, Eats in America
Rimini-born video director Alessandro Bordoni shares his experiences with food as an Italian in America.
Pizza City Fest Hits Los Angeles This Weekend With Serious Pies!
Pizza City Fest Los Angeles is the first West Coast pie throw-down from Steve Dolinsky, the award-winning author, TV host and pizza authority.
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.
The Best Pizza in the U.S., Psychedelic Pasta, and More NYC Italian Food News
NYC hosted the announcement of the winners of the Top 50 Pizza competition, a surrealist Italian restaurant opens in Atlantic City, and restaurant news
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.
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.
One on One with Anthony Mangieri, America’s Most Celebrated Pizzaiolo
An in-depth conversation with the humble pizza maker in New York who has conquered the world with his Neapolitan pies.
10 Italian Food and Drink Trends for 2024
Here are the most exciting and interesting trends we forecast featuring Italian food and drink in the new year.
How the Pace Brothers, from the Band Blonde Redhead, Eat in America
The long-running NYC trio Blonde Redhead features twin brothers Amedeo and Simone Pace, Italians who are still adapting to American cuisine after several decades. The band’s new album, Sit Down For Dinner, comes out this week.
