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Sicilian Summer Salsa Topper for Ferragosto and Grilling
One colorful bowl can transform everything from grilled fish to crusty bread.
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.
Italian Tuna Salad Featuring Bona Furtuna’s Everyday EVOO
Joanna Moeller celebrates the arrival of Bona Furtuna's Everyday EVOO in Whole Foods Markets with this Sicilian tuna salad.
How Sicily’s Past Inspired Author Carlo Treviso’s Siciliana
A centuries-old rebellion sparked a novel that invites readers to see Sicily through a different lens.
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.
Domenica Marchetti on Her New Cookbook: Italian Cookies
Italian cookbook author Domenica Marchetti shares the details of her forthcoming title dedicated to Italian cookies.
How to Make a Sicilian Fig Torta
Fresh figs don't last long, and neither will this summer cake once it comes out of the oven.
Italian Food News: New Restaurants, Menus and More (July 25)
From Atlanta to New Orleans and beyond, Italian-inspired dining continues to grow with fresh concepts and creative ideas.
Historic Angelo Brocato of New Orleans Sparks Childhood Memories
In New Orleans, Angelo Brocato has been an icon for more than 120 years serving Sicilian pastries and gelato.
A Taste of Sicily: Easy Pesto alla Trapanese with Sundried Tomatoes
This Sicilian classic is quick to prepare and packed with authentic flavor.
How to Make Nonna Pina’s Stuffed Artichokes
In the first recipe from I Will Be Your Grandmother, Sicilian chef Mario Traina shares the stuffed artichokes his grandmother made slowly and generously for family dinners in Sicily.
Not “Alla Norma” Pasta
Eggplant, tomatoes, capers, and basil come together in this easy pasta dish.
How to Make Sicilian Durum Wheat Polenta with Kohlrabi Ragù
An old world Sicilian dish transforms cracked grain and a rare vegetable into something deeply rich and sustaining.
Real Italian, Real Fast: Polpette di Melanzane al Sugo
This classic Italian eggplant meatball recipe makes an easy and satisfying meatless meal.
Euphoria and Incanto: Two Taormina Restaurants Worth the View
The Quartucci family has transformed two of Taormina's most sought-after dining destinations into celebrations of Sicily's flavors, landscapes, and traditions.
How to Make Sicilian Tapenade for Your Antipasto Platter
Bring a taste of Sicily to your table with this easy olive and caper tapenade. It's a savory spread that adds instant Mediterranean flair to any antipasto platter or appetizer board.
How to Make My Mother’s “Fall Apart” Artichokes
Joanna Moeller winds up her artichoke series with this soft and savory recipe passed down from her grandmother and adapted by her mother.
Cannizzaro Sauces: Old World Flavor, New South Home
From farmers markets to regional shelves, a Charlotte sauce company grows one jar at a time.
Nino Coniglio on Lucky Charlie and Coal Oven Pizza in Bushwick
The Williamsburg Pizza founder shares the philosophy behind his restaurants, from Italian American tradition to late-night dining in Bushwick.
Appetito’s Favorite Italian Books for the Last Minute Shopper
A smart and simple gift guide to Italian books worth wrapping (and unwrapping).
From California to Cannoli: Dara’s Sicilian Life with Santi
What started with a chance beach encounter turned into a life of food, family, and storytelling in the Sicilian countryside. Dara shares what it’s like to build a home with Santi in the heart of Italy.
The Second Rise of Zepeddie’s in Charlotte’s LoSo
After more than two decades, Zepeddie’s is back in Charlotte’s LoSo district, revived by the Zepsa family.
No Italian Blood Required: What Italy Taught Me About Italian Cooking
Chef Jennifer Bajsel discusses what Tuscany and Sicily taught her about cooking Italian food with humility.
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.
ORIUNDI’s Anthony Castelvecchi on Preserving Italian Heritage
The story of Italian heritage reaches far beyond Italy's borders.
Caponata with Artichokes is a Twist on the Classic Sicilian Dish
Replacing the celery with artichokes is a nice variation to the classic Sicilian sweet & sour dish of Caponata.
Biancomangiare: The Ultimate Sicilian Summer Dessert
Discover Biancomangiare, a refreshing, silky Sicilian summer dessert that is gluten free, vegan and requires no baking.
Come to Sicily this Spring with Cookbook Author Victoria Granof
Victoria Granof, food stylist, director and author of the brand-new book “Sicily, My Sweet,” is hosting a sweet retreat in Sicily this spring.
“The Last Letter from Sicily” Serves Up Family, Fiction, and Flavor
Appetito interviews Lindsay Marie Morris about her Italian roots and their inspiration of her novel "The Last Letter from Sicily."
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.
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.
Mi Amo Amaro: The Soul of Italy in a Glass
Across Venice, Tuscany, and Sicily, a quest to understand amaro uncovers the history, craft, and heart of Italy’s bittersweet tradition.
Tana Delivers Thoughtful Sicilian Cuisine in New Orleans Style
Chef Michael Gulotta's third New Orleans area concept passionately blends his Sicilian roots with the cuisine of his hometown.
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.
Bad Ass Bolognese and a Super Charcuterie Board for the Big Game
Our Editor-in-Chief shares a Big Game menu complete with an elaborate charcuterie board and a muscular Bolognese ragu.
Autumn in Monferrato: A 3-Day Culinary Escape to Northern Italy
The most memorable taste of autumn in Italy isn't found in a city.
A Shortcut to Tender Pork Poached in Olive Oil
Try this expedited recipe for a version of Dario Cecchini's "Tonno di Chianti" which is pork poached in olive oil.
What a Sicilian Stuffed Artichoke Can Teach About Memory and Family
The first installment of Sicilian chef Mario Traina’s new column, I Will Be Your Grandmother, reflects on memory, family, and the emotional rituals surrounding Nonna Pina’s stuffed artichokes.
The Italian Summer Kitchen: A Love Letter from Cathy Whims
Inspired by long afternoons in Tuscany and Umbria, Cathy Whims’ new cookbook captures the joy of summer meals shared outdoors - with recipes like her fiery Pollo alla Diavola.
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.
Victoria Granof Dishes on Her New Cookbook: Sicily, My Sweet
Acclaimed food stylist and cookbook author Victoria Granof shares the inspiration for her new collection of Sicilian dessert recipes.
Season’s Drinkings Gift Guide: Italian-Style!
The Italian drinks that turn any holiday moment into a celebration.
Human Zero Waste: How a Sicilian Kitchen Became a Classroom
In Catania, a chef is using the kitchen to teach young people about food, community, and possibility.
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.
Stuffed Sundried Tomatoes are a Taste of Sicily
Our contributor shares a family sundried tomato recipe from childhood that evokes memories of her Sicilian mother.
The Italian Saying That Celebrates Leftovers
In Italy, some dishes are expected to improve simply by waiting.
Joey Maggiore Talks Brunch King, The Italiano, and Italian Food in Arizona
The chef and restaurateur publishes his first cookbook with wild spins on brunch items, and opens his latest restaurant concept, bringing upscale Italian-American cuisine to the desert.
Grilled Spicy Swordfish Caponata as a Nod to Sicily
Our contributor taps her Italian roots to create a recipe where grilled swordfish is topped with a spicy caponata.
Victoria Granof’s Spiced Mosto Cotto Cookies, Spicchiteddi
Renowned cookbook author Victoria Granof shares her recipe for Spicchiteddi, a somewhat sweet, fragrant and spicy cookie from Sicily.
Biscotti for Breakfast as Inspired by Nonna’s Friend “Stella Dora”
A renowned cookbook author shares her recipe for Annisette Toasts and a charming anecdote about her grandmother's store-bought secret.
Tucci in Italy Season 2 Recap: The Magic of Le Marche
Wild mussels, handmade pasta and generations-old recipes reveal why this Adriatic region deserves a closer look.
Alessandra Fontana, a TikTok Sensation, on Her New Book
Italian baking sensation and viral cooking instructor Alessandra Fontana shares the origins of her new cookbook.
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.
Perfect Panini: Zucchini Alla Scapece in Panelle
A clever summer sandwich using the season’s best zucchini, with chickpea fritters in lieu of bread, from the mind of Portland chef Cathy Whims.
Pizza Czar Anthony Falco on Heritage and Global Dough
Pizza Czar author Anthony Falco shares his journey from Brooklyn to the world stage, exploring his Sicilian heritage, flour myths, and pizza’s global future.
A Reflection on Appetito at 1,000 Published Articles
Appetito's Co-founder and Editor-in-Chief reflects on the milestone of 1,000 articles publishes about Italian food, drink & lifestyle.
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.
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.
Settepani Harlem Celebrates 25 Years of Italian Culinary Tradition
Settepani marked 25 years in Harlem with a celebration that honored the bakery’s journey, its family roots, and the community that has supported them every step of the way.
Muffulettu, the Meatless Version of a Muffuletta
A co-owner of Porgy's Seafood Market in New Orleans explains the origins of a Muffulettu sandwich and provides a recipe.
Inside the Newly Opened Hotel Calimala Milano
A stylish boutique hotel in Porta Venezia is defined by thoughtful details and warm hospitality.
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.
The Story of Maria Grammatico, from Poverty to Sicilian Pastry Icon
Our contributor shares the inspiring story of Maria Grammatico, the owner of a legendary Sicilian pasticceria.
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.
Sicilian Meatloaf is a Comfort Food Classic
Sicilian Meatloaf, known as polpettone in Sicily, features a range of ingredients that depends on who's cooking it. This version, from the new book The Food of Sicily, features ham, provolone, greens, and hard-boiled eggs. Here's how to make it.
Anto’s Pizza Puts Conway, South Carolina, on the Map
At Anto’s Pizza Romana in Conway, technique, tradition, and competition-level precision are shaping one of the area’s most talked-about pizzerias.
Focaccia with Black Olives and Rosemary
This focaccia with black olives and rosemary serves as the template for any number of delicious variations of another Sicilian favorite from the new book, The Food of Sicily.
Biscotti al Limone
Make a batch of biscotti al limone, Sicilian lemon biscuits for teatime, a snack, or even dessert
Regional Italian Desserts and Where to Get Them in NYC
Our correspondent and pastry chef shares a tour of regional Italian desserts and where to find them in New York City.
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.
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.
Italian Brand Pistakio Wants to Make Pistachios Mainstream in America
Appetito interviews a founder of a new Italian brand, Pistakio, about their mission to make their spread a staple in American pantries.
There’s Great Italian Food to be Found in Unlikely Places
A frequent traveler shares some surprising Italian food gems discovered far from the confines of New York City.
Sicilian Coconut Granita to Beat the Summer Heat
Appetito's "Dolce Queen" Ale Gambini shares the recipe for coconut granita, a semi-frozen Sicilian dessert that's perfect for cooling down or as a quick pick-me-up.
Panzanella Salad with a Twist
Panzanella salad inspiration strikes our Editor-in-Chief thanks to a recent recipe featuring roasted tomatoes and Burrata.
Your Italian Food & Wine Horoscope for 2025
Astrology meets Aperitivo! We’ve paired every Astrological sign with its perfect food and wine for the year 2025.
Italian Food Company is a Little Italy for the Florida Keys
A South Florida couple with ties to Italy started building the Italian Food Company on a whim. A few years later, they have three locations, a loyal following, Italian chefs and pizza makers, and a new concept slated for spring.
What To See And Eat In Palermo, Sicily
A quick guide to the must-visit sites, markets, and restaurants in Sicily's capital, Palermo, from Appetito's esteemed travel correspondent, Bilena Settepani. Plus, a recipe for a favorite street food of Sicily, panelle.
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.
An Olive Oil Sommelier Finds Her Passion
Susan Julia Abranovic writes about how her passion for food and company led to a dream life as an olive oil sommelier.
Eataly’s Pistacchio is a Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free Gelato Pop-Up for Summer
Eataly NYC Flatiron has opened its new pop-up gelato bar Pistacchio, in collaboration with second-generation gelato chef Patrizia Pasqualetti.
To the Mountaintop in Sicily for Cannoli (and how to make them at home)
Appetito's resident baker and Italian travel enthusiast, Bilena Settepani, went with her father to the top of a mountain in Sicily for legendary cannoli. She tells the story and shares the recipe that her family uses back at home.
Italian Food Ingredients To Buy On Prime Day
Amazon’s Prime Days offer a great excuse to stock up on your Italian pantry.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
