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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.
Why Sciacca May Be Sicily’s Next Great Food Destination
The team behind Vela Ristorante and Domus Maris Boutique Hotel is helping introduce travelers to a different side of Sicily.
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.
How a California Teacher Fell in Love With Sicily
The creator behind Wavehappy, Kat Ruiz Moore, found that falling for Sicily was only the beginning.
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.
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.
Breaking the Riposo for the Chocolate of Modica
A late train and afternoon rain led to an unexpected chocolate tasting.
Sicily’s Fiasconaro Lands in New York
Sicily’s famed pastry house brings its first-ever dedicated pop-up shop to SoHo this holiday season.
The Castle of Women and the Mystery of the Sicilian Cannolo
The cannolo reflects centuries of Sicilian history.
This Week in Italian Food & Travel News (Aug. 14)
A fresh mix of stories offers plenty to talk about, from what’s new on the menu to what’s unfolding across the Mediterranean.
The Long Way to Scaccia: Finding Sicily’s Folded Bread
One food obsession leads to Ragusa and a lesson in just how local Italian food can be.
A Taste of Sicily: Easy Pesto alla Trapanese with Sundried Tomatoes
This Sicilian classic is quick to prepare and packed with authentic flavor.
Sicilian Lemon Gelato With Yuzu and Fennel
This refreshing frozen dessert brings a taste of Sicily and Japan to every spoonful.
Move Over, Spritz: Italian Amaro Is Having a Moment in America
From Sicily to the U.S., the tradition of amaro is finding new fans.
Ortea Palace Hotel: A Luxurious Sicilian Stay at the Edge of Ortigia
What was once one of Siracusa's most stunning public buildings has become a destination all its own.
A Regional Guide to Sicilian Wines with Donnafugata
From coast to volcano, Sicily’s wines reflect a landscape unlike anywhere else.
Timballo di Anelletti at Alessandro’s Italian Brings Sicily to the Plate
In Regional Italian Series Episode Two, Sicily takes focus through a refined timballo di anelletti that balances tradition with a more precise approach.
Appetito’s Favorite Italian Books for the Last Minute Shopper
A smart and simple gift guide to Italian books worth wrapping (and unwrapping).
Italian Expert Allison Scola Tags Rossella Rago for a Sicilian Tour
Appetito sits down with the incomparable Rossella Rago and seasoned Sicilian tour guide Allison Scola to discuss their forthcoming trip.
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.
Experience a Taste of Sicily at Ficuzza’s Aperitivo Hour
Enjoy Sicilian wines, cocktails, and small plates at Ficuzza’s Aperitivo Hour in the West Village.
Anthropologie Launches Their Postcard from Sicily Summer Line
Lean into Sicilian and Mediterranean style this summer with the popular retailer's "Saluti Dalla Sicilia!" line.
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.
The Italopunk Way to Make Panzanella con Mango e Lime
In her intended-to-shock cookbook, Italopunk, Vanja van der Leeden offers this version of the classic panzanella salad.
The Southern Italian Desserts You’ve Never Heard Of
Some of Italy’s sweetest surprises are hiding in the South.
The Taste of a Sicilian Summer with Chef Mario Traina’s Tenerumi Soup
Chef Traina returns with the second installment of his I Will Be Your Grandmother column, reflecting on childhood summers in Sicily and the simple bowl of his favorite soup
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.
Cannoli Day at Piccola Cucina
Celebrate National Cannoli Day with a complimentary Sicilian cannolo at all four Piccola Cucina locations in NYC, courtesy of Chef Philip Guardione.
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.
Biancomangiare: The Ultimate Sicilian Summer Dessert
Discover Biancomangiare, a refreshing, silky Sicilian summer dessert that is gluten free, vegan and requires no baking.
Keeping Poggioreale Alive: Cav. Peter Maniscalco OAM and the Rebirth of a Sicilian Ghost Town
A longtime dream becomes reality for descendants of one historic Sicilian community.
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.
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.
“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."
Costa: A Taste of the Italian Coast in the Heart of Charleston
From caviar-topped gnudi to roaming digestivi, this waterfront dining room makes a compelling case for Italian coastal dining in the Lowcountry.
5 Italian Seaside Destinations Beyond the Amalfi Coast
From hidden islands to charming beach towns, these five destinations prove there's so much more to Italy's coastline than the Amalfi Coast.
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.
Four Must-Try Italian Seafood Dishes at Amo in NYC
Culture writer Rob LeDonne shares his must-order picks at Amo, the Union Square spot bringing authentic Italian seafood to NYC.
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.
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.
Spadafora Sole dei Padri is the Sicilian Syrah You Want
Our wine contributor explores the Syrah from 13th century Sicilian producer Dei Principe di Spadafora near Palermo.
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.
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.
Season’s Drinkings Gift Guide: Italian-Style!
The Italian drinks that turn any holiday moment into a celebration.
Poggioreale in America Reunion Celebrates Heritage in New Orleans
Descendents of the Sicilian village of Poggioreale gathered in New Orleans for a weekend reunion among other Italian American festivities.
More Big News for Birrittella’s Pizza Dough
Our Editor-in-Chief shares the news of Birrittella's Pizza Dough launching two of its signature products in Target stores nationwide.
Taormina: Top Places to Eat in the Magical Sicilian City
Taormina’s restaurants serve more than just seafood and sweets - they offer a mood, a memory, and a view. From granita at Bam Bar to crudo at Domenica, here’s where to eat (and linger) in Sicily’s most enchanting hill town.
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.
Gelato, Sorbetto, Granita—And How to Spot the Real Thing
Before you order in Italy, take a closer look at what’s behind the glass.
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.
Scampi in Philadelphia Goes “New Jersey Italian” in August
The August Tasting Menu from Scampi features New Jersey Italian American red and white tablecloth classics.
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.
Sicilian Spirits and Tuscan Sweets Take Over Portrait Milano
Portrait Milano hosted Sicily's Morgana Cocktail Bar alongside a new Sammontana gelato kiosk bringing Tuscan sweetness to Milan all summer.
Mountains of Italian Food in Canada
In Whistler and Vancouver, Italian flavors find a home among Canada’s mountain peaks.
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.
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.
A Taste of the Amalfi Coast: Hotel Costiera Premieres This Fall
Hotel Costiera arrives September 24 on Prime Video, bringing suspense and style to the Amalfi Coast in a story shaped by loyalty, Italian views, and the everyday rituals of Italian hospitality.
Cannizzaro Sauces: Old World Flavor, New South Home
From farmers markets to regional shelves, a Charlotte sauce company grows one jar at a time.
10 Tasty Gifts From Italy for the Food & Wine Lover in Your Life
Consider these ten Italian food and wine holiday gift ideas that can be shipped to the United States or Canada.
What to Order at Ficuzza, New York City’s West Village Newcomer
Appetito visits the new Sicilian restaurant Ficuzza in the West Village and shares an overview and some recommendations.
Every Taste a Trip: The Sensory Thrills of Italian Food & Drink
A closer look at how our senses can deepen our appreciation of Italy’s many flavors.
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.
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.
A Chef’s Story: Jordan Frosolone of Borgo in NYC
Appetito's Editor-in-Chief sits down with acclaimed chef Jordan Frosolone of Borgo to explore his background with Italian food.
CasaSalvo Opens in SoHo
CasaSalvo, the first New York restaurant from chef Salvo Lo Castro, brings Italian and Mediterranean flavors to SoHo with handmade pastas, seafood, and a terrace for aperitivo.
An Entire “Italy in Bocca” Cookbook Set Is Available at eBay
The prized, complete Italian cookbook series "Italy in Bocca" is being auctioned on eBay for charitable purposes.
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.
Chef PJ Calapa Talks Marea at Snow Lodge, St. Regis Aspen
Chef PJ Calapa shares how Marea’s coastal Italian identity finds new life in Aspen at The Snow Lodge at The St. Regis.
The Sicilian Butcher Opens in North Dallas
The Sicilian Butcher opens its second Texas location in North Dallas this August with signature meatballs, handmade pastas, and a build-your-own cannoli bar. A portion of opening day sales will benefit Feed the Children.
Italianity: The Culture of Italian Wine Explained
Winemaker Andrea Lonardi and writer Jessica Dupuy on their new book Italianity: The Culture of Italian Wine and the common thread that runs through every bottle.
Add Nutella Brioche to Your Holiday Table
A simple, delicious brioche enhanced by creamy Nutella is a great way to bake your way into the holiday season.
Vinitaly and the City Brings a Toast to Verona this April
Vinitaly and the City returns to Verona's historic city center with its celebration of wine, culture, and culinary traditions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
San Diego’s Pasta Champion Accursio Lota Debuts Dora in La Jolla
Chef Accursio Lota and writer Corinne Goria will open Dora in Fall 2025—an intimate, seafood-forward Italian restaurant designed to blend storytelling, community, and the vibrant energy of La Jolla’s Theater District.
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!
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.
Cannoli Donuts From Brunch King, Joey Maggiore’s Cookbook
These sweet treats combine Italian and American favorites into one ricotta cream-stuffed dish that’s great for brunch or dessert.
Holiday Gift Guide of Panettone or Pandoro for Every Palate
We've prepared a diverse panettone gift guide for the lover of the traditional Italian sweet bread lovers on your holiday list.
Italy to Take Center Stage at 2025 NYC Summer Fancy Food Show
Italy returns to the Fancy Food Show as Country Partner with a record-breaking pavilion, live cooking events, and regional representation that celebrates the art of Italian taste.
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.
Castello Barone Vineyards in North Carolina’s Yadkin Valley
In the Yadkin Valley’s Swan Creek AVA, Castello Barone Vineyards blends Italian and French roots with North Carolina terroir, producing wines that honor heritage while embracing innovation.
Old School and Modern: Eating Italian in Los Angeles
A historic Beverly Hills red sauce institution with Sinatra-era roots offers a rare glimpse into old school Italian dining in Los Angeles, balanced by the city’s modern Italian evolution.
Tarì Trattoria Brings Amalfi Coast Flavors to Washington, DC
From dry-aged Mediterranean fish to housemade scialatielli, Tarì Trattoria introduces Francesco Amodeo’s southern Italian traditions to Washington’s Union Market.
SUADELA: Italy’s Finest Wines by its Most Respected Winemakers
Extremely limited edition wines that showcase Italy’s diverse regions and winemaking traditions, delivered quarterly to members.
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.
Pasta School with Lowcountry Bella: The Other Side of Fresh Pasta
Lesson 4 takes us south, where generations of cooks have transformed flour and water into beautiful handmade pasta.
How Giacomo Santomauro Brought Italian Flavors to Greensboro
The flavors of a Long Island upbringing find a new home in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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.
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.
A Visit to Cucina Fresca, an Italian Market on the Jersey Shore
Our contributor shares a video of her visit to Cucina Fresca, an Italian specialty market on the Jersey shore.
This Hospitality Veteran Opened an Italian-Inspired Bagel Shop
How Tony Daddabbo went from the restaurant industry in NYC to his hometown in upstate New York to open a bagel shop.
Italy’s Bitter Balance: Turning Sharp Flavor into Rituals
In Italy, bitterness is more than a taste. It is a daily ritual woven into espresso, greens, and amaro.
A Stay at Capitolo Riviera Reveals the Charms of Genoa Nervi
A seaside stay offers a beautiful introduction to a quieter side of Genoa.
Olive Oil Is Not an Afterthought at Sea on Board Oceania’s Allura
On Oceania’s Allura, Italian dining shines at Toscana, where an olive oil concierge and authentic recipes prove that dining at sea can rival meals on land.
When Olive Oil Met Coffee, a Love Story at Starbucks
Our correspondent is more than pleasantly surprised by the marriage of extra virgin olive oil and coffee at Starbucks.
Authentic Northern Italian Food at Denver’s Barolo Grill
For more than 30 years, Northern Italian traditions have shaped one of Denver's most celebrated dining experiences.
