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Winter Hearth Italian Sausage Soup for Those Cold Winter Nights

A cozy, slow-simmered Italian sausage soup for those cold winter nights.

January 28, 2026

How to Make Nonna’s Soup Squares

Made with just five ingredients, these cheesy soup squares add flavor, comfort, and nostalgia to every spoonful.

October 29, 2025

Stracciatella in Italy: From Soup to Cheese to Gelato

From Rome to Apulia to Bergamo, stracciatella takes shape as a soup, a cheese, and even gelato. Here’s how one word ties three Italian favorites together.

September 15, 2025

Nonna’s Zuppa dell’Orto: Italian Summer Vegetable Soup

Inspired by the way Nonna cooked, this comforting summer soup celebrates the beauty of simple, seasonal cooking.

August 13, 2026

Why Italians Say Se Non è Zuppa è Pan Bagnato

Some alternatives sound different until they end up in the same bowl.

June 1, 2026

Essere Una Minestra Riscaldata: After the First Simmer

From the Italian kitchen to public judgment, minestra riscaldata reminds us that second attempts rarely recover their original flavor.

March 17, 2026

Hidden in the Soup: Calabria’s Minority Languages and Traditions

Food is helping preserve the languages, traditions, and stories of Calabria's minority communities.

June 1, 2026

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

Vinny DelGiudice’s Sausage and White Bean Soup

In the second installment of Real Italian, Real Fast, Vinny DelGiudice shares a rustic Italian soup that delivers depth and comfort with minimal effort.

February 24, 2026

Easy Tuscan Soup with White Beans and Romano Cheese

Mama Mancini’s co-founder Daniel Mancini shares his take on a simple Tuscan soup inspired by his travels, rich with white beans, greens, and a savory touch of Romano cheese.

November 5, 2025

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

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

July 29, 2026

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.

The Italian Saying That Celebrates Leftovers

In Italy, some dishes are expected to improve simply by waiting.

June 15, 2026

How Fontina Captures the Flavor of Italy’s Aosta Valley

A visit to the mountain cellars reveals the people and traditions behind one of Italy’s most distinctive cheeses.

September 8, 2026

Settepani Expands in Harlem With Two New Openings

The family run New York brand adds two Harlem locations at the Davis Center and Studio Museum, bringing its total footprint to five.

April 21, 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.

Two Types of Meatballs from a Brooklyn Cookbook

The author of an Italian cookbook with Brooklyn Roots shares her recipe for meatballs that has various uses and preparations.

February 25, 2025

Easy Sourdough Discard Focaccia Recipe

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

February 3, 2026

The Alpine Wines of Alto Adige are Fresh and Crisp

Discover the refreshing red and white wines from Alto Adige in Italy's mountainous and northernmost corner.

October 1, 2025

Stanley Tucci Explores Italy’s Regional Flavors in New Nat Geo Series 

Stanley Tucci returns to Italy in a new Nat Geo series, diving deeper into regional food traditions, local artisans, and the cultural heart of the country he calls his second home.

April 30, 2025

The ‘A Tavola’ Series at Cecconi’s in NYC Has Umbria on the Next Menu

Cecconi's Italian restaurant in Manhattan will continue its 'A Tavola' series on June 23rd with the cuisine of Umbria in the spotlight.

June 3, 2025

Eataly Debuts New Caffè Concept at Rockefeller Center This May

Eataly opens its first-ever Eataly Caffè at Rockefeller Center on May 15, offering espresso, Roman-style pizza, and Italian grab-and-go favorites—with Hudson Yards coming soon.

Cannizzaro Sauces: Old World Flavor, New South Home

From farmers markets to regional shelves, a Charlotte sauce company grows one jar at a time.

February 12, 2026

Italian Restaurants Join NYC’s Make Food Not Waste Week

From pasta scraps to parmesan rinds, Italian restaurants like JR & Son, Raf’s, and Ops are turning tradition into inspiration during NYC’s Make Food Not Waste Restaurant Week.

September 30, 2025

Babbo Returns with Familiar Faces and Fresh Energy

Stephen Starr reopens Babbo in Greenwich Village as chef Mark Ladner steps back into the kitchen with a confident new menu.

November 5, 2025

Tucci in Italy: Recap 3 – Trentino Alto Adige’s Food and Culture

Stanley Tucci travels through Trentino Alto Adige, where alpine traditions, Italian ingredients, and layered identities shape every dish.

Postcards from Parma: Sheltering with Fish Soup in Livorno

On a tempestuous roadtrip, our contributor from Parma seeks shelter from a storm over a bowl of Tuscan fish soup in the port city of Livorno.

April 10, 2024

Essere Come il Prezzemolo: The Herb That Ends Up Everywhere

In Italian cooking, the most modest herb becomes a measure of presence.

April 29, 2026

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

Italian Lentil Soup is the Best

Our Editor-in-Chief shares his recipe for Italian Lentil Soup and explains why this version bests that of other cuisines.

February 14, 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.

Appetito Travels: Finding a Little Italy in Newport Beach, California

A sun filled coastal escape blends beach walks, a Mediterranean resort and Italian flavors in Newport Beach and Laguna Beach.

March 12, 2026

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

Winter Wellness Tips for Staying Warm, Nourished, and Inspired

Our Health & Wellness expert offers an array of tips for attaining optimal joy during the bleak winter months.

January 22, 2025

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

Carbonara in a Can? What Kraft-Heinz Rolled Out in the UK

The canned pasta offering announced in Britain last week generated publicity—and controversy.

September 3, 2024

Fall Wellness Tips to Embrace the Season

Our Health & Wellness expert offers some tips as how to embrace the renewed energy of the Fall season and thrive.

October 2, 2024

Lentils for Health & (maybe) Wealth in the New Year

Our Editor-in-Chief recommends lentils as a New Year's meal not so much for the lore of riches but for health and flavor.

December 31, 2023

Vespasia: Norcia’s Michelin-Starred Taste of Umbria

Discover one of Umbria's most celebrated restaurants.

July 28, 2026

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.

October 30, 2023

How a Staten Island Restaurant Inspired Netflix’s “Nonnas”

The Netflix movie "Nonnas" was inspired by a Staten Island restaurant that has a kitchen staff of grandmothers from around the world.

April 16, 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

A Journey Through Umbria and Le Marche With Italy Charme

From saffron fields and medieval castles to Michelin-starred dining, discover a quieter side of Italy through Italy Charme.

July 15, 2026

Visting DeSarno’s, a Women-Owned Italian Market in Charlotte, NC

Appetito continues its series on Italian markets in the American South with a visit to DeSarno's in Charlotte, NC.

August 14, 2024

Phil Rosenthal on Food, Family, and Feeling Lucky

The creator of Everybody Loves Raymond talks about food as love, the joy of family meals, and his latest cookbook, Phil’s Favorites.

November 6, 2025

Meet Krista D’Archi, Founder of Gluten-free Pastina Brand Eat Senza

Appetito interviews the founder of East Senza, the first brand to bring gluten-free pastina to the Italian food shelf in the US.

September 4, 2025

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.

September 1, 2026

Culinary Storytelling in Calabria with Chef Amy Riolo

A report from the recent forum in Calabria dedicated to cuisine and culture.

September 10, 2024

Brooklyn Restaurant Group Frankies Goes to Nashville

The legendary Brooklyn-based restaurant group has opened a collection of Italian food offerings in Nashville.

April 15, 2024

Il Mulino New York Gets in the Jarred Sauce Business

The latest New York City-bred Italian restaurant company to introduce a line of jarred sauces is Il Mulino New York, a pioneering fine dining brand.

January 18, 2024

Do You Know These Lesser Known Food Traditions of Italy?

The guides behind a tour company that specializes in under-the-radar Italian destinations shares 11 lesser-known regional dishes that are worth knowing.

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.

A Visit to DeVeglio’s Fresh Pasta Italian Market in Myrtle Beach

The South Carolina tourism destination is also a place for down-home Italian and Italian American prepared foods, fresh pastas, and more.

July 29, 2024

Tucci in Italy: Episode 4 – Abruzzo

Stanley Tucci travels to Abruzzo for the first time, uncovering a rugged region shaped by isolation, tradition, and some of Italy’s most soulful food stories.

Appetito Interviews Christine Dimmick of The Good Home Co.

Christine Dimmick of The Good Home Co. shares how her philosophy on how we care for our home fosters wellness.

August 6, 2025

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

How Travel and Exploration Inspired Chef Jody Williams

The celebrated chef of many West Village hot spots shares the five dishes that inspired her career.

September 12, 2023

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

Maker of Rao’s Sauce Sells to Campbell for $2.7 Billion

Long one of the most popular jarred red sauces in the supermarket aisle, Rao’s will become part of Campbell’s as part of a deal to acquire Sovos Brands Inc.

August 8, 2023

Fun with Zucchini Flowers, Part 1: Fried and Breaded

A four-part series on using zucchini flowers begins with a classic from the grandmother's kitchen of our contributor.

Alex Guarnaschelli on Her New Cookbook, Italian American Forever

The Food Network star discusses her personal new book, which draws inspiration from her mother and father’s cooking, and from a recent era of New York City history.

October 15, 2024

Italian Food Ingredients To Buy On Prime Day

Amazon’s Prime Days offer a great excuse to stock up on your Italian pantry.

July 11, 2023

The Essential Italian Spices & Herbs for Your Pantry

Hadar Cohen Aviram, Executive Chef at McCormick, shares her must-have spices and dried herbs for Italian cooking and insights on what they can do for your cooking.

July 21, 2023

Behold the Cannoli Cruller from Daily Provisions in Brooklyn

Union Square Hospitality Group opens its fifth Daily Provisions shop and first in Brooklyn, appropriately launching with an Italian-themed treat.

September 21, 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

Amanda Freitag Wants to Make Cooking and Cocktails Easier

The celebrity chef from many Food Network shows has launched a line of bottled cocktails and spice blends including a Negroni and a Jersey Italian spice mix, which she discusses in this Appetito interview.

February 5, 2024

An Interview with Chef Silvia Baldini

Our contributor and honey expert, C. Marina Marchese, sat down with Chef Silvia Baldini to discuss her new cookbook.

November 28, 2023