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Biancomangiare: The Ultimate Sicilian Summer Dessert

Discover Biancomangiare, a refreshing, silky Sicilian summer dessert that is gluten free, vegan and requires no baking.

July 7, 2025

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.

August 24, 2026

A Supplì Guest Chef Series, Eataly’s Disco, and More NYC Italian Food News

Forsythia hosts a guest chef series based around the Roman specialty suppli, Eataly throws a disco party, plus news about dining pop-ups and more.

July 17, 2024

Almond Semifreddo with Whipped Cream and Amarena Cherries

Cool, creamy, and easy to slice, this Italian favorite is a refreshing way to end a summer meal.

July 23, 2026

A Torta Caprese Riff Perfect for Spring Gatherings

Our contributor kicks off a spring dessert series with a riff on a classic Torta Caprese that features white chocolate and citrus.

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

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

How to Make Pavlova with Pistachio Chantilly and Frutti di Bosco

When the sweetest berries of the season are at their peak, this is the dessert to make.

July 17, 2026

Sgroppino Angeleno is the End-of-Summer Italian Dessert Cocktail 

The cocktail from Francis Ford Coppola Winery balances sweetness with acidity for a tasty transition from summer to fall.

September 5, 2024

The Southern Italian Desserts You’ve Never Heard Of

Some of Italy’s sweetest surprises are hiding in the South.

August 12, 2026

Rossella Rago’s Red Wine Chocolate Cake Is Valentine’s Day Love

Rossella Rago shares a Valentine's Day dessert recipe for a decadent and romantic chocolate cake that features Primitivo wine.

February 11, 2026

The Garden Smash Cocktail Gives Aperitivo an Austin Twist

Sherry, mezcal and tomatillo come together in a savory cocktail made for summer sipping.

August 25, 2026

How to Make Mira’s Sardinian Culurgiones at Home

At Buffalo’s Mira, chefs Manny and Gina Ocasio are bringing lesser-known regional Italian dishes to the table, including the intricate handmade Sardinian pasta known as culurgiones.

May 13, 2026

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

Sammontana Gelato Debuts in the U.S.

Italy’s most beloved gelato brand lands in New York, marking its first-ever U.S. debut with immersive events at Eataly Flatiron and Madison Square Park.

Pasta, Pizza, and Purpose: Austin Restaurant Weeks

Through September 14, Austin Restaurant Weeks brings Italian flavors to the table while raising meals for the Central Texas Food Bank.

September 8, 2025

ai Pazzi to Open at JW Marriott Las Vegas This July

Chef Fabio Viviani brings ai Pazzi to JW Marriott Las Vegas this July, serving handmade pastas, seafood, and Italian cocktails.

Sa Pompìa: The Rare Citrus Preserving Sardinia’s Culinary Identity

For generations, Sardinian cooks have transformed this bitter fruit into a treasured traditional sweet.

August 20, 2026

The Italian Deli Co. Now Open in Pasadena

The Italian Deli Co. opened its doors in Pasadena, offering sandwiches, coffee, gelato, and a small Italian market for the neighborhood.

September 8, 2025

Angelina Bakery Opens Ninth NYC Location with Mini Pizzas and Gelato Shakes

The ever-expanding empire of Angelina Bakery has opened its ninth NYC location in the Lenox Hill neighborhood of Manhattan.

6 Seasonal Trader Joe’s Finds for an Italian-Inspired Cheese Board

Our 2024 list of Trader Joe’s featured items for your holiday festivities and celebrations.

December 18, 2024

Pamina Gelato Scores a Goal with World Cup Inspired Flavors in NYC

The tournament's competing nations inspired a colorful lineup of limited-edition gelato flavors.

July 7, 2026

Birmingham’s Big Rock Italian Chophouse Opens in July

Cameron Mitchell Restaurants introduces its newest concept to Metro Detroit with Big Rock Italian Chophouse, set to open in July 2025 inside Birmingham’s former Grand Trunk Western Railroad Depot. Expect premium steaks, indulgent pastas, a cigar lounge, and more.

Blake Lively’s Another Simple Favor Puts Capri, Italy in the Spotlight

Explore the Capri filming locations of Another Simple Favor and discover where to dine like Blake Lively as Emily Nelson.

A Tavola Dinner Series at Cecconi’s NYC

Cecconi’s at The Ned NoMad kicks off A Tavola, a new Italian dinner series featuring guest chefs from Italy.

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.

August 22, 2025

How to Make Semifreddo to Stay Refreshed This Summer

Our contributor continues her refreshing summer dessert series with an original semifreddo recipe that requires no special equipment.

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

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.

September 16, 2025

ITA Airways Now Delivers a Chef-Driven Italian Menu in the Air

What to know about the gourmet selections available in business class on the way to Italy with ITA Airways.

October 16, 2024

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.

June 4, 2026

Season’s Drinkings Gift Guide: Italian-Style!

The Italian drinks that turn any holiday moment into a celebration.

December 11, 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

Lolita’s Gelato: Italian Gelato in Santorini, Greece

A tiny gelateria in Oia became much more than a place to stop for something sweet.

August 13, 2026

A Month of Italian Dining, New Orleans Style

From Magazine Street to the French Quarter, Italian restaurants are turning up the heat for COOLinary New Orleans 2025 with prix fixe menus all August long.

August 7, 2025

Renato Poliafito’s New Pasta Night is Now Open in Brooklyn

The pasta-focused Italian newcomer in Prospect Heights is across the street from the baker’s acclaimed Ciao, Gloria, and features a full menu and bar—and, of course, desserts.

October 2, 2024

Bar Bianchi Brings Italian Charm to NYC’s Lower East Side

From the groups behind Le Dive and Elvis, Bar Bianchi blends the energy of New York with the charm of Milan in a dreamy new LES wine bar.

May 21, 2025

Balsamic Glazes from Ponti Make a Dynamic Condiment

Our contributor discovers the Balsamic Glazes of Italy's brand Ponti that can be used in myriad ways on an array of dishes.

August 16, 2024

The 2025 Grata Wellness Holiday Gift Guide Is Nourish Forward

Our Health & Wellness expert curates a gift guide for the holidays with an emphasis on products she personally uses for her own well-being.

December 1, 2025

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.

December 10, 2024

Sunday Shop: Helfrich Collective, Social Bird, Calvert’s

Morgan Hines seeks out the best in not only food and drink but style, housewares, and more. Welcome to Appetito’s Sunday Shop!

August 4, 2024

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.

Charleston Says “Ciao” to Positano at Allora

Allora brings a slice of the Amalfi Coast to Charleston, where pasta is made daily and one drink easily turns into three.

April 15, 2026

Serafina Finds a New Home in Downtown Miami

Serafina opens in Downtown Miami with Italian favorites, Miami-inspired cocktails, and a focus on neighborhood hospitality.

Sunday Shop: Omega Juicers, House of Amao, Alice

Morgan Hines seeks out the best in not only food and drink but style, housewares, and more. Welcome to Appetito’s Sunday Shop!

June 16, 2024

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!

December 11, 2024

For a Taste of Italy Without Your Passport, Visit Boston’s North End    

Travel writer Allison Tibaldi takes you through Boston’s North End, sharing the best places to eat, drink, and soak up Italian culture without leaving the city.

July 1, 2025

Limonetti Cookies, a Gluten-Free Nod to the Amalfi Coast

A crunchy and chewy gluten-free treat, these cookies get their brightness from limoncello.

May 1, 2024

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.

August 6, 2024

Where to Eat Gluten-Free in Milan

A guide to the best gluten-free restaurants, bakeries, and cafes in Milan, from Neapolitan pizza to risotto and gelato.

September 30, 2025

Appetito Travels: A 3-Day Trip to Newport, Rhode Island

The famed seaside resort offers beaches, innovative Italian cuisine, historical attractions, shopping, and a famous seaside trail dotted with gilded-age mansions.

September 11, 2024

A Pastry Chef’s Italian Pantry

A pastry chef and Appetito contributor shares the Italian delicacies she keeps in her pantry for snacking or last-minute desserts.

March 4, 2024

Agata & Valentina Gluten-Free Outdoor Café Opens in June

The Italian grocer will debut its first gluten-free outdoor café on Manhattan’s Upper East Side

May 14, 2024

Baked Sunset Peaches with Amaretti Filling, an Ode to Tuscan Summers

Italian Chef Deborah Dal Fovo shares her signature twist on this classic Italian dessert that is as luscious as a summer sunset.

August 14, 2023

Sunday Shop: Alben Lane, Alexa Chung for Madewell, Salt

Morgan Hines seeks out the best in not only food and drink but style, housewares, and more. Welcome to Appetito’s Sunday Shop!

September 8, 2024

Why Sanremo Is the Italian Riviera Escape to Know Now

With Belle Époque glamour, Ligurian food traditions, and a newly restored seaside hotel, Sanremo offers a slower and more elegant vision of the Italian Riviera.

May 14, 2026

Gelato Happiness with Sergio Dondoli in San Gimignano

Award-winning gelato master Sergio Dondoli delights visitors in San Gimignano with his signature flavors and commitment to exceptional ingredients. In an interview with Appetito, he shares how his passion began, the memories behind his most beloved creations, and why happy cows make the best gelato.

August 18, 2025

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

Take a Dip into the Unique Towns and Flavors of Umbria

The co-owner of an Umbrian tour company shares some culinary insights into his home region known as Italy's "Green Heart."

February 18, 2025

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.

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.

The Pasta Queen Is Ready for the Holidays

The Pasta Queen herself, Nadia Caterina Munno, talks with Appetito about her favorite Italian fall flavors, holiday cooking traditions, and the dishes she’ll be making this Thanksgiving and Christmas.

November 3, 2025

Ascoli Piceno is a Haven for Aperitivo and Apericena

Our contributor explains the culinary treasure to be found in the aperitivo and apericena culture of Ascoli Piceno in Le Marche.

February 28, 2024

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.

Pork Tenderloin with Figs and Balsamic Sauce

Appetito contributor Chef Deborah Dal Fovo shares her sweet and savory pork tenderloin recipe that celebrates the sweetness of September

September 15, 2023

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

Where to Dine During the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy

A culinary guide to where to eat during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy—from Michelin-starred mountain spots to cozy alpine classics.

How Family, Marriage, and a Celebrity Inspired Chef Anthony Scotto

Anthony Scotto, Owner and Executive Chef of two Nashville restaurants, shares his culinary inspirations born in New York City.

February 27, 2024

Where to Eat Italian During NYC Restaurant Week

Restaurant Week in NYC is back for its winter 2024 edition. The popular program with discounted prix-fixe menus at many restaurants around the city continues to grow, and is now much longer than a week. Here are the Italian restaurants to try from Winter 2024 Restaurant Week in NYC.

The Pasta Queen Talks Spring Cooking with Max Tucci

Max Tucci connects with Nadia Caterina Munno, The Pasta Queen, to talk about seasonal spring cooking in Italy.

May 13, 2025

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.

June 28, 2023

Lala’s Brooklyn Apizza Opens This Week

The New Haven-style pizza restaurant from the Grimm Artisanal Ales team will serve sourdough pies and small plates on an East Williamsburg rooftop.

July 19, 2023

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.

June 9, 2023

Camille Becerra Brings an Inspired New Menu to Ace Hotel Brooklyn

An acclaimed NYC chef becomes chef-partner at As You Are and Ace Hotel Brooklyn, introducing delicious pasta dishes and more to the restaurant’s menu.

July 6, 2023

Café Carmellini Opens and More NYC Italian Food and Drink News

Andrew Carmellini reveals his fine dining newcomer, Mel’s guest pizza series showcases famed women chefs, and more NYC Italian food and drink news.

November 3, 2023

Panettone Primer With Bilena Settepani

The New York City pastry chef and “Panettone Princess” discusses what you need to know about the Italian sweet bread that’s especially popular at Christmastime.

December 19, 2023

8 Great Places to Get Gelato in NYC This Summer

Try Italy’s coolest export at these gelaterias around New York City, from storied Italian brands to cool indie shops and pop-ups.

June 22, 2023

The Joy of Gelato: How to Enjoy Italian Ice Cream this Summer

Our Health & Wellness expert explains the difference between ice cream and gelato and how to best enjoy the latter this summer.

August 19, 2024

Inside the World of Vincenzo’s Plate

From Sunday lunch in Pescara to pasta lessons for millions, Vincenzo Prosperi shares how family, flavor, and authenticity shaped Vincenzo’s Plate.

How Tony Park Created a Food Empire in America

A Korean from Sicily, Tony Park has built QB Hospitality into a group with eight food establishments in New York City. It is about to open many more.

September 26, 2023

Author Christina Minutillo on her book “cooking with italian roots”

The author shares the story of her Italian American roots and a secret family recipe from her cookbook/memoir.

August 25, 2023

How to Make an Italian Ice Cream Cake that Is Perfect for Summer

Our contributor shares her no-churn method for making an ice cream cake or "semifreddo" to keep cool this summer.

The Passion and Grace of Lemon Farmers on the Amalfi Coast

An ill-conceived hike on the Amalfi Coast serendipitously brings our contributor to the sanctuary of a lemon farm for a first-hand encounter with these regional gems and the people who grow them.

August 23, 2023

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.

January 3, 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

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