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Summer Recipes from the Italian Riviera with Laurel Evans

Restaurateur Max Tucci interviews Laurel Evans, Milan-based author of Liguria: The Cookbook: Recipes From The Italian Riviera (Rizzoli), who shares her seasonal recipes, pesto tips, and advice for hosting a Riviera-style summer gathering.

July 28, 2025

Peach and Basil Muffins That Taste Like Summer in Italy

Inspired by garden-fresh ingredients, these muffins offer a sweet and savory taste of the season.

June 16, 2026

Amalfi Sauce: The Lemon Ricotta Pasta You’ll Make All Summer

One bite of this silky lemon sauce and you'll understand why the Amalfi Coast remains a culinary icon.

June 2, 2026

Rigatonini with Andouille Sausage, Lacinato Kale and Cannellini Beans

I'm loving all things rigatoni right now, especially in hearty recipes like this one.

June 22, 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

Grilled Portobello Mushroom Parmigiana Recipe for Summer Grilling

Craving something rich and satisfying without meat? This grilled portobello mushroom parmigiana delivers bold flavor straight from the grill.

May 6, 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

Jessi and Alessio Pasini’s Summer Bruschetta

This fresh tomato bruschetta from From Italy With Amore celebrates the simple ingredients that define Italian summer cooking.

July 1, 2026

Sipping and Sunning: Mana Breeze Italicus-Infused Cocktail

This seasonal cocktail from El Ta'Koy pairs juicy watermelon and mezcal with Italicus for a refreshing summer sip.

June 17, 2026

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

How to Make Summer Sunshine Squash Stew

This Italian-inspired yellow squash stew celebrates the flavors of summer with fresh vegetables, herbs, and tomatoes.

July 8, 2026

The Pale Rosé Spritz is a Summer-Forward, Showstopping Sip

This easy rosé cocktail blends fresh citrus, Aperol and raspberries into a refreshing drink made for summer gatherings.

June 30, 2026

Corn Agnolotti From NYC’s The Noortwyck

The Noortwyck’s Corn Agnolotti combines grilled corn, ricotta, parmesan, and summer truffle for a pasta that keeps a touch of summer on the table as fall begins.

October 6, 2025

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.

July 30, 2025

How to Make NOLET’s Strawberry Negroni Spritz

NOLET Gin has shared an ideal summer spritz recipe that includes strawberry infusion and aspects of the classic negroni.

August 1, 2025

Italian Potato, String Bean & Onion Salad Recipe

Simple ingredients and timeless flavors make this a recipe you'll want to serve all season.

July 7, 2026

Not “Alla Norma” Pasta

Eggplant, tomatoes, capers, and basil come together in this easy pasta dish.

June 24, 2026

Real Italian, Real Fast: Polpette di Melanzane al Sugo

This classic Italian eggplant meatball recipe makes an easy and satisfying meatless meal.

July 9, 2026

Dante Aperitivo’s Blueberry Lavender Negroni is the Unexpected Summer Sip You Need to Try

The New York favorite shares the recipe for one of its standout seasonal cocktails.

July 16, 2026

August Is the Perfect Time for a No-cook Pomodoro Sauce

With August upon us, tomato season is in full swing and is the ideal time for a simple, no-cook pomodoro sauce.

August 11, 2025

How to Make a Cucumber Mezcal Spritz

This cucumber mezcal spritz, bright and botanical with a citrusy twist, may be the most refreshing drink of the summer.

July 25, 2025

Jessi and Alessio Pasini on Their Debut Cookbook, From Italy With Amore

The creators behind a popular Italian-American social media account share how family recipes, seasonal cooking and authentic traditions inspired their first cookbook.

Pappa al Pomodoro Recipe from Danimade Kitchen

A rustic Tuscan tomato and bread stew that transforms simple ingredients into something deeply flavorful.

March 20, 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

How to Make the Summer Vegetable Stew of Giambotta

Discover this versatile summer vegetable stew that originated in southern Italy and pulls from whatever is growing nearby.

June 18, 2025

Inside Monaco’s La Vigie with Chef Simone Zanoni

The acclaimed Italian chef discusses the seasonal menu, Mediterranean lifestyle, and family traditions behind Monte-Carlo Beach's newest summer residence.

Chrissy Teigen Launches Italian-Inspired Pasta Sauces at Sprouts

Chrissy Teigen draws on her Italian travels and family dinners to launch Cravings pasta sauces in partnership with Sprouts Farmers Market.

August 11, 2025

How to Make a Simple Ricotta at Home

Preparing fresh ricotta at home requires only four ingredients to create a versatile and creamy cheese with myriad uses.

June 16, 2025

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

Sammontana Brings a Taste of Italian Summer to New York

An iconic Italian gelato brand is returning a smile to New York while introducing Americans to a new generation of frozen treats.

June 2, 2026

Dante Aperitivo’s Strawberry & Tomato Offers Spring Americano Twist

At Dante NYC, the Strawberry & Tomato cocktail reworks the classic Americano with a savory, seasonal approach perfect for spring and summer drinking.

April 24, 2026

A Summer in Sirolo with the Semplici Family

A Canadian journalism student’s summer in Sirolo becomes a lesson in food, family, and the kind of love that lingers long after leaving Italy.

October 1, 2025

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.

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

Sartù di Riso: A Lesser-Known Rice Casserole from Naples

Sartù di riso, a hidden treasure of Neapolitan cuisine served year-round, is both elegant and showstopping.

July 30, 2025

Try These Great Italian Zucchini Recipes

Put your in-season market haul to use with these zucchini recipes, with options ranging from a carpaccio to pizza to pasta with zucchini flowers.

August 7, 2024

How an American Fries Sand Smelt in the Venetian Lagoon

This recipe for Fried Sand Smelt comes from a remarkable American woman who adopted the Venetian Lagoon and learned how to fish its waters.

From Lagoon to Lunch: A Blue Crab Salad Born in Burano

A fresh blue crab salad from Burano made with tomatoes, olive oil, and local crab - how fishermen turned an invasion into a summer recipe.

July 15, 2025

Inside Lido: Recipes and Stories from Italy’s Beach Clubs

What began as a way to share Italy with their daughter becomes a cookbook shaped by years of travel, capturing the food and culture of the country’s beach clubs.

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

Spaghetti Alla Checcha From Ristorante Per L’Ora

At Ristorante Per L’Ora in Los Angeles, chef Joey Roacho looked to Italy for inspiration for this delicious, easy-to-make pasta dish.

December 9, 2024

Matty Matheson, Everyday Magic, and the Italianita’ of Mushrooms

The Mushroom Council’s campaign, featuring Matty Matheson, reflects Italian cooking, where simple ingredients create strong flavor.

April 30, 2026

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

Why You Should Add Zucchini to Your Parmesan Library

Zucchini in season, mild and sweet, makes for a delicious welcome to a seat at the beloved Parmesan table.

May 27, 2025

L’Americana’s Saffron Risotto With Lobster for a Luxe Winter Dish

Here’s how to make a lobster risotto dish that’s sure to warm you up on a cold night, courtesy of Manhattan restaurant L’Americana.

December 19, 2024

Heirloom Recipes from the Scotto Family of Pelato

Anthony Scotto III reflects on the family recipes and traditions behind Pelato.

February 13, 2026

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.

February 23, 2026

How to Use Summer Clams to Make Linguini alle Vongole

Our contributor shares a recipe for a quintessential Italian pasta for summer featuring clams fresh from the sea.

July 23, 2024

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.

September 19, 2024

Author Mark Gowen on His New Cookbook “Pasta & Magic”

Welsh-Italian photographer and home cook Mark Gowen shares the culinary journey behind the first cookbook in the Pasta & Magic series.

November 24, 2025

Tortellini in Charred Onion & Carrot Brodo

Award-winning food writer, Joe Yonan, shares a flavorful and vegetarian recipe for Tortellini en Brodo from his new cookbook.

September 25, 2024

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

Lambrusco Spritz Season Starts Now

Take Emilia-Romagna’s famed fizzy red wine, add more bubbles, and you have a refreshing spritz that’s suddenly on-trend!

June 14, 2024

The Rhymers’ Club Coole Swan Cocktail

From one of NYC’s newest cocktail destination, this Moscow Mule variation is a swan song of summer sips.

August 21, 2024

How to Pack for Italy in the Summer: The No-Fluff Guide

A few smart additions to your suitcase can make summer travel in Italy a whole lot easier.

July 1, 2026

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.

An Appetito Inspired Reflection on the Year 2025

Our Editor-in-Chief reflects on the past year's significant achievements as a media brand and looks to the future.

December 31, 2025

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

Holiday Vodka: A New Italian Spirit Inspired by La Dolce Vita

Created in partnership with legendary Italian spirits master Giancarlo Mancino, Holiday Vodka blends Italian craftsmanship with modern hospitality. Visionary Anna Goldman shares how she bottled the feeling of la dolce vita in every sip.

October 20, 2025

How to Make Cookies for Ice Cream Sandwiches

To pair with her semifreddo recipes, our contributor shares this method for cookies to make ice cream sandwiches.

How a Legendary Florence Cocktail Bar Uses Carandini Vinegar

A recipe created at decorated Florence cocktail bar, Locale, made with vinegars from legacy producer Carandini.

September 25, 2024

More Eating & Drinking in Milan During the 2026 Winter Olympics

Back on the ground in Milan, Appetito contributor Rob LeDonne continues his first-person look at where to eat and drink during the Olympic Games 2026.

February 20, 2026

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.

Cathy Whims’ Zucchini Pizza 

When summer gives you squash, slice it thin and put it on a pizza, as this Portland chef and restaurateur does.

May 8, 2024

Pizza, Pasta, and Pesce at the Venice Beach Club in L.A.

Fresh Italian-inspired dishes meet California sunshine at Venice Beach Club, a new seaside spot blending Mediterranean flavor and coastal charm.

October 23, 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

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.

Love Limoncello and Gin? Try the Lemon Spritz This Summer

This satisfying summer spritz combines Empress 1908 Cucumber Lemon Gin, limoncello, and sparkling wine for maximum refreshment.

July 9, 2024

16 Holiday Gifts for the Pasta Lover in Your Life

Here's a pasta-centric holiday gift guide that celebrates one of Italy's most cherished foods in ways beyond the kitchen.

December 12, 2024

Bottino’s Salvia Spritz, a Perfect, Lemony Refresher for Summer

This spritz from contemporary Italian restaurant Bottino in Manhattan features a lemon and sage–forward flavor profile that’s savory and memorable.

July 31, 2024

Savor This Spring Tortellini in a Light Lemon Shallot Dressing

Our contributor recommends this spring tortellini recipe that pops with a zesty dressing of lemons, shallots and basil.

May 13, 2024

Mindful Drinking Tips, Italian Style

Our Health & Wellness expert provides some tips for mindful consumption of alcohol inspired by the Italian lifestyle.

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.

Serie A: Final Five Matches—Inter-Napoli Title Fight & Gameday Amatriciana

Soccer columnist Justin Patulli selects key Serie A matches for the coming weekend and suggests Italian snacks for pairing.

April 23, 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

Donatella Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Arrives in Miami Beach This May

The Donatella Boutique Hotel & Restaurant arrives in Miami Beach this May offering hyper-personalized luxury.

April 21, 2025

Italy’s Nonino Has an Aperitivo Inspired by West Palm Beach

The venerable grappa and amaro maker, Nonino, has created a refreshing aperitivo using their all-natural botanical drink.

August 22, 2024

How to Make a Slow-Churned Plum Gelato at Home

Our contributor explains why gelato tastes so different in Italy and provides a recipe that rivals that of Il Bel Paese.

Embracing My Italian Roots and a Lamb Recipe for Easter

Our contributors visit to her ancestral village inspired an Easter tradition back home featuring the lamb recipe included.

April 2, 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.

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.

November 7, 2024

10 Years Dry: Hilary Sheinbaum’s Tips for a Dry Start to 2026

Simple alcohol free rituals and NA swaps from a Dry January advocate.

December 29, 2025

An Italian Reading Club Gift Guide for Loved Ones and Yourself

Start the holiday season by gifting your Italy-obsessed friend a book or curl up with one yourself and be transported to Il Bel Paese.

December 5, 2024

How I Saw 2024 through the Lens of Appetito

Our Editor-in-Chief shares his thoughts on the most significant developments in 2024 with regard to Appetito magazine.

December 31, 2024

Pasta al Pomodoro is Simple and Satisfying

Skyler Mapes and Giuseppe Morisani, owners of EXAU Olive Oil, share a recipe for pasta and tomatoes from their new book, "The Olive Oil Enthusiast."

August 8, 2023

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

Austin’s Asti Trattoria Continues Its Story in Hyde Park

Asti Trattoria thrives in Hyde Park with co-owners Chris Moore and Chef Bryan Beneke, alongside Chef de Cuisine Evan Van Nort, balancing Italian tradition with Austin creativity.

August 27, 2025

How to Make Fresh Tomato Sauce with Zucchini Flowers

In Fun with Zucchini Flowers, Part 3, a simple tomato sauce meets a secret ingredient.

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

Panzanella Salad with a Twist

Panzanella salad inspiration strikes our Editor-in-Chief thanks to a recent recipe featuring roasted tomatoes and Burrata.

July 27, 2023

Italian Roots, Risotto and Ancestry with Giorgio Pozzi

In this conversation with Max Tucci, the third-generation rice producer reflects on why the secret to Italian rice is learning not to rush it.

June 23, 2026

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.

March 10, 2026

Spaghetti with Zucchini Flowers, Zucchini and Breadcrumbs

In Fun with Zucchini Flowers, Part 2, our contributor shares another recipe for zucchini flowers that makes for a perfect summer pasta.

September 11, 2023

Season’s Drinkings Gift Guide: Italian-Style!

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

December 11, 2025

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

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.

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.

October 22, 2024

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