cookbooks
NYC Italian Food News: Barbuto’s Anniversary, Orange Wine, and More
Jonathan Waxman welcomes Marc Vetri to celebrate Barbuto’s 20th anniversary, Orange Glou wine shop hosts a pasta dinner, Rocco DiSpirito’s book tour stops, and more NYC Italian food and drink news.
The Cookbook Love Letters of Anna Francese Gass
Acclaimed cookbook author, Anna Francese Gass, explains how her mother and her mother country of Italy have inspired her cookbooks.
Baked Mini Meatballs (Polpettini)
Acclaimed Italian cookbook author, Anna Francese Gass, shares the recipe for mini meatballs that are perfect for parties.
Valtellina Pizzoccheri, Buckwheat Pasta With Cabbage
The hearty buckwheat pasta dish Valtellina Pizzoccheri pairs fresh noodles with cabbage, potatoes, and melty cheese. Here's the recipe from the new cookbook, The Silver Spoon Pasta.
Listen to the Appetito Podcast With Special Guest Rocco DiSpirito
Appetito premieres a new audio and video podcast hosted by Editor-in-Chief Andrew Cotto, featuring guests from the world of Italian food and drink. First up is Rocco DiSpirito, celebrity chef and author of the forthcoming cookbook Everyday Delicious.
Gluten-Free Cannoli Brownie Bites
Finding tasty gluten-free desserts can be challenging, but that’s about to change. Make these cannoli brownies from Lindsay Grimes’ groundbreaking new cookbook Something Sweet for an Italian-influenced gluten-free treat.
Conchiglie With Gorgonzola and Pistachios
The seashell-shaped pasta known as conchiglie is perfect for capturing flavorful sauces, giving each bite a memorable punch, as in this recipe from The Silver Spoon Pasta.
Chocolate Chip Cookies from Massimo Bottura and Lara Gilmore
Massimo Bottura and Lara Gilmore feature recipes from their guest house in the Modena countryside in their new book, Slow Food Fast Cars, including this delectable version of chocolate chip cookies they serve to visitors.
Seafood Linguine, a Calabrian Classic
The latest edition to the Silver Spoon collection from Phaidon is The Silver Spoon Pasta: Authentic Italian Recipes, such as this take on Linguine ai Frutti di Mare, or seafood linguine.
Paper Plane Cocktail
Try this take on a whiskey sour with bitterness courtesy of the Italian amaro Nonino, with hits of citrus from Aperol and lemon juice, a recipe from Paul Feinstein’s comprehensive new book, Italian Cocktails.