Italian culture
Avere Gli Occhi Foderati di Prosciutto: Ignoring What is Right in Front of You
Italian scholar and New York–based educator Samuel Ghelli continues his Appetito series, examining how an Italian expression uses food to illuminate the ways we choose not to see.
Eating and Drinking in Milan During the 2026 Winter Olympics
On the ground in Milan, Appetito contributor Rob LeDonne shares a first-person look at what and where to eat during the Winter Olympics.
L’Appetito Vien Mangiando: Why Appetite Comes With Eating
Italian scholar and New York-based educator Samuel Ghelli launches a new Appetito series exploring how Italian sayings shape ideas about food, language and life.
A Sunday Dinner Gift Guide for Italian Food Lovers
From pantry treasures to indulgent treats, these Italian picks celebrate the magic of Sunday dinner.
Finding “Il Dolce Far Niente” Before the Holiday Rush
Italian-inspired rituals to bring more calm and intention into November.
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.
Food, Art, Culture and Nature Are on Exhibit at Magazzino Italian Art
Magazzino Italian Art in NY's Hudson Valley offers an intersection of cultural entities designed towards fostering a shared humanity.
The Culture of Italy Is Food
Our contributor explains how food defines the culture of her native Italy and informs La Dolce Vita of Il Bel Paese.
