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Honoring Ale Gambini, One Year Later

One year after her passing, the life-partner of Alessandra "Ale" Gambini offers these words of tribute and reflection.

March 5, 2025

A Journey through Italy’s Traditional Carnevale Desserts

On the dawn of Carnevale throughout Italy, here is a list of some of the many iconic sweets to be indulged in the weeks prior to Lent.

February 14, 2025

The Italian Couple Who Came to New Jersey for Their American Dream

Meet Giancarlo and Veronica Palazzone, the Italian couple behind two of northern New Jersey's beloved Italian eateries.

December 9, 2024

How to Make Ciambelline Al Vino, Italian Wine Cookies

Learn how to make a traditional Roman cookie that resemble small doughnuts and are often given as holiday gifts.

December 3, 2024

Crostata di Nutella, a Delicious Italian Tart

Our contributor continues her tribute to Nutella series with a simple and delicious crostata filled with Italy's heavenly hazelnut spread.

November 7, 2024

How to Make Pumpkin Spiced Ricotta Beignets with Nutella

Our pastry chef contributor shares a beignet recipe with a Nutella filling for an Italian accent.

September 13, 2024