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The Scotto Restaurant Empire Arrives in Charleston with Pelato

The Scotto family has extended their Italian restaurant presence in the south with the opening of Pelato in Charleston.

July 9, 2025

What to Order at Ficuzza, New York City’s West Village Newcomer

Appetito visits the new Sicilian restaurant Ficuzza in the West Village and shares an overview and some recommendations.

June 23, 2025

Piatti Opens in Laguna Beach

Piatti opens its latest trattoria in Laguna Beach, serving handmade pastas, cocktails, and Italian comfort classics in a breezy space just steps from the ocean.

New York’s Café Fiorello Sets the Table in Washington, D.C.

The Fireman Hospitality Group brings its iconic Upper West Side restaurant to D.C., blending tradition, comfort, and city energy.

Experience a Taste of Sicily at Ficuzza’s Aperitivo Hour

Enjoy Sicilian wines, cocktails, and small plates at Ficuzza’s Aperitivo Hour in the West Village.

Italian Inspired Seafood Restaurant PISCES Opens at Wynn Las Vegas

PISCES at Wynn Las Vegas brings Italian seafood staples like spaghettini and orata to the Strip, served in a glamorous space inspired by Murano glass.

Carmel Culinary Week 2025 Serves Up La Dolce Vita

Carmel Culinary Week returns from May 30 to June 7, featuring village-wide events, local wines, and a one-night Italian celebration on Dolores Street.

Alba Brings Its NYC Roots to the Heart of West Hollywood

Cucina Alba’s West Coast expansion brings handmade pasta and New York polish to a new indoor-outdoor space on Melrose Avenue.

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.