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Inside Il Totano, Harold Dieterle’s NYC Comeback Restaurant

The first-ever winner of Top Chef, who went on to launch three acclaimed NYC restaurants, returns to the scene with a coastal Southern Italian newcomer, Il Totano.

May 28, 2024

8 Last-Minute Mother’s Day Brunch Spots in NYC

If you haven’t made a reservation for one of the busiest brunch days of the year, there’s still (a bit) of time. Check out these ideas.

May 9, 2024

John Tesar Talks Knife Italian, Media Mayhem, and More

The outspoken and talented chef and restaurateur continues to court controversy, but can Knife Italian take over the narrative?

May 9, 2024

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

New Restaurants, a Catskills Fest, and More NYC Italian Food News

Two of the city’s best Italian restaurant groups expand, Scott Conant leads a parade of Food Network stars to a Catskills food event, and a pasta-related controversy in Park Slope, Brooklyn.

May 6, 2024

Sunday Shop: Ouai, Lapo’s, Bar Madonna

Morgan Hines seeks out the best in not only food and drink but style, housewares, and more. Welcome to Appetito’s Sunday Shop!

May 5, 2024

NYC’s New Rosemary’s Midtown: 3 Must-Order Items

The third location of the neighborhood Italian restaurant brings spritzes, pasta, and even pizza to the eastside of Midtown Manhattan.

May 3, 2024

Flour + Water, the Bay Area Restaurant, Celebrates 15 Years

Co-Executive Chefs Thomas McNaughton and Ryan Pollnow discuss the month-long anniversary tasting menu, a greatest-hits collection from the pasta-focused San Francisco landmark.

May 2, 2024

Archive Lounge in Chicago, Steve Chiappetti’s Secret Pizza Spot

The veteran chef talks about revamping the menu at The Albert at Hotel EMC2, and adding a separate lounge for Sicilian-style pizza and wine.

April 30, 2024

Talking San Sabino with Angie Rito and Scott Tacinelli

The chefs behind West Village hit Don Angie discuss their brand-new follow-up, the seafood-centric San Sabino, and much more in this Appetito interview.

April 11, 2024