Pastiamo Bringing Fresh Italian Pasta To San Diego's Hillcrest
Pastiamo will soon bring fresh pasta to San Diego's Hillcrest community, expanding its footprint from its original North Pacific Beach site. The new location of Pastiamo joins the portfolio of owners Sara Pedrazzini and her husband, Christian Erbisti, who also operate Oltre Mare Italian Restaurant in Pacific Beach, further solidifying their presenc...
Bella Cucina Italian - Spring Food Feast
Craving a taste of Italy right here in Santa Clarita? Look no further than Bella Cucina Italian Restaurant, a local gem that serves up authentic Italian cuisine in a cozy and inviting setting. Known for their homemade pastas, rich sauces, and expertly crafted dishes, Bella Cucina offers a menu that blends traditional Italian favorites with unique c...
Venchi Expanding Throughout California; Two in LA
Venchi, an Italian gourmet chocolate manufacturer founded by chocolatier Silviano Venchi, is getting ready to expand its presence throughout California, including several sites planned for Southern California. Currently, the company only has two locations in the Golden State, with sites in Westfield Valley Fair and UTC San Diego. This is about to c...
Taste of Little Italy in San Diego
The "Taste of Little Italy" tour in San Diego offers an immersive culinary experience, guiding visitors through the vibrant neighborhood’s rich Italian heritage. Guests indulge in handcrafted specialties, from authentic pasta to wood-fired pizza, while learning about the area’s history and the families who shaped its distinctive flavors. With knowl...
This Italian-inspired spot is officially the best rooftop bar in L.A.
It’s that time of year: The days are getting longer, the weather warmer and the likelihood higher that it’ll be months before we see rain again. So we thought it was the perfect opportunity to revisit our guide to L.A.’s best rooftop bars—and crown a new number one. That honor now goes to Dante Beverly Hills, a ninth-floor rooftop at the Maybourne...
Torani Unveils Whimsical “Flavor Factory” Pop-Up for Its 100th Anniversary
Global flavor company Torani will continue its 100th anniversary celebrations by welcoming visitors into a colorful and fantastical “Flavor Factory” pop-up experience April 11 through 13, 2025. This immersive imaginarium of flavor takes visitors through Torani’s rich history, where guests can explore a century of flavor, craft unique beverage conco...
Celebrity Chef Giada De Laurentiis To Open Restaurant At New Hollywood Casino In Joliet
Celebrity chef and entrepreneur Giada De Laurentiis is set to open upscale restaurants at its new land-based Hollywood Casino sites in Joliet. The new dining experience will bring De Laurentiis’ signature fusion of classic Italian cuisine and modern California influence to the Chicagoland region for the first time. Sorellina by Giada will debut at...
Santa Monica’s Next Great California-Italian Restaurant Comes From the Chef Behind Alimento
The era of the “no substitutions or modifications” menu might just be over, at least for one chef who has been in the industry for almost two decades. Zach Pollack, previously a chef at Sotto and more recently chef-owner of Alimento and Cosa Buona (both have since closed), is nearing his next act with Cosetta, a California-inflected Italian restaur...
San Diego restaurant Cori Pastificio wins Italy’s highest dining honor
A beloved trattoria in San Diego’s North Park neighborhood was recognized with a prestigious culinary distinction in Italy comparable to earning a Michelin star. Cori Pastificio maintained the Three Forks (“Tre Forchette”), the highest honor given out by Gambero Rosso, an Italian food and wine magazine, in its 2025 Top Italian Restaurants Guide. A...
Caffé di Talya Brings Authentic Italian Coffee Culture to San Diego
A new destination in North Pacific Beach invites coffee lovers to experience the traditions of Italian cafés without leaving San Diego. Caffé di Talya, founded by Gianfranco, a local who grew up in Italy, strives to recreate the essence of Italian coffee culture through carefully selected beans and an unwavering commitment to authenticity. Caffé di...
This splashy new WeHo restaurant wants to take you on Italian holiday
The inventive pastas, vacation-inspired Italian cuisine and lengthy wine list of New York City’s Cucina Alba have landed in West Hollywood. At Alba, one of the city’s splashiest new Italian restaurants, chef-partner Adam Leonti and restaurateurs Will Makris, Cobi Levy and Julian Black reimagined their East Coast hot spot, with much of the team relo...
The Italian legacy of Piazza 1909 in La Jolla
The story of Piazza 1909 Cucina Italiana begins in Milan, Italy, where Roberta Ruffini and executive chef Stefano Ceresoli first met. Stefano owned a bakery, pasta, and focaccia shop across from Roberta’s home. Though she was engaged at the time, meeting Stefano changed everything. In 1993, Roberta moved to San Diego to complete her master’s degree...