It is no surprise that Italian cuisine is a staple in Chicago; much of what we know about it comes down to the core recipes we’ve grown up seeing on TV. Recipes like spaghetti and meatballs, fettuccine alfredo (which, in popular opinion, is not Italian), and lasagna are the core dishes that introduced us to Italian food. 

But that’s just the tip of the iceberg: Italy consists of a vast number of regions, each with its unique selection of cuisine. Fortunately, they’ve shared their secrets, and we enjoy sharing food that fills us with joy and keeps us coming back for more. Osteria Langhe (2824 W. Armitage Ave) is a model of this.