Grana Padano and Prosciutto di Parma to Take Center Stage at NRA Show
The Consortia safeguarding Grana Padano and Prosciutto di Parma, two of Italy’s most iconic PDO products, will exhibit at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago from May 18 to 20. Their presence forms part of the EU-backed campaign “Distinctly, Deliciously, European,” highlighting the quality, heritage, and distinctive flavours of Euro...
Owners of Santino's planning Italian cocktail and small plates restaurant in Bay View, WI
The owners of Santino's Little Italy in Bay View in Milwaukee are planning to open a second concept just two blocks away in the former Bay Street Pub, which closed in November 2024. Calogero's, 338 E. Bay St., will serve Italian cocktails, wine and small plates, building on the popular Italian pizza and pasta spot by owners Greg Huber and Santo Gal...
Now that’s Italian! Two Macomb County chefs come together for the Anton Art Center
The Anton Art Center has showcased the work of many talented artists but not many are as delicious as the masterpieces chefs Mauro Querio and Alex Lozovoj plan to create for “A Taste of Italy.” The gala foodie fundraiser to benefit the Art Center starts at 6 p.m. May 22 at the Italian American Cultural Society in Clinton Township. “What makes this...
Portillo’s honors new pope with ‘The Leo’ Italian Beef sandwich
A beloved Chicago fast-food chain is honoring the new pope with a Chicago staple. Portillo’s introduced on social media Friday “The Leo” Italian Beef sandwich. “In the name of the gravy, the bun, and hot giard – we introduce The Leo: divinely seasoned Italian Beef, baptized in gravy,” the restaurant’s post reads. Portillo’s says this “heavenly” cre...
Premier Italian steakhouse looking to hire 100 staff for its planned July opening
The newest Italian restaurant on the block is getting ready for a July opening and looking to hire staff. Big Rock Italian Chophouse, an expansive Italian restaurant at the former Big Rock Chophouse in Birmingham, is looking to fill 100 positions ahead of its opening. Positions the restaurant is looking to fill include servers, positions for server...
Bindi North America Showcases Expanded Family of Brands
Bindi North America returns to the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago with an expanded presence and a renewed focus on culinary innovation. For the first time, the renowned Italian dessert group showcases not only its iconic Bindi brand but also welcomes two new names to the table: Sammontana, Italy’s leading gelato producer, and Tre M...
Fresh Italian Dishes Shine at Mia Francesca
Mia Francesca, located less than half a mile from Wrigley Field in Chicago serves fabulous Italian dishes— perfect for a night out with friends and family. On the Friday night I visited, every table was full, the service was delightful and the food was scrumptious. Here’s everything I tried! After starting with delicious complimentary bread, I orde...
Italian-themed Gina’s Gelato & Java opens in Parma Heights
The sweet taste of Italy has arrived in Parma Heights with the opening of Gina’s Gelato & Java. “Gina’s Gelato & Java was something that came out of a desire to open a venue in our community,” said Jeff Caro, who owns the new business with his wife, Gina Lloyd. They live in the city. “We come from a line of food service industry families. We sold o...
Farmo Launches “Farmo Five” in Chicago
Italian health-food company Farmo has officially launched production of gluten-free Mac & Cheese at its newly inaugurated “Farmo Five” manufacturing site in Elgin, Illinois, marking a significant step in its US expansion strategy. The facility—Farmo’s first in North America—is designed to meet rising demand for gluten-free products in the region. I...
Metsi’s to Bring Italian-Inspired Comfort to Short North in Columbus, OH
A fresh concept is coming soon to the Short North as Chef BJ Lieberman prepares to debut Metsi’s, a new Italian-inspired restaurant and bar set to take over the former Hiraeth space at 36 E. Lincoln St. The two-story venue will offer a more accessible and comforting dining experience than its predecessor, with a focus on handmade pastas, Mediterran...
Nittolo's Little Italy Comes to Downtown Traverse City (MI)
Craving a pizza or a hearty bowl of pasta? You’re in luck: Nittolo’s Little Italy, from restaurateur Eric Nittolo, is slated to open downtown in the Warehouse District in this April, pending licensing and approvals. The new spot was built out in the space where Cut & Run used to be, next to The Tasting Room on the ground floor of the Breakwater bui...
Original Antonio’s Pizzeria going back to its roots in Parma
The iconic Antonio’s Pizza at The Shoppes at Parma closed its doors for good last year after the death of Grace Loschiavo, who started Antonio’s Pizza in 1967 with her husband, Tony. But members of the Loschiavo family are keeping the Parma pizza institution alive with the new Original Antonio’s Pizzeria, planned for 5722 Chevrolet Blvd. at Parmato...