In ‘The Bear’ on Hulu, a Kitchen Staff Is Nearly Eaten Alive
Movies and TV shows about the inner workings of the culinary world have let us peek into restaurant kitchens before. But FX’s new “The Bear” is the first to force you to work in one. As the series (streaming on Hulu) opens, the young chef Carmen Berzatto has left behind a soaring career, replete with awards like the James Beard Foundation’s Rising...
Momento Gelato and Coffee Brings Italy to Michigan
Who doesn't love the chance to travel to another country without getting on a flight? I know I love it. The tastes of Italy are coming to Michigan. If you are a gelato (or ice cream) fan, you will be excited to hear that Momento Gelato and Coffee is opening in Detroit. After taking time to learn about gelato on his many trips to Italy, owner Tom Is...
Here's where to get the best Italian food in Akron, OH
The Akron area has a rich Italian history, so there are many great choices for where to get the best food in town. But I know that can be overwhelming. So I've narrowed it down for you. Here are the three best choices you'll find right in town. I have to be honest, Piada is by far the most convenient option for great Italian food. You can download...
Tourism bureau sets place for an Italian Food Trail
The Trumbull County Tourism Bureau is encouraging residents and visitors to take a stroll on the Italian Food Trail. The program, launched in 2018, was designed to draw attention to the wide variety of Italian restaurants and food sites available in the county. The 2022 trail, which launched this week, includes more than 60 stops. “It’s not just re...
Italian restaurant at Door County winery wins 10th straight Wine Spectator award
If you're looking for a fine glass of wine to go with your Italian food in Door County, Wine Spectator says Vino! Vino! is the place to go. The international wine magazine named Vino! Vino!, a Northern Italian-themed tapas restaurant and wine bar at Stone's Throw Winery, for a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for a 10th straight year. The award w...
Iconic Westerville Businesses: Giammarco's adds spice, authentic dishes to celebrate life's special occasions
Westerville residents have been marking life's special moments by celebrating at Giammarco's Italian Restaurant, 6030 Chandler Court, since 1999. "It’s a place where the community goes for special events in their lives," said Tom Bernardo, owner. "I’m having our 40th high school reunion here for Westerville North." He said his cousin, Vicki Giammar...
ROAD TRIP! Did You Know There's a Nutella Cafe in Chicago, Illinois?
Occasionally when I scroll through social media, I will see something that just stops me in my tracks. When that happens, I immediately screenshot whatever it is. I do this for two reasons. #1- I have a sort of "bucket list" compilation of photos stored on my phone. They serve as reminders of "Hey, Chad. Remember! You need to do this or visit this...
The Safina family to revive Giovanni's dishes at new namesake restaurant
It’s been over four years since guests had their last taste of the Sicilian dishes from longtime Milwaukee restaurant, Giovanni’s. But all of that will change this fall when Safina, a new casual Italian concept comes to the historic building at 785 N. Jefferson St. Safina, which could open as soon as mid-October, will be operated by its namesake, t...
New owners say refreshed Dante's Pizza will remain a Clintonville classic
Buying Dante’s Pizza in Clintonville in October was a real game-changer for Christina Taylor. It finally squelched questions from concerned family members and well-wishers about when Taylor was going to get a real job, something the college-educated Taylor didn’t quite appreciate. Is Columbus a pizza town? Ohio is the best state for pizza, list say...
New Milwaukee restaurant Safina's is resurrecting family recipes from Giovanni's for more casual downtown spot
A version of Giovanni's restaurant is coming back to Milwaukee in a more casual establishment that still is centered on family recipes by the Safina family. The restaurant, named Safina's, will be run by three brothers, Giuseppe (Joe), David and Sal Safina. Their father, Giovanni Safina, will also be a part of the venture, pounding and cutting veal...
'Who doesn't love pasta?' Two brothers bring Italian cooking to Marine City with new food truck
Two brothers are bringing their love of Italian cooking to Marine City with the opening of a new pasta food truck. Alex Christie, owner of Endless Pastabilities, LLC, and his brother, Anthony Christie, the manager of the business, will open their food truck at the parking lot at 319 South Parker St., next to the Sunoco gas station. For the first fe...
Dominic the Food Reviewer: Calderone Club
This weekend I visited Calderone Club on my latest food adventure. The restaurant is located at 842 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. In addition to their popular thin crust pizza, they offer so many authentic Italian pastas including gnocchi San Marzano, cannelloni al quattro formaggi, ravioli della casa and tortellini al calderone. Their most popular...