Unearthing The Power Of Food: A Journey With Chef Dan Pelosi
In the bustling city of Brooklyn, a passionate Italian-American chef named Dan Pelosi has been capturing hearts and taste buds with his culinary creations. Pelosi believes that food is so much more than sustenance—it is an expression of love and a way to build a supportive community. With his debut cookbook, Let’s Eat, hitting the shelves in Septem...
Evviva Trattoria Italian restaurant opening at The Ridge in Rochester: What's on the menu
The long-anticipated Evviva Trattoria restaurant is scheduled for a soft opening Wednesday at 4 p.m. "Evviva means cheers, and Trattoria translates loosely to medium-size restaurant, and that's what we are," said Charles Belanger, district manager. "We are a family here and we are ready to serve your family." The restaurant, located at 155 Market P...
Massimo Bottura, Italy's busiest chef, takes America
On an especially congested fall afternoon in New York, Massimo Bottura, Italy’s most famous avant-garde chef, is stuck in gridlock en route to his new project in Harlem. He’d spent the morning at the United Nations, meeting with government ministers as a Goodwill Ambassador for the Environment Program. “It was crazy being there with [Volodymyr] Zel...
The Italian-American Restaurant In New York With Food So Good You'll Ask For Seconds... And Thirds
Want some filling food with an atmosphere that is just as good as what’s on the plate? Looking for authentic and timeless meals that make you want to ask for seconds—or even thirds? Looking for reliable flavor from dishes that are as good today as they were many decades ago? Then check out DeStefano’s Olde Erie, a restaurant in Middletown, New York...
Cremini’s: The little Brooklyn restaurant that could
If Cremini’s Aperitivo & Kitchen were an American folktale, it would be called “The Little Restaurant That Could.” Opened by newlyweds from Le Marche, first-time restaurateurs and newbies to New York, on the dawn of the pandemic, they have managed to thrive through creativity, hustle and passion. Perhaps even more impressive is that the couple, dev...
Osteria 57 is Serving the Most Innovative and Delicious Italian Food in New York
Located at 57 West 10th Street in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village, Osteria 57 is a neighborhood gem. Opened since September 2017, the intimate restaurant is meat and poultry free, but offers authentic Italian cuisine that uniquely combines traditional hearty dishes with handmade pasta, delectable fish and garden-grown vegetables, resulting in the mos...
When ITA and Federdoc Join Forces: A Toast to Italian Culture Through Wine
When it comes to celebrating Italian culture, few things capture the essence of this country quite like its wines. Italy is renowned for its rich history, diverse landscapes, and the exquisite wines that flow from its vineyards. On a warm fall evening in New York City, the Italian Trade Agency, in collaboration with Federdoc, presented an event tha...
Italian Elegance Meets New York City Chic at Lulla
From Renwick Hospitality Group—the team behind ART SoHo, Lindens, Foxtail, and more—Lulla has opened its doors in Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood. With a design by locally based firm Stonehill Taylor, the restaurant pays homage to Italian cuisine through a quintessentially New York lens. Lulla’s serene and welcoming atmosphere sets the backdrop fo...
Calarco’s Italian Restaurant celebrates 90 years in business
Today Gini Calarco Gollnitz, the granddaughter of the restaurant’s founder, is the owner and head cook, with her son Brian, who also works in the kitchen, serving up homemade specialties. Virginio Calarco began Calarco’s Restaurant in October, 1933, after having first trying his hand at running a small grocery store during the Great Depression. “He...
The Italian Trade Agency Partners with Awarded Chefs to Host 3 Masterclasses on the Crasftsmanship of Authentic Italian Cuisine
The Italian Trade Agency of NY is pleased to announce its third edition of "THE ITALIAN RESTAURANTS TODAY" project, a series of virtual and in person masterclasses, hosted by awarded chefs, for aspiring and professional chefs and hospitality professionals, to enhance the awareness of authentic Made in Italy products, culinary techniques and present...
When Coffee is an Art: Cinico Coffee Company Opens in Murray Hill
For Italians who miss the stylish bars they knew in Italy; for anyone here in New York that would like to try the experience of an Italian Coffee bar or for those who take their coffee seriously, Ben Hamilton and his wife Giorgia have opened Cinico Coffee Company (CCC) in Murray Hill, at 199 Madison Avenue and 35th Street with you in mind. Mr. Hami...
Il Mulino New York Partners with Longtime Winemaker Ruffino
Il Mulino New York, the iconic NYC dining destination known for its elevated Italian cuisine and elegant atmosphere announces an exclusive partnership with Ruffino. A leader in the art of winemaking, Ruffino is celebrated for exceptional craftsmanship, distinctive character, and the ability to elevate any occasion. Both Il Mulino New York and Ruffi...