Tommy's Italian in Oklahoma City returns this spring
by Dave Cathey The Independent Film Channel's hit show "Portlandia" surmises the 1990s are alive and well and living in the Pacific Northwest, but a new restaurant in far northwest Oklahoma City is betting the decade lives on in the 405 area code, too. While "Portlandia" is known for putting a bird on things, this new old concept will...
Italian-American eatery to open at The Joule
by Korri Kezar Over the next several months, some of Dallas' most well-known chefs and restaurateurs are opening a diverse set of new concepts. From antipasti to steamed ginger shrimp dumplings, the eateries are slated to appeal to a wide set of diners. Upscale Kansas City-style barbecue restaurant 18th & Vine plans to open at...
Bravo's brings heart of Italy to El Dorado
By Matt Cooper One man who claims to be living out the axiom of the American dream first opened doors to Bravo's Italian Bistro three weeks ago at 2529 W. Central Ave. in El Dorado.One way to preview Butler County's newest Italian eatery would be to write of a replacement for the El Dorado Chophouse and the Red Coach In Restaurant, which it is. &...
Italian-American Marching Club celebrates St. Joseph's Day with giant pasta dish
A huge weekend of celebrations started for some folks as they kicked off with a huge bowl of pasta at the Italian American Marching Club's annual celebration. Katherine Hauck attends the event occasionally. “I think it's wonderful, it's wonderful,” she said. As the pile of pasta con sardi builds, so does the excitement. Like so many things...
Carrollton’s Cafe Nino to close its doors on May 31
After 18 years in an assuming little building on South Carrollton Avenue, chef "Nino" Bongiorno plans to close his doors there for the final time at the end of next month. "Everyone knows me, and everyone cries," Bongiorno said of word about his plans to close getting out. But fans of Nino's chicken marsala and red wine still have rea...
Fellini Caffè to Bring Authentic Italian Espresso Drinks to the Rice Village Soon
If you're drinking coffee with the sole intent of staying awake, being productive or battling the Houston heat, Starbucks will do just fine. For all other days, seeking out small, independent shops is the best way to ensure a quality espresso. Soon there will be another local Italian café to satisfy your quality caffeine craving. Fellini C...
Taste of Italy Houston: grande successo per la prima edizione
Il Texas regala grandi soddisfazioni al settore agroalimentare italiano. Questi i numeri del successo dell'evento Taste of Italy, che si è tenuto a Houstono nei giorni 14 e 15 aprile u.s.: 24 aziende Food o Wine presenti, 3 consorzi di produzione vinicola, circa 300 prodotti tipici proposti, 69 buyers intervenuti e circa 300 incontri commercia...
Dolce Neve Is Bringing Its Texas-Inspired Gelato From Austin To Houston
Austin's favorite gelato is on the way In keeping with the invasion of restaurants from Texas' other major cities, a sweet new import from Austin plans to land in Clutch City next year. Dolce Neve, an authentic Italian gelato shop, is currently working toward opening its first Houston outpost at 4721 N. Main Street. According to Dolce...
Pizza is Good, Calzones are Better at La Fresca Pizza
There is a paucity of restaurants in Houston that serve calzones and even fewer establishments offer versions that match the quality of those found in Italian-American hubs along the east coast. La Fresca Pizza is among these few, these happy few, and they have two locations. So, give thanks if you have been craving calzones over-stuffed w...
Le Cirque to Pop-Up at the Tower Club in Dallas
Never been to Le Cirque in New York? Well now is your chance to get a taste of the infamous place. On June 10, the Tower Club Dallas will transform into Le Cirque for one night only. "An Evening with Le Cirque" (catchy title!) is presented by ClubCorp and the event will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Here's the official spi...
Italian cooking demonstration and dinner set for June 28
The Italian Cultural and Community Center will hold a cooking demonstration and dinner at 7 p.m. Friday, June 28, at the center in Houston. "Join chef Maurizio Ferrarese, of Quattro Restaurant, Four Seasons Hotel, for a chef demonstration and an exclusive dinner," according to an Italian Cultural and Community Center press release. "The de...
La piccola cucina siciliana conquista il Texas
Arancine e cannoli. Spiedini e ravioli. Malgrado ci sia un oceano di mezzo e quei ragazzini, probabilmente, in Sicilia non sono mai nemmeno andati. L'Italian Cultural e Community Center di Houston (www.iccchouston.com), diretto da Tiziana Ciacciofera, da qualche anno però punta sulle tradizioni e per questo "La piccola cucina" per i bambini dai 3 a...