I was born and raised in a tiny village of 500 people in the Venetian countryside, surrounded by miles and miles of flatlands dotted with sleepy villages like mine–a place with no apparent rhyme or reason outside of its rural vocation. It hasn’t always been this way, or so I am told. The land was diversified, fertile, and, more importantly, populat...
READ MOREFast-casual is dominating the dining landscape today. We see this style of restaurant becoming more popular each year—from 2022 to 2023, the fast-casual market more than doubled in value, according to a report released by Allied Market Research late last year. Whether it is because diners increasingly want faster, more casual service, or if it’s a...
READ MORESouthern Italian restaurant Cicala at the Divine Lorraine has a new sibling in Sorellina, a Neapolitan pizzeria and spritz bar located across the lobby of the historic hotel on North Broad Street and Fairmount Avenue. The expansion is the combined effort of chef-owner couple Joe Cicala and Angela Ranalli-Cicala. They chose the name, which translate...
READ MOREFelice, the popular Tuscan dining spot from New York City, us debuting its new flagship Miami location, Felice Brickell, in Miami on Thursday, July 18. Pronounced “Fe-Lee-Che,” which means “happy” in Italian, the restaurant offers a family-oriented approach to Tuscan-inspired cuisine. Executive chefs Roberto Consiglio and Luigi Bailon lead the kitc...
READ MOREHere in Italy, gelato is a truly beloved treat, deeply ingrained in our culture. With an average consumption of about 6.5 kilograms (14.3 pounds) per person annually, it’s easy to see how we consider gelato more than a common dessert: we love it, all year round. Needless to say, though, it’s when the sun shines brighter – and hotter! – that we turn...
READ MORENestled in the heart of Sandy Hook at 105 Church Hill Road in Newtown (CT) lies Sugo Gastrobar, a restaurant that offers rich and flavorful modern Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist. From brick oven charred pizzas and fresh homemade pasta to savory desserts and a large selection of wine and specialty cocktails, Sugo Gastrobar has something f...
READ MORERoman rice croquettes, originally known as Supplì al telefono, because when you bite into them the warm mozzarella stretches and looks like old-fashioned telephone cords, are one of my most requested recipes. Nowadays they go by the simple name of Supplì and are one of Rome’s most beloved street foods. Once during an interview with an Italian food...
READ MOREThe hazelnut, widely found in all temperate regions of the northern hemisphere, was one of the first fruit trees to be used and cultivated by humans, providing an important source of energy for early nomadic populations. Research carried out in past years has shown that the hazelnut was already present in the historical cultivation areas of Piedmon...
READ MOREPulcinella is a pizza restaurant and bar located throughout the Front Range of Colorado including Fort Collins that offers a broad menu full of delicious Italian-style food and beverages served by friendly, welcoming staff. This pizzeria offers dine-in, outdoor seating, in-store pickup, takeout, and delivery via DoorDash and GrubHub. This restauran...
READ MOREItaly's Sicily is an iconic European destination, offering a combination of natural beauty, scenic beaches, mouth-watering cuisine, exquisite wines, and fascinating history. Not to mention that Sicily offers lots of stylish hotels for an unforgettable summer vacation. However, what if you don't want to travel overseas to experience Sicily? Believe...
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