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“I am a glutton for punishment,” says restaurateur Scott Rosenberg. After running Il Barilotto in Fishkill (NY) for 19 years and then answering local foodies’ request for Italian fine dining by opening Il Figlio Enoteca in the town in 2021, Rosenberg isn’t resting on his laurels.  Instead, he’s opened La Sorella Mercato, a self-described “elevated...

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Even before I opened "Dolci!: American Baking with an Italian Accent," my husband was all in on this new cookbook. He was listing off recipes in an enthusiastic voice usually reserved for reading car magazines. From desserts like Mocha Orange Whoopie Pies to cocktails like the Amaro Root Beer Float, to the Aperol Spritz Cake that combines both, he...

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Locals are finding a little bit of Italy by the corner of Orlando and Minnesota avenues with the recent opening of M’ama Napoli. The bakery deli features traditional Neapolitan recipes and hard-to-find imported goods that have been in growing demand since the doors opened on June 25. “The idea for M’ama Napoli came from a deep passion for authentic...

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Little Italian Pizza is in the know when it comes to dough. The restaurant, located at 373 East Bailey Rd., has been serving up slices of pizza and more since 1974, recently celebrating its 50th anniversary. Patrick Brioch, owner of Little Italian Pizza, has been involved in the pizza business for 23 years. He says one reason his restaurant has don...

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1.7 million viewers tune in to watch 85-year-old Nonna Marianna cook sugo ai piselli or make espresso on her grandson Giuseppe’s account (@sepps_eats). Elsewhere, 77-year-old Nonna Fina (@mynonnafina) is seen being pranked by her granddaughter Maddie, ranking Met Gala looks, and sharing her recipe for lemon biscuits. And then there is 84-year-old N...

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Boasting a long tradition that goes back three centuries, pizza in Naples is not only a popular food, it is an integral part of the city's history. It was created to allow the less well-off to have a quick, inexpensive meal. The True Neapolitan Pizza Association has since 1984 steadfastly defended the originality of this precious food and spread it...

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There’s something about finding the perfect cafe, reminding you of a distant trip to Europe or the shop you used to venture to for an espresso and pastry in New York City. Dolce Marie, located at 464 Bloomfield Avenue in Verona, fills that void. Nearby Verona Park, Dolce Marie serves coffee, breakfast, lunch, and, most notably, baked goods made in-...

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In 2023, Italian exports of goods reached €626 billion, maintaining stability compared to 2022. This balance was achieved despite a 5% drop in export volumes, counterbalanced by a 5.3% rise in export prices. Italy, representing 2.2% of global GDP, boasts over 5% market penetration in at least five macro-categories, with peaks up to 10% in sectors s...

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"Casa Della Mozzarella" is making big headlines for one of its handcrafted creations. The Bronx staple landed a spot on the New York Times list "57 Best Sandwich's That Define NYC." Its signature sandwich, "The Casa," is generating a lot of buzz and longer lines. The family business has been serving the Bronx for 31 years. The Carciotto family tell...

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Nestled at the end of Greenpoint, Le Fanfare is a culinary treasure brought to life by jazz musician Luca Fadda, his wife Giorgia, and their longtime friend Nicola Paganelli. This passion project showcases a harmonious blend of Italian and Californian flavors, providing diners with an unforgettable experience. The moment you arrive at 1103 Manhatta...

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