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Not for the first time will I argue that the best Italian restaurants are more often than not run by individuals who put their names and reputations on the line every day and night they’re open. The menus are their own, their purveyors work with them, their staff has longevity and their presence in the kitchen and dining room is as dependable as th...

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Limoncello Ristorante opened earlier this spring in Washington Township, describing the menu as “authentic Italian cuisine meets the refreshing taste of lemons” During my recent dinner visit I was able to try several amazing entrees and appetizers, and clearly Limoncello is a standout new addition to the South Jersey food arena.

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Lasagna is a beloved traditional Italian dish characterised by layers of pasta, sauce, cheese, and various fillings. Originating in Italy, this culinary masterpiece has gained global recognition for its rich flavours and comforting appeal. Its popularity transcends borders, making it a staple in Italian restaurants worldwide. The harmonious combina...

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The Colony is now home to a new authentic Italian neighborhood restaurant, pizzeria and wine bar.  “Quartino selected the Colony as its first home in Texas because of its friendly people, incomparable growth, culture and diversity,” said Erick Starke, general manager of Quartino Ristorante and Wine Bar.  “Our goal is to serve up southern hospitalit...

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Passing beneath Federal Hill’s iconic pine cone-bearing arch, a friend and I joined the Providence Tour Company group gathering in Garibaldi Park, ready to take a deep dive into the historic Italian neighborhood’s food-filled past. Our guide, Patti Sammartino, explained that the gateway’s pine cone, La Pigna, symbolizes abundance and prosperity. It...

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Adrienne Guttieri, a promising young chef who studied in Italy and worked her way up at restaurants there and in New York, died last summer at 33. Her family, most notably her brother, Frank Guttieri, is keeping her memory and legacy alive at this new restaurant named for her in their hometown area of the Rockaways. They have taken over the waterfr...

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The XLII Italian Bowl, the Italian American Football final organized by the Italian American Football Federation (FIDAF) and the Italian Football League (IFL), was held in Toledo, Ohio on 1 July. The match between the Guelfi of Florence and the Parma Panthers took place at the Glass Bowl, the stadium of the University of Toledo, and was the occasio...

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Fifty-eight percent of Italian tourists in 2023 are choosing holiday destinations linked with food experiences, a 37 percent increase from 2016, a new report has found. The trend benefits olive millers and farmhouses, offering tourists olive oil-related experiences.  According to the 2023 Wine and Food Tourism Report, 9.6 million Italian tourists w...

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If you have some knowledge of the Italian language or culinary history, you might know that puttanesca stems from the Italian word for "prostitute." But is this simply a coincidence, or does this pasta sauce have a sordid past? Name aside, there's nothing risqué about the actual ingredients. The backbone of this sauce is crushed red tomatoes mixed...

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There are some occasions that call for casual, simple food. When you just need a quick bite or something unfussy. Then, there are moments that require something a bit more. These are the days when you’re in search of an experience that feels like something special. When you need something unique, we love the idea of one particular spot in Whitefish...

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