Settepani Is A Family Showcase Of Italian Food In Gentrified Harlem
For a quarter century now Settepani has been on the corner of Malcolm X (formerly Lenox) Boulevard and 120th Street, yet to pass it you would think it just opened weeks ago as part of the ongoing gentrification of this part of Harlem. Settepani was founded by Ethiopian-Eritrean immigrant Leah Abraham and her Sicilian husband chef Nino Settepani, wh...
Roscioli NYC: A Culinary Journey from Rome to the Big Apple
In December 2021, New York’s MacDougal Street wine bar and restaurant, Niche Niche, had the privilege of hosting Rome’s renowned Salumeria Roscioli for a brief pop-up event. Little did anyone know that this momentous occasion would sow the seeds of a remarkable partnership. Two years down the road, they celebrate the birth of the very first Rosciol...
Tiny Italian bakery on East Ave. that became viral sensation to reopen in new spot
The Italian bakery Forno Tony, which was a viral sensation for just a few weeks last fall, has finally found a new home. The bakery known especially for its authentic Roman pizzas will open at 1344 University Ave. ― the same building that houses the new Black Button Distilling tasting room. Brothers Billy and Ryan Gushue opened Forno Tony at the co...
Delmonico's, piece of NYC history, reopens after 3-year pandemic closure
The New York City cultural and culinary landmark Delmonico's reopened Monday following a three-year closure from the COVID pandemic. City officials say Delmonico's was the first fine dining restaurant in the city when it opened in 1837 on Beaver Street. It has since survived the Prohibition Era, September 11th and Hurricane Sandy. Over the years, i...
The Last Butcher Shop in Little Italy Turns 100
Even on a hot day in July, everyone wants to see the butcher in Little Italy. In this case, it’s Jennifer Prezioso, the fourth-generation butcher and sole owner and worker of Albanese Meats & Poultry, who’s maintaining the family legacy that over the summer turned 100 years old. Step inside the store, and you’ll find a display case of bone-in rib-e...
Ambra, A New Italian Dining Room Led by Chef John DeLucie, Joins Hudson Street Landscape
A new localized restaurant offering modernized light Italian fare consisting of an intimate 75 person dining room is set to open in the West Village at Hudson and 11th Street, featuring notable chef John DeLucie. Joining the landscape of the historic Greenwich Village, the highly anticipated Ambra will offer the newest dining destination in the eve...
ITA Kitchen is coming to Patchogue, in the former PeraBell location
The secret’s out. ITA Kitchen, the popular Italian restaurant owned by Salvatore and Christina Sorrentino, is coming to Patchogue. The Sorrentinos, along with their business partners, are bringing their growing brand to the former PeraBell Food Bar next to the Patchogue Theatre on East Main Street. They made the official announcement on Instagram....
Ferragosto Festival brings a taste of Italy to Arthur Avenue
Belmont businesses hosted the annual Ferragosto Festival, which brought thousands of people to Arthur Avenue on Sunday. The festival is held to support local businesses in the Belmont section of the Bronx. Traditional Italian foods, including the fan-favorite sausage and peppers, were sold. Festival goers were also treated to live music and enterta...
The long-term initiatives for Ferrero USA's frozen division
The addition of 200 new positions underscores and strengthens the presence of the Italian confectionery behemoth, Ferrero, in the U.S. ice cream segment, following its acquisition of Wells Enterprises at the close of 2022. According to reports from FoodDive magazine, this expansion project at the Dunkerque facility in New York, which plays a pivota...
La Bottega to open new restaurant in Glen Cove
La Bottega Italian Gourmet will be opening a restaurant in Glen Cove. The chain leased a 2,500-square-foot freestanding building in the Orchard Plaza shopping center at 192 Glen St. The space was formerly occupied by iSouvlaki, which closed towards the end of last year. Founded in 2003 by Giuseppe and Marisa Ruta, the La Bottega chain has eight...
Ferragosto 2023 in Arthur Avenue
The Belmont Business Improvement District is thrilled to welcome everyone back to the neighborhood for Ferragosto 2023 on Sunday, September 10th! Ferragosto is a special day in the community filled with Italian culture, delicious food, wonderful live entertainment, and great fun. Ferragosto is a way to convene our customers and supporters in a fest...
Savor the flavors of Abruzzo: D’Abruzzo NYC's Italian street food delights
Whether you’re a native New Yorker or your travels bring you to Lower Manhattan, you won’t want to pass up a visit to D’Abruzzo NYC. Tommaso Conte, founder, and chef, sets up shop every Friday at Smorgasburg on Fulton Street outside the World Trade Center. That’s where he cooks authentic Italian street food, served under a signature orange awning s...