Meatball-loving restaurant Sicilian Butcher to open in North Dallas
An uber-buzzy Italian restaurant is coming to North Dallas: Called The Sicilian Butcher, it's a modern casual restaurant serving craft meatballs, five-foot charcuterie platters, and house-made pasta, and it will open a location near Addison at 5225 Belt Line Rd. #240, in a space previously occupied by Sushi Axiom. According to a spokesperson, the r...
A new Italian pizzeria is taking over former NOLA, Cookhouse location
The location that once housed restaurants like NOLA Brunch & Beignets and The Cookhouse before it, will soon be getting a new concept, complete with a late-night menu and a bar program. Primo's, the new tenant at 720 E. Mistletoe Ave., is an Italian eatery headed to Tobin Hill from the folks who helped bring Ida Claire to San Antonio. Primo's is th...
The Mysterious Origins Of Toasted Ravioli
St. Louis isn't the first city that comes to mind when one thinks of regional cuisines. However, the Gateway to the West does have one dish that puts it on the culinary map: toasted ravioli. Don't be fooled by its name, though, this dish isn't toasted, it's deep-fried. It's usually made by breading stuffed ravioli (the stuffing depends on your tast...
La Bocca to bring authentic Italian cuisine to Jonesboro, AR
Jonesboro residents can soon enjoy authentic Italian cuisine at one of the newest restaurants in town, La Bocca Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria. Located at 2915 Kazi St. in Jonesboro, this new restaurant is owned by Rinor Neziri of Jonesboro and his cousin Tony Avanzare of Paragould, who also owns the Avanzare Italian Dining in Paragould. Neziri an...
Nonna: A Taste of Italy in the Heart of Dallas
Located at 4115 Lomo Alto Dr., Nonna has redefined Italian cuisine with its innovative menu and welcoming atmosphere. Combining classic Italian flavors with contemporary twists, Nonna offers an experience that appeals to both traditionalists and adventurous food lovers alike. Nonna’s menu features an array of meticulously crafted dishes, each desig...
Geraldi’s in Fayetteville, the Italian Eating Place
If you’re looking for a delicious Italian Eatery that has an old-fashioned neighborhood comfy-cozy vibe suitable for families and dinner-dates, then Geraldi’s in Fayetteville is your place. Andy Taber, the owner of Geraldi’s Italian Eatery in Fayetteville, knows a thing or two about pizza and pasta. When he was nineteen years old, he started workin...
How Spaghetti Dinners Became A Tradition In Arkansas
It all began when Virginia Franscori Morsani brought spaghetti to a potluck picnic in 1898. While it wasn't immediately popular following its first appearance in Arkansas, Father Pietro Bandini solidified its importance when he asked Morsani to make an "approachable Italian dish" for his friends who were coming to visit in 1904 (via YouTube). Every...
The Best Italian Restaurants in Houston
When in need of a little comfort food, Italian cuisine rarely disappoints: A bowl of spaghetti and meatballs in a luscious, basil-scented red sauce, or a platter of carbonara with warm, herb-crusted focaccia is enough to provide pure satisfaction. Thankfully, when it comes to Italian, Houston’s got range. With an influx of new Italian restaurant op...
Sarrica’s Little Italy Announces official grand opening for Lafayette (LA) location
Foodies across Acadiana have been anxiously waiting for the official opening date of Sarricas Little Italy in Lafayette, LA. Santi and Gina are natives of Italy & Columbia and have succeeded in bringing authentic Sicilian cuisine to Lafayette. The Sarrica’s prioritize the freshest and most authentic ingrendients by importing them straight from Sici...
Mercato and Company brings 'taste of Italy' to West University in Houston
Italian market, cafe and bottle shop Mercato and Company is now open to West University residents and Houston food enthusiasts, according to a December news release The upscale market offers a curated selection of global, domestic and local products, as well as culinary goods and gourmet experiences, per the release. Shoppers can grab a freshly bre...
Linda’s Dolci: A slice of Italy in the heart of New Mexico
In Italy, food is not just something they eat it’s woven deeply into their culture. This is why Linda’s Dolci is not just a bakery; it’s a slice of Italy, right in the heart of New Mexico.“I am from Pordenone, which is a northern, little town, north in the mountains in Italy,” said Linda Manias, the owner of Linda’s Dolci. “I was just kind of jumpi...
Pulcinella! and Original Nite Cap Bring Sicilian Flavor and Speakeasy Vibes to New Orleans’ 7th Ward
The 7th Ward welcomes a new dining and entertainment destination with Pulcinella!, a homestyle Italian restaurant inspired by Sicilian traditions, and Original Nite Cap, a speakeasy offering craft cocktails and performances. Located at 1300 St. Bernard Avenue, Pulcinella! is quickly becoming a must-visit spot. A Sicilian Culinary ExperienceAt the h...