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The battle between Old World and New World wines has been around for centuries and still persists today. Although countries outside the established wine-growing regions of Europe and the Middle East now boast their own traditions going back hundreds of years, snobbery around New World wine continues to exist among some enthusiasts, who would argue...

A name change signifies that Baci Pizza in East Naples is more than a pizzeria. It’s now Baci Trattoria & Pizza in a new restaurant space less than a mile away from its original location. “We moved away from pizza, and this location is more like a trattoria. A trattoria in Italian means homemade-style Italian food,” said Baci owner Francesco “Frank...

Located on the charming Frankfort Avenue, Volare Italian Restaurant stands as a beacon of culinary excellence in Louisville, KY. With its promise of authentic Italian cuisine infused with modern touches, Volare offers an exceptional dining experience that goes beyond just a meal—it’s a journey into the heart of Italy with the distinct flair of Loui...

Jon & Vinny’s, the wildly popular Los Angeles Italian-American restaurant known for its spicy fusilli and pizza, is heading to Miami with a new ‘residency’ at the Rubell Museum. The restaurant — from chefs and co-owners Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo, along with wine director Helen Johannesen — is set to open in the next few days in the museum’s Allapa...

When Kathryn and Trevor Rudisill opened Peri Social House in Black Mountain earlier this year, they knew they wanted to have a food truck on the property.“It’s kind of been one of our goals all along,” Kathryn Rudisill said. “We knew that we didn’t have the mental capacity to do anything in the food realm for the first few years at least, but we kn...

The new restaurant, Abbracci Italian Cusine & Cocktails, is offering coastal charm to a local neighborhood. Don and Joanne Migliori are set to unveil their latest culinary venture, Abbracci Italian Cuisine & Cocktails, held its soft opening Friday, Nov. 8, in North Mount Pleasant. The restaurant promises an inviting and elevated dining experience,...

As the hour grows late, it takes the promise of something special to get this East Pointer to drive out to the northern burbs for a bite. But on a recent Saturday, hunger and curiosity won out, because, as my Italian boyfriend from Jersey says, “I’m hearing things.”  We made our way to the south side of Marietta Square, where a moonlit night led us...

Il Forno Italian Restaurant is set to open a second location in North Lakeland this December, owner Mike Pugliese told Business Debut. Located at 6617 N Socrum Loop Rd, Lakeland, FL 33809, the new restaurant will build on the popularity of the original Il Forno on the south side of Lakeland, which has been serving the community since 2004. The Nort...

Here are some noteworthy restaurants opening around Charleston this fall season. North Mount Pleasant Gets a New Italian SpotRestaurateurs Don and Joanne Migliori opened Abbracci Italian Cuisine & Cocktails (1146 Muhlenbergia Drive) on Friday, November 8. Chef Devin Sansone puts out dishes like rigatoni with pork ragu, ricotta gnocchi. margherita p...

When Calcedonio “Cal” and Genevieve Bruno first opened their intimate, 37-seat restaurant off Second Street in downtown Fort Myers a decade ago, they weren’t thinking about the future. Ten years later, that future has arrived. The new Bruno’s of Brooklyn Italian Eatery opened the evening of Nov. 18 at 2149 First St. The original location at 2112 Se...

For those who haven't been able to book a reservation at Carbone in South Beach (or don't want to make the trek to the Beach to try the famous spicy rigatoni), New Times has great news for you: its sister restaurant is opening this December in Coconut Grove — and this time they'll accept walk-ins.According to Bloomberg, Major Food Group's sister re...

A new Italian restaurant is joining the growing roster of eateries and bars at Miami Worldcenter. Meet Casa Gianna, an Italian eatery that blends Tuscan cuisine with new cooking techniques — and it'll even be open for breakfast.Set to open Monday, November 18, at the newly opened Gale Miami Hotel & Residences at Miami Worldcenter in downtown, Casa...