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Chef Kevin Maxey boasts an impressive resume. The former vice president of culinary for Ford Fry’s Rocket Farms Restaurants honed his skills at Tom Colicchio’s Craft and Danny Meyer’s Gramercy Tavern in New York. The past four years, he’s been helping other restaurateurs fine-tune their businesses; now it’s time for him to focus on his own. On Marc...

A pair of local entrepreneurs are working to bring a new take on authentic Italian cuisine to downtown Tuscaloosa in the now-being-renovated former home of Sweet Home Food Bar. As the Thread first reported, the locally loved hidden gem has permanently closed after 10 years on University Boulevard downtown. Now, owner Christian Williams and general...

L'ancora, a new Italian restaurant, has swiftly become Rayleigh's culinary sensation, offering a unique taste of Naples in a town known for its diverse dining scene. Replacing the former Choi Yin Chinese restaurant, this establishment has not only brought a fresh flavor to the locale but has also been embraced wholeheartedly by the community, inclu...

From Westchester to the world, baby! Beloved local chef and Food Network star Christian Petroni is making his Nashville debut this month on Lower Broadway at Ella’s on 2nd, which will introduce a new coastal Italian concept, menu, and name – Ella’s by Christian Petroni – under his leadership and in partnership with Red Pebbles Hospitality. Longtime...

Chicago-born bowling alley and restaurant chain Pinstripes is set to come to Orlando in April. Pinstripes will be located near I-Drive at 11643 Daryl Carter Parkway. The 40,000-square-foot venue will house an Italian bistro, bowling lanes and bocce courts. The menu promises food from scratch: wood-fired pizzas, seasonal gelato and an array of Itali...

For those who can't make the trek to Europe this spring, keep your passport at home because a little piece of the Amalfi Coast is coming to Miami Beach. Joia Beach Restaurant and Beach Club on Watson Island has partnered with Amalfi Coast beach club and restaurant, Conca del Sogno, for a limited-time residency. The Amalfi staple will bring its sea-...

Delray Beach has an Italian culinary gem, according to TripAdvisor members and ratings. In fact, this culinary gem shines brightly among its peers, securing its place as the top Italian restaurant in the area. Drift Kitchen & Bar, nestled within the luxurious confines of the Opal Grand Resort, offers a blend of Italian, American, bar, and seafood o...

When you’re looking for a restaurant that has everything you love…great food, a comfortable atmosphere and friendly people…you won’t want to miss Scarpino’s Classic Italian restaurant in Bradenton. It’s a welcoming atmosphere and there’s something for everyone on the delicious menu!  This story is from Facebook! At Scarpino’s, they’re blending thei...

Join us at the MoDA in Atlanta, GA this spring for Al Dente: The Design of Pasta, an exhibition that explores the world of one of Italy's most beloved culinary treasures. Opening April 11, 2024, this exhibition explores the history, design, and culture of pasta. Dive into the history of pasta from ancient to contemporary times. Discover the artistr...

Spaghetti Park, a new quick-service Italian restaurant, has recently opened its doors in Clemmons, North Carolina, bringing a slice of Sicilian heritage to the local culinary scene. Owned by brothers PJ and Daniel Bruno, first-generation Italian Americans with deep roots in Sicily, the establishment seeks to offer an authentic Italian dining experi...

Nothing beats a big, ole bowl of pasta. I love that full and satisfying feeling you get after indulging in a fine Italian meal, don’t you? Well, two brothers have created a cool and unique experience right here in Tennessee and it was all made for the love of pasta. Nicoletto’s Pasta Co. in Nashville, Tennessee, offers up some of the freshest and b...

Smeraldina water is poised to become the next great premium water in the U.S., building upon its recognition in 2023 as the ‘Best Water in the World’ according to the Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting, says F&B distributor Marino. Sourced from the Blue Zone of Sardinia deep within the ‘Mountain of God,’ Smeraldina is also “elevating its...