D.C. Grand Award Winner Fiola Reopens as Farm-Driven Pop-Up
Wine Spectator Grand Award–winning destination Fiola returns to Washington, D.C., Sept. 10 as a pop-up concept called Fiola 2.0, featuring an enhanced farm-driven focus. Led by chef Fabio Trabocchi, the pop-up highlights a locally sourced menu through a new alliance with Chancellors Rock Farm in Rappahannock County, Va. Trabocchi cites his childhoo...
The Best Italian Delis in Hoboken
There’s no question in our minds that while New York is the city that doesn’t sleep, Hoboken is most certainly the city that always eats — a title we are incredibly proud of. The vast array of cuisines that diversifies the city is what makes dining out a culinary experience. But for those looking for the classic Italian deli, Hoboken is also the sp...
Venti Food Truck: A Traditional Taste of Italy on Wheels in Jersey City
In the last 200 years, millions of people immigrated to the United States from Italy, the majority of which came from Southern Italy. With Ellis Island nestled between the beautiful state of New Jersey and New York, it’s no surprise that many Italian immigrants chose to dig their roots in cities nearby the Hudson River. Given this history, it’s als...
Nicola Pizza to move from Rehoboth Beach after almost 50 years
Nicola Pizza, a Rehoboth Beach institution for almost 50 years, is closing both of its current locations and moving to Lewes, the restaurant announced on Facebook Sunday afternoon. "Please know that this was not an easy decision — to leave the home we have loved for so long — but an amazing opportunity has presented itself and we simply could not p...
Galliano Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar is open for business
Galliano Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar on Maple Lawn Boulevard in Fulton wants you to know, they’re open. It’s a New York City style restaurant, serving up classic Italian food for lunch and dinner. The restaurant was set to open just days before restaurants were closed in Maryland. "Not only is it a new restaurant but now we had to wait three or...
Chef Chris Cosentino’s Bold Cuisine is a Family Affair
When you're as fearless in the kitchen as the celebrated culinary daredevil Chef Chris Cosentino, it's no wonder you’ve been considered one of the most talented chefs in the country. The man cooks with GUTS. "Putting a face to what you eat sometimes opens your eyes a lot. There is more to just skeletal meats." But that wasn't always the case for Co...
Ciro’s Italian Restaurant Now Open in Perth Amboy
Fans of Italian Food in Perth Amboy have a new spot to add to their list. Ciro’s Italian Restaurant, Pizzeria & Bar is now open and ready to serve. The family-friendly eatery seats about 60 outdoors under the shade of multiple umbrellas. Under normal circumstances, the colorful interior can seat about 300 guests at capacity as well. Chef and Owner...
Closed since lockdown, Felina in Ridgewood will finally reopen July 30 for outdoor dining
After being closed for four and a half months, Felina in Ridgewood is set to open this weekend. The much-ballyhooed 120-seat contemporary Italian restaurant and bar headed by 4-star chef/partner Anthony Bucco will offer outdoor dining on its sidewalk Thursday and Friday (5 p.m. - 9 p.m.) and on Prospect Street Saturday (noon to 3 p.m., and 5 p.m. t...
Roxbury Pizzeria Owner Knows the Score: Fresh Food, Family Recipes
He operates an Italian restaurant in a town that suffers no shortage of Italian food, so Roxbury Pizzeria owner Albert Lepore knows he must be on top of his game to keep customers happy and win new ones. Good thing the 51-year-old restaurateur, an athletic guy, thrives in competitive environments. “I’ve been playing sports since I was a kid,” said...
Italian Restaurant Piece Out Opens In Del Ray
From the owners of St. Elmo's Coffee Pub, Market 2 Market and Cafe Pizzaiolo comes Piece Out, a new Italian restaurant in Del Ray. The restaurant is now open at 2419 Mount Vernon Avenue, the former location of Catch on the Ave. The opening was first reported by Alexandria Living Magazine. According to Eater DC, food is being prepared for takeout du...
Your Sister's Balls food truck takes family recipes on the road
A new business usually starts with a plan, long thought on and tinkered with before the owner takes the leap. That is not how things went for Your Sister's Balls, a meatball business Nicole Montecalvo started in the fall. "It all just kind of happened. None of this was planned," she said. "I've been making meatballs forever with my family and for...
Fat Vinny’s opens in Dewey Beach
Known for its food truck specializing in Italian sausages, Philly cheesesteaks and half-pound burgers, Fat Vinny’s celebrated the opening of its Dewey Beach restaurant June 10. Owner Vinny Manuele said his food truck has been so successful, he was able to branch out with a storefront. Manuele says the family-run operation, which includes wife Louis...