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Homemade meatballs do not require a lot of fancy or hard to find ingredients. Just the opposite. Italian meatballs, Greek meatballs, and yes even Swedish meatballs, are all a joy to make because they are so pantry-friendly. All of these ingredients are readily available at your local grocery store.

There has been a surprising shortage of new pizza restaurants opening over the past several months. Traditionally, pizza restaurants have thrived, or at the very least performed well, thanks to the majority of customers having a built-in connection with pizza. Trying a new pizza shop is easy, doesn’t take too large of an investment, and a single pizza (or two) can often feed an entire family. And yet, restaurants have veered away from the tried and true offering. Instead, many new restaurants might offer a handful of quick-bake options but rarely focus on the food itself. However, if you’re a pizza lover, then good news because a new pizza restaurant has opened in metro Phoenix, serving up traditional Italian-style slices of pie.

Italian cuisine possesses comforting qualities that few other cuisines can master. The combination of carbs, cheese, oil, and garlic come together to put smiles on faces and satisfy hunger, no matter a patron’s upbringing. Spaghetti, for many families, is a weekly staple. It offers an affordable way to feed a large family. For those who enjoy fine dining Italian fair, some of the best in greater Phoenix come from Italian immigrants, who have recently announced the opening of a new location in the Valley.

See what it's like to take a Rome street food tour with Devour Tours. Starting in the historic Jewish Ghetto, this fun walking tour combines centuries of Roman history with Rome street food favorites.

Caponata is easily one of my favorite eggplant recipes. It is a blissfully versatile dish, one that gracefully doubles as both a zesty appetizer and side dish, while also serving as a hearty pasta topping or even a hearty main course when served alongside something like sausages and crusty bread. It's like having a culinary ace up your sleeve, ready to dazzle guests and family alike in different ways on different occasions.

What do you get when you cross the "classic New Jersey red sauce joint with a regional Italian restaurant"? Fanny's Restaurant & Bar in Bloomfield, which opened for business on September 12, says Chef Jonathan Kavourakis, one of the new restaurant's owners.

Ah, classic lasagna—a comforting and hearty dish that never fails to please the crowd. Layers of tender pasta, rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and melted cheese come together in perfect harmony, providing a taste of home with every bite. The robust flavors of garlic, onion, and herbs in the meat sauce pair beautifully with the creamy, nutmeg-scented béchamel. Whether it's for a family dinner, a holiday feast, or a "just because" occasion, this Homestyle Lasagna with Rich Meat Sauce and Creamy Béchamel is bound to win hearts and bring everyone closer to the table.

Delight your taste buds with the creamy and cheesy goodness of our Spinach-Artichoke Dip. This beloved appetizer is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering, and it's the perfect way to start a meal or enjoy a snack with friends and family. With its rich flavors and irresistible texture, this dip is sure to become a favorite in your repertoire.

In this video, JamesandKarla highlight grilled corn on the cob and Italian food vendors which attracted crowds at New York City's 97th annual Feast of San Gennaro.

In this video, JamesandKarla showcase the Italian food vendors drawing in huge crowds at the 97th annual Feast of San Gennaro in Little Italy of Manhattan.