Anthony Bourdain was famous for his strong opinions. The word "artisanal" made him see red; he really, really hated Yelp; and his ire even extended to his own heritage. In "Appetites: A Cookbook," the ...

This is an updated version of my Sicilian grandmother's classic recipe, and it packs a punch. It's hearty, a little meaty and perfect over your favorite pasta. If you're like me, you'll find yourself ...

The first person I called for advice before writing this article was Pop — that is, my dad, Robert DiResto, 84. After all, I learned how to cook as a child from him, standing at his elbow in a kitchen ...

I was always bitter that I wasn't Italian American. You know that scene in Saturday Night Fever, where Tony Manero is eating with his family? All the yelling and the smacking? That looked good to me.

Nothing brings an Italian family together quite like a hearty plate of Sunday gravy—a slow-simmered tomato sauce, often loaded with multiple types of meat and served over pasta. It's a staple for ...