The phenomenal arancino special — a fried rice ball with risotto, mozzarella and peas served in a ragù — is available Thursdays through the month of February. Italian bread and a tangy house Italian ...

The owner of the recently closed Rocco’s at the Brick is opening a new restaurant called Mélange. Mélange is to feature a mix of Louisiana and Italian cuisine in an upscale, jazz-themed setting. The ...

It’s hard to imagine my late summer kitchen without eggplant. Strolling the farmers markets, I can’t hold back and pile my basket with eggplant in all shapes and sizes — black, thin and footlong; ...

Late September and October are peak seasons for a big berry that’s served like a vegetable. What is it? Eggplant! It’s called a fruit because it has seeds and it grows from a flower on a plant. In ...

Globe eggplant, sometimes called Italian eggplant (these are the big ones) are glorious on the grill, where their flesh turns smoky and you can mash it with olive oil or turn it into the popular ...

A healthy lifestyle isn’t just about avoiding illness. It’s about actively supporting your body so it can thrive. When it comes to taking care of your health, the little things you do every day can ...

Treat yourself to the ultimate meatless comfort dish with this Eggplant Rollatini recipe. Thin slices of eggplant are rolled with a creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan filling, layered with rich ...

First things first, says Lidia Bastianich. Before I can even get the first question out of my mouth when I call her to talk about one of my favorite Italian dishes, she wants to make sure I know ...

Lidia Mattichio Bastianich is one of the best-loved chefs on public television, a best-selling cookbook author, restaurateur, and owner of a flourishing food and entertainment business. Her current ...

Thinly slice the eggplants lengthwise into 1/8-inch pieces. Arrange on a rack set on a baking sheet and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 20 to 30 minutes (the salt will draw out the moisture). Preheat ...

First things first, says Lidia Bastianich. Before I can even get the first question out of my mouth when I call her to talk about one of my favorite Italian dishes, she wants to make sure I know ...