It’s an Italian restaurant that’s purposefully unlike ... (But counting the vintage designer handbags in Stella’s packed two-level space will quickly make you realize the old money is ...

Credit: Gary Licker Italian is unquestionably Long Island’s favorite cuisine, and that is reflected in the longest single-category "best restaurants" list Newsday's food critics publish.

Giovanni's Italian Ristorante is now open in Sauk Rapids, adding a new Italian restaurant option to the area. The business is located in the former El Loro Mexican Restaurant location at 15 N.

In more modern times, restaurants like Valentino, Peppone, and Angelini Osteria introduced more upscale Italian food with chefs at the forefront. Today, the city’s approach to Italian food ...