From the Kitchen
Recipes, stories, and the Portland Italian food scene.
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Veal parmigiana has stayed a Portland Italian favorite for good reason. Here is what makes it special, how our kitchen prepares it, and what to serve alongside.
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Old-school red-sauce Italian keeps drawing crowds for a reason. Here is what makes it endure in Portland, from family recipes to warm rooms, at DeNicola's since 1978.
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Family-style dining turns a meal into a shared event. Here is how it works, when it fits your group, and how our Portland banquet room and catering make it easy.
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Fresh pasta and dried pasta are not the same thing. Here is how homemade pasta changes texture, sauce, and flavor at our Portland kitchen, and where it shines.
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Some Italian seafood dishes empty the plate every time. Here are the Portland crowd favorites at DeNicola's, starting with our beloved Linguini by the Sea.
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Cooking for a crowd sounds fun until the day arrives. Here are the moments Italian catering in Portland from DeNicola's beats a hot kitchen and tired feet.
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Wondering if one table can hold both classic Italian comfort food and gluten-free pasta in Portland? At DeNicola's, the answer is a warm and easy yes.
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Family style Italian dining isn't just a service model. It's a philosophy wrapped in marinara and passed around the table. Most people think it's about big
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Portland's Italian scene isn't just about the big names everyone already knows. The real magic happens in the corners most people walk past - the spots where
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Portland doesn't just serve Italian food-it reimagines it. The city's chefs take centuries-old traditions and filter them through Oregon's farms, forests, and
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Portland's Italian catering scene isn't what it used to be. The red-checkered tablecloths and endless trays of baked ziti have given way to something sharper
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Most people think gluten-free Italian food is a compromise. A pale imitation of the real thing. But Portland doesn't do compromises-not when it comes to food
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Most Portland diners think Italian food is just about red sauce and mozzarella. Comfort in, satisfaction out. But the real draw goes deeper than that - and if
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Most people think Italian food means carbs. Pasta, pizza, risotto - all the stuff that'll kick you out of ketosis before dessert even shows up. But Portland's
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Portland's dining scene thrives on contradictions. We chase innovation while craving authenticity. We experiment with fusion while demanding tradition. And
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Most Portland diners think Italian food is just about red sauce and garlic bread. Plate in, plate out. But DeNicola's sees more than that - and if you don't
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Italian food lives or dies by its herbs. At DeNicola's, basil, oregano, and rosemary aren't decoration-they're what makes a dish worth ordering twice. No
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Portland pizza fans don't waste time on small talk. They want to know: Neapolitan or Sicilian? It's not just about crust. Neapolitan means a soft, foldable
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Homemade pasta changes the game. At DeNicola's, the dough gets rolled each morning, not thawed from a bag. The air fills with garlic, tomatoes, and herbs
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Vegetarian pasta in Portland isn't backup. It's the reason people walk through the door. The kitchens here don't just pull the meat and hope for the best-they
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Noon hits and the best Italian spots in Portland are already stacking sandwiches high. These lunches aren't dainty or forgettable. The bread is crisp, the
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The wrong wine ruins an Italian meal. The right one makes it. Choose poorly, and the dish disappears. Choose well, and every fork hits harder. Heavy meat
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Boxed pasta can't compete. Handmade pasta in Portland delivers a bite, flavor, and texture you notice right away. The color pops. The aroma is real. The sauce
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Portland puts its own stamp on Italian seafood. Our local waters give up salmon, Dungeness crab, and fresh clams - and our kitchens know exactly what to do
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Meatballs are everywhere in Portland's Italian restaurants. They're not hidden at the bottom of the menu. They're right up front, and for good reason. These
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Holiday season hits and Portland's Italian restaurants fill up fast. Families crowd around big tables. The food is loud: sauces bubbling, bread breaking
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Gluten-free pasta is everywhere in Portland now. It's not a side note or a special request. It's just part of the menu. Ten years ago, you'd have to hunt for
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Vegetarian Italian food in Portland isn't an afterthought. It's what fills the tables and keeps people coming back. Pasta, vegetables, and cheese show up in
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Italian catering in Portland means real food, made right. Guests want more than just something to eat. They want a meal that feels like an occasion. Fresh
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Pasta isn't the only thing worth ordering at Portland's Italian restaurants. The best spots put vegetables front and center. Eggplant and stuffed veggies
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Portland doesn't mess around when it comes to Italian food. The best spots don't hide behind trends or gimmicks. You get real sauce, real pasta, and a dining
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Italian food stands out because it's honest. The best dishes use what's fresh, nothing more. Tomatoes taste like tomatoes. Basil smells bright and green. Olive
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Gluten-free Italian food in Southeast Portland isn't an afterthought. It's everywhere. It's on the main menu, not hidden in the back. Pasta, pizza, and
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Portland's best Italian restaurants are run by families who show up every day and do things the right way. You get real food, made from scratch, and a welcome
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Portland's Italian food scene brings the true taste of Italy to the Pacific Northwest. In small kitchens across the city, skilled pasta makers keep old-world
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Portland's Italian food story started in the early 1900s when Italian families brought their cooking skills to the Pacific Northwest. What began as small
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When cold rain hits Portland's streets, nothing feels better than sitting down to a warm plate of Italian comfort food. From rich pasta dishes to hearty soups
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Portland's food scene keeps changing, but Italian food stays strong as a local favorite. From fresh pasta to wood-fired pizzas, Italian restaurants across
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Portland's food scene keeps growing, but finding true Italian food takes more than just a quick search. Real Italian cooking brings together fresh ingredients
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Red sauce sits at the heart of Italian cooking. In Portland's best Italian kitchens, making red sauce is an art passed down through generations. The perfect
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Lasagna dates back to Ancient Rome and is a favorite of many people. We all love this classic Italian dish together with its numerous health benefits. Known
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An ancient adage states that you should let your food be your medicine, and let your medicine be your food. This rings true today more than ever, in a society
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Did you know that the most popular cuisine in the US is Italian?This is no surprise, considering that the cuisine has plenty of flavorful dishes perfect for
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Would you be surprised by the fact that 84% of people say that Italian food is their favorite type of cuisine?Even though America may be known as the land of
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It would be a sin to talk about the world's greatest cuisines without Italian. Our beloved pizza Napoletana even made it onto UNESCO's Intangible Cultural
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Italian food is known around the world and for all the right reasons. Thanks to its high-quality ingredients, simplicity, variety, affordability, and
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Imagine a battle where both sides are winners. That's right, whichever side you come down on, pizza or calzone, you've made a great choice.What exactly is a
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What's better than a steaming hot bowl of pasta in sauce?You guessed it! A steaming hot bowl of Italian stuffed pasta in sauce! No wonder delicious tortelli
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A recent report by the National Restaurant Association showed that 61% of Americans eat Italian cuisine at least once a month.Italian food is more popular than
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No Italian meal is complete without the perfect glass of wine. Wine is a vital part of Italian culture; it's a conversation piece, a necessary comfort, and the
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Over 100,000 out of 800,000 restaurants serve Italian food, according to the National Restaurant Association.But if you're looking for Italian food in Portland
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Italian cuisine is the most popular cuisine in the world. For many decades now, people all over the globe have been enjoying the incredible array of dishes
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What is Tiramisu? The short answer is a sponge cake, soaked in coffee and alcohol, then layered with powdered chocolate and mascarpone cheese.But it is
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Ciao, bella! Are you ready to learn about authentic Italian food?Everyone loves pasta with homemade sauce. But if made incorrectly, a spaghetti sauce can be
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You're enjoying your meal at your favorite Italian spot. You think to yourself: "What makes the atmosphere so perfect?" It's rare that you'll find someone who
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Did you know that when you take a bite out of an authentic DeNicholas cannoli, you're part of cannoli history?The majestic cannoli didn't appear overnight! It
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Have you ever wondered why Italian foods are so delicious even though they seem so simple?Whenever that craving strikes and you search for "good Italian
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Did you know that there are around 350 different types of pasta? If you love pasta and Italian food, you are probably always on the hunt for the best Italian
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Did you know that 98% of Americans eat pizza? It's not surprising, considering how delicious pizza is.But what about wine drinkers? A survey showed that 75% of
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Pizza, lasagna, gelato, espresso ... Italian food is one of the most popular cuisines available. Associated with both romantic settings and comfort food
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There's nothing like sitting down at an Italian restaurant to a steaming plate of fettuccine alfredo. The perfectly al dente noodles languish in a creamy
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Italian food speaks for itself: it's the most popular cuisine in the world. Whether you're an Italian person cooking up family recipes at home or a food-lover
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Are you interested in learning more about authentic Italian pizza so that you can get the flavors you need? Real authentic Italian pizza is pretty hard to
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Drinking wine is a part of any traditional Italian feast. And sometimes wine is part of the food itself. Wine is literally cooked into many Italian dishes
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Are you a huge cheese fan and are looking for an option with some nutritional benefits? Mozzarella cheese is a great option!Keep reading to learn more about
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Nearly 53% of Americans choose pepperoni as their favorite pizza topping which makes it the most popular topping in the nation.The next favorite toppings are
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To the untrained eye, a calzone might look a lot like stromboli. They're both just variations of rolled-up pizza, right?Wrong. There's a big difference.We're
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According to the National Pasta Association, the United States has the largest pasta market with 2.7 million tons of pasta consumed. You may be a hardcore
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Wine and Italian dishes go hand-in-hand. The sweet flavors of red wine are perfect for everything from a simple pasta dish, down to the best tasting lasagna
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Is pizza your favorite "unhealthy" food? Did you know that roughly three billion pizzas are sold every year in the United States? That's a lot of cheese and
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With hundreds of different types of food and cuisine out there in the world, it certainly speaks volumes that Italian food reigns as one of the most popular
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Italian cuisine is among the tastiest, freshest, most versatile foods in the Mediterranean.Aside from pizza, pasta, and pastries, Italians love to eat fresh
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According to a recent survey by the National Pasta Association, pasta has it all. It's the ideal comfort food, it's cost-effective, and it's easy to cook, and
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How did popular Italian food go from its humble origins in Italy to making cities like New York one of America's biggest foodie destinations?Let us take you on
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What's your favorite part about Italian food?If your answer was "that delicious Italian herb seasoning," this is the article for you. And if you're sitting
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Among the world's cuisines, few are as notable as Italian cuisine. This is an ideal cuisine that offers variety and can be enjoyed at any time. If you are
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One of the best and most popular cuisines is Italian. Italy has a rich history, including its diverse cuisine that has traveled across the globe. In every
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Cooking pasta correctly is actually harder than it looks. And making an exceptional pasta dinner depends on cooking the pasta to perfection.So whether you want
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Pasta, bread, and other carbs get an unfairly negative reputation in the health community. The truth is that carbohydrates are an essential part of a healthy
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Pasta is a beautiful thing all on its own. But it's always a great idea to pair your pasta with a delicious, flavorful sauce.Americans love their pasta sauce
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It's the third most popular crop in the world and is eaten by billions of people around the world.What is it?The potato! Whether it's baked, mashed, fried, or
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It's official, Italian cuisine is the most popular food in the world according to a 2019 study. According to these findings, pizza and pasta came out tops
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Italian food is the most popular food in the world, with 84% of people in 24 countries saying they prefer the cuisine. While most people are familiar with
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Although most famously known for pasta and pizza, Italian food is so much more!Some of the best Italian dishes are the ones that capture the flavor of the
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Do you avoid eating meat as much as you once did? You are not alone. Over 7 million Americans are vegetarian and nearly 23 million additional people tend to
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Practically everyone loves cheese. And with so many different kinds of Italian cheeses out there, it's easy to get lost in a world of gooey goodness. Not only
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Nothing beats a well-earned night out. You may dress up, meet up with some good friends or someone special you're courting.You're here to have a good time
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The Caesar salad is a beloved, quintessential side option. This is probably one of the only salads that could be considered comfort food.Writing the origin
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Do you pride yourself on being a foodie? If so, then you better know the difference between Panzerotti and Calzone before ordering at a legit Italian
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The keto diet was the trendiest diet of 2018. It's gotten stuck in the public consciousness since then, and it's an appealing approach to dieting. Making your
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Food tastes remarkably better when you have the right wine to complement it. This is especially true of Italian food.The harder part is figuring out if you
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Did you know that Italian cuisine has been called the world's most popular food? Who doesn't crave Italian dishes when you're in the mood for some comfort
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Close your eyes and think of Italian food. What did you picture? Pizza and pasta?Those foods are delicious when made in a traditional Italian way, but Italy
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Did you know that Americans eat around 100 acres of pizza every day? Even though Italians invented pizza, this meal is a staple in countries all around the
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Do you wish you could eat Italian meals all day every day?If you're in love with Italian food, learning how to cook it yourself can help you accomplish this
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Did you know that adopting a Mediterranean diet can help you live longer? If you love Italian food, then this news will be the highlight of your week.The
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Italians may be most famous for their savory pizzas and pastas, but these culinary geniuses also make some unbelievable desserts.Whether you're in the mood for
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Nothing beats a delicious pasta dish with a glass of chilled wine. To enhance the experience, you should enjoy your pasta with a wine that complements the
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Have you ever been to a restaurant that brags about the amount of ingredients that are used in each dish?When it comes to Italian food, less is always more. If
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How did the soup lose its job?It got canned!Minestrone soup is one meal that will always have a job. Popular for its mix-match style of vegetables, it's a soup
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Did you know that historians haven't uncovered the true origin of pasta?Although Italians have perfected the art of making pasta over many centuries, noodles
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