"Everybody likes Italian food.".

Authors :: Mariani, John F.
Source :: American Heritage. Dec89, Vol. 40 Issue 8, p122. 10p. 5 Color Photographs, 6 Black and White Photographs, 1 Cartoon or Caricature.
Publication Year :: 1989
Abstract: Chronicles the development of Italian-American cooking. Arrival of Italian immigrants mostly from the south of Italy, in 1890; How the immigrants demonstrated a nostalgia for the food of their homeland; Blend of available ingredients with traditional recipes; Growth of Italian restaurants and pizzerias; Diversity of Italian restaurants; Popularity of pasta dishes such as macaroni, spaghetti, and lasagna among Americans.