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The Mediterranean Diet: A Guide To Eating For Longevity
The Mediterranean diet: why is it so good for you? The Mediterranean diet is characterized by a high intake of plant-based foods, it is rich in fiber and contains few calories. It is a low-fat nutrition diet, rich in fruits and vegetables. There are many ways to include it into your daily life. You can…
Taste The Islands: Exploring The Foods Of Sardinia
The cuisine of Sardinia is full of flavor and history. Sardinia food has been shaped by its geography, climate, and cultural influences. Dishes are often made with locally sourced ingredients, such as seafood from the Mediterranean Sea, fresh produce from the island’s farms, and sheep’s milk cheese. Traditional recipes have been passed down through generations,…
Fresh Pasta – All You Need to Know
Arco Cafe, a Sardinian restaurant located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan in NYC, is the perfect destination to buy fresh pasta. Our family-owned and operated eatery offers a variety of hand crafted fresh pasta options, made with the finest and freshest ingredients, that are as delicious as they are healthy. Dine-In: If you’re…
Our Home, Nuoro Sardinia
Diners at Arco often ask about where we grew up. Sardinia isn’t as well known as other parts of Italy, and because it’s an island, has held onto the old ways longer than most other places. Our hometown of Nuoro, in the region of Barbagia, is known as one of the most traditional areas in…
Health Benefits of Fresh Pasta
Fresh pasta has many health benefits and is a delicious and satisfying meal option. The homemade pasta we craft at Arco is superior to store bought pasta because it allows us to control the ingredients, and tailor the pasta to our high standards and cultural traditions.
What Makes Italian Restaurants So Popular?
Italian food is one of the most popular cuisines in America, thanks to immigration and, surprisingly, World War II. Millions of Americans are descended from Italian immigrants who came in waves in the nineteenth century…
Tomatoes
Tomatoes are one of the most versatile and beloved ingredients in any foodie’s kitchen. From fresh salads to hearty sauces, tomatoes can be used in countless recipes to add flavor, texture, and nutrition. But what makes this fruit so special? About Tomatoes Tomatoes are a staple in Sardinian cuisine. They’re often used in sauces, soups,…
Saffron
Experience delicious, authentic Italian cuisine at Arco Cafe. Our food is rooted in the traditions of the island of Sardinia, the first-ever declared blue zone, known for health and longevity. Every dish is homemade using the freshest ingredients to provide you with a taste of the Mediterranean…
Pane Carasau
To Italians, a meal is not complete without bread. In our hometown of Nuoro in Sardinia, there is a museum featuring more than 100 traditional breads. But the one that is on nearly every table in Sardinia is called pane carasau. Of course, we serve it at Arco, along with our homemade focaccia. About Pane…
Bottarga
Here at Arco Cafe, we bring a taste of authentic Italian food from the region of Sardinia to New York City. From handcrafted pasta to traditional Sardinian desserts like sebadas, Arco brings guests together with loved ones to discover new tastes and exceptional hospitality. About Bottarga…
