It’s 2023. We made it. What is it about a new year—a simple delineation of time, a mere uptick of a single digit—that encourages us to renew our hopes, to set new goals, to effect change? I’ve never been too big on making resolutions—at least not the New Year’s kind—but there’s something about closing a chapter and starting a new one that spurs excitement. It means new possibilities, and for me, optimism is always affixed to new opportunities.
This issue, our first of 2023, showcases several Neapolitans who’ve made the most of their opportunities, specifically in the world of culinary arts. Starting on page 115, you’ll find the recipients of our tenth annual dining awards, which include both editor’s picks by Gina Birch and readers’ choices, determined by online voting.…
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Naples Illustrated (Digital) - 1 Issue, January 2023