The Mario's Journal

Stories from the pot.

Recipes, family history and notes from the kitchens cooking Mario's across the country.

Chef Mario cooking with his mother in the kitchen
Our Story · July 14, 2026

The Return of Mario's Italian Kitchen

After the dining room closed in 2023, the recipes never stopped. Here is how Mario's is coming back, one kitchen at a time.

Penne arrabbiata in a skillet
Behind the Brand · May 30, 2026

How a Virtual Kitchen Actually Works

No dining room, no waitstaff, no lease on a corner storefront. Here is what happens between your order and your door.