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Kitchen notes and restaurant stories.

Follow seasonal menu updates, catering tips, and stories from the Nick's team.

Pasta with meatballs and a glass of wine on the patio at Nick's Italian in Scottsdale.

June 26, 2026

Why Italians Eat Dinner Later, and Why It Makes the Experience Better

In Italy, dinner isn't just another meal. It's an experience meant to be shared, savored, and never rushed.

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Caprese salad with fresh buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil at Nick's Italian.

June 8, 2026

The Best Italian Dishes to Enjoy During an Arizona Summer

Light, fresh Italian dishes packed with seasonal flavors—perfect for hot Arizona days.

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Patio table at Nick's at Frank Lloyd Wright with wine bottles and Nick's menus.

April 10, 2026

A North Scottsdale Favorite

Nick's Italian has been a neighborhood favorite for 30 years.

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Antipasto spread plated for a Nick's Italian catering event.

March 22, 2026

Planning Catering for a Crowd

Nick's catering covers corporate meetings, celebrations, and black-tie affairs.

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Grilled vegetables with feta and capers on a Nick's plate.

February 18, 2026

Gluten-Free Italian Options

Nick's Italian offers gluten-free pasta, pizza, appetizers, salads, chicken, veal, and seafood options.

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