From Vatican to NYC: A Chef's Dream Comes True
<img src="https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/2025/08/20/2d150224-dfce-4d31-a080-c56c05d1a29f/bisram-6p-pkg-vatican-c-wcbsetjo-hi-res-still.jpg" alt="Chef Salvo Lo Castro">Chef Salvo Lo Castro, who cooked for Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI at the Vatican for 10 years, has opened his first restaurant in New York City's SoHo neighborhood! CasaSalvo, opened in July 2025, serves up delicious Italian cuisine with a touch of Vatican flair.
A Dream Realized in the Big Apple
Lo Castro describes New York City as the "capital of the world" and his "big family." His restaurant is more than just a business; it's his home, where he spends 18 hours a day, crafting dishes with ingredients he lovingly refers to as his "family" - fish, beef, and chicken. He even has special dishes inspired by the U.S. Open!
<img src="https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/08/20/b0a29f73-d40e-443a-ac86-4af3f2a33017/thumbnail/640x360/36633eec9018afc36ef5b6e8422d0281/bisram-6p-pkg-vatican-c-wcbsetjo-hi-res-still-00-01-0804.jpg#" alt="Bowl of pasta at CasaSalvo"><img src="https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/08/20/40d4e482-eab9-47bd-b7d4-7c038adb2872/thumbnail/640x360/e0e3a8733fb028d407f93bce2a3fceaf/bisram-6p-pkg-vatican-c-wcbsetjo-hi-res-still-00-01-3818.jpg#" alt="Plate of pasta at CasaSalvo">His secret to success? The simple things. He emphasizes fresh, high-quality ingredients, and of course, that essential Italian touch – Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, which he calls the "gold of Italy."
Experience the Taste of History
CasaSalvo offers a unique dining experience, blending the culinary traditions of Italy and the grandeur of the Vatican. It's a must-visit for food lovers seeking an unforgettable taste of history and passion.
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