From the Archives: Chef Costantino Cammarano in Suburban Essex

Why This Feature Still Matters

The November 2015 Suburban Essex feature highlighted Chef Costantino Cammarano at Cucina Calandra in Fairfield, New Jersey, and presented his pumpkin ravioli with sage cream sauce. The recipe reflects a philosophy that has guided his career for more than four decades: respect the season, understand the ingredient, and use technique to create food with identity.

Today, the feature remains more than a moment from the archives. It represents a professional journey built through discipline, creativity, leadership, and the belief that food becomes memorable when it connects people to a place, a season, and a story.

“Recipes may evolve and kitchens may change, but the purpose remains the same: respect the ingredient, honor the craft, and create an experience people remember.” — Chef COS