Italian is unquestionably Long Island’s favorite cuisine, and that is reflected in the longest single-category "best restaurants" list Newsday's food critics publish. How else to do justice to the miles of pasta, tankers of olive oil and tons of Parmesan that delight and sustain us on a daily basis? This year's list tilts in favor of eateries that focus on the regional cuisines of Italy, but also includes those serving the related but distinctive Italian American repertoire. Full list: https://www.nwsd.li/a74f73