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The Rachiele® Journal
Insights on design, craftsmanship, and the modern kitchen.


Making Holiday Memories in the Heart of Your Home: The Kitchen
I grew up in Central New York, in a small farm town with a population of 3,400 called Chittenango. It is known throughout most of New York because of the Majestic Falls that bears the name Chittenango Falls. In the winter, when the leaves had all fallen, we could see the falls off in the distance from our front window. Often, in the winter, the falls would freeze over. I found this image online that was taken in the winter. The falls had not frozen over yet, but I am sure it

Dino Rachiele
3 min read


My Lifetime of Redefining Kitchen Experiences
My first "real career" was born in 1976, when I was hired by Modern Kitchens of Syracuse, NY, to become a professional kitchen designer. I was extremely fortunate to be hired by one of the finest kitchen companies in the U.S. I was quickly sent to a week-long kitchen design school hosted by Wood Mode Cabinetry in Pennsylvania. The classes were at least 8 hours long every day. I was amazed at the amount of knowledge I gained in that relatively short time period. Fortunately, I

Dino Rachiele
8 min read


Italian Meatballs - A Tucci family recipe
The real Tucci family Italian meatball recipe shared by Dino Rachiele, cousin of Stanley Tucci. Made the traditional way with stale bread, fresh herbs, and pecorino Romano. Plus, see how a custom workstation sink transforms the cooking experience.

Dino Rachiele
4 min read


Custom Sink Design, Born from Frustration
60" Dual Tier, Single Bowl, Dual Drain, Stainless Bowl, Brass Apron, Workstation Sink. Perfected Through Purpose Back in 1998, I was a...

Dino Rachiele
4 min read
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