Calamari is one of those dishes that you can find on almost any menu, whether it's fried up and served with a lemon wedge at the local pub, or making an appearance in a paella at a Spanish restaurant.

Carbone says that when it comes to fried calamari, fresh (as opposed to frozen ... Italian long hot peppers and served with two dipping sauces—housemade Tabasco mayo and marinara.