Couple Opens New AristoKraft Kitchen Restaurant in Killingworth

The owners of the James Madison House have expanded with a second eatery featuring homemade Italian dishes and a cozy farmhouse atmosphere.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Frank DeFlippo and Angela MacCallum, the owners of the James Madison House in North Madison, have opened a new restaurant called AristoKraft Kitchen in Killingworth. The new eatery, which seats 24, will offer a menu of homemade Italian dishes like deep dish Sicilian pizza, meatballs, and chicken cutlets, as well as breakfast sandwiches, salads, and soups. The couple spent over a year renovating the former Cooking Company space, giving it a modern farmhouse look with reclaimed barnwood and handcrafted details.

Why it matters

The opening of AristoKraft Kitchen represents the continued growth and evolution of the local dining scene in the Killingworth area. As a second venture for the owners of the popular James Madison House, the new restaurant demonstrates their commitment to the community and their ability to successfully expand their business. The focus on homemade Italian fare and a cozy, inviting atmosphere also aligns with broader consumer trends towards comfort food and experiential dining.

The details

To transform the former Cooking Company space, DeFlippo and MacCallum undertook an extensive renovation process. They installed new floors and drywall, redid the ceiling with a handcrafted lattice pattern, and refinished the existing wainscoting. They also uncovered a second fireplace that had been covered up, and incorporated it into the design to create cozy nooks for guests. The couple did much of the labor themselves, using their DIY skills from previous projects.

  • The AristoKraft Kitchen opened on February 10, 2026.
  • DeFlippo and MacCallum purchased the former Cooking Company building in 2024.

The players

Frank DeFlippo

Co-owner of the AristoKraft Kitchen and the James Madison House, with a background in landscaping.

Angela MacCallum

Co-owner of the AristoKraft Kitchen and the James Madison House, with experience helping her father, a builder, with apartment renovations.

AristoKraft Kitchen

A new restaurant opened by DeFlippo and MacCallum in Killingworth, featuring homemade Italian dishes and a cozy farmhouse atmosphere.

James Madison House

The first restaurant venture for DeFlippo and MacCallum, located in the North Madison Shopping Center.

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What they’re saying

“We saw an opportunity where we felt we could make it better than it was, and we took a leap of faith.”

— Angela MacCallum, Co-owner (nhregister.com)

“I think the vibe here is sort of similar to James Madison House. It's very cozy, it's warm, it's inviting.”

— Angela MacCallum, Co-owner (nhregister.com)

“The happier you see the customers, the more effort we put in. Because everybody's happy, we're like, 'Yeah, let's do more.'”

— Frank DeFlippo, Co-owner (nhregister.com)

What’s next

The owners plan to continue expanding their restaurant business in the local area, potentially opening additional locations in the future.

The takeaway

The opening of AristoKraft Kitchen demonstrates the entrepreneurial spirit and DIY skills of its owners, who have successfully transitioned from their first restaurant venture to opening a second eatery that caters to the community's desire for homemade Italian comfort food and a cozy, inviting dining experience.