I can still hear Grandma Bella calling out from the kitchen in her heavy voice to all of us at the dinner table, 'Mangia! Mangia!' It was the signal to put to my lips the best thing I had ever tasted -- and eat! As I got a bit older, I was permitted in the kitchen to learn from the master.

She always spoke especially loudly in her accented English when explaining a recipe -- very important matters demand full attention! I only hope I have done her recipes some justice here, and that our customers will enjoy this food as much as I do.