Almost a whole generation of my grandfather’s family left Italy for life in America between 1909 and 1930. Three brothers and one sister from the same family made the voyage by boat. Some went alone, like my grandfather Giovanni (Johnny), with zero English and a mere 14 years old. One of our grandfather’s nieces, Argia, stayed behind when her mother and father went to Philadelphia. Argia’s son Walter lives here in Roseto. He is in his early 70s now and together with his wonderful wife Adriana, manage a business that has been in the family a long time. A Cartolibreria, a shop that sells cards, books (particularly children’s picture books), toys, stationery and small gifts.
Also in Roseto is the niece of our beloved late Zio Vittorio, Anna Maria. A fabulous large-hearted woman with a most infectious laugh.
We have had such a wonderful time with all of them. And some great meals. These women can cook! Just to prove it, here are some pics of the food.
Olive Ascolana and grilled peppers (capsicum)
Triglia - red snapper
Torta, fruit and coffee
The sauce and the meat
The pasta afterwards...got too excited to photograph before
