I am thankful to my Mom Elisa who has the courage to let me go when on June 16, 1976 I left for America for the first time.

I am thankful to my Dad Luigi who taught me the meaning of hard work.

I am thankful to my two older brothers Michele and Matteo for encouraging me to follow my dreams. Thanks for not beating up on me too much when we were kids.

I am thankful for my kid brother Nunzio for inheriting along with myself my Mom's passion for good food and always sharing in my excitement for bringing a little taste of my hometown to America.

"Life is a good laugh and a piece of bread," my Mom used to say. "Celebrate it with family and good friends....A nice glass of wine would be okay too."

My Father likes to add, "Che ce ne freca a nu!"

Salut!
Mario Vincitorio
Founder & Owner, Vincitorio's Restaurant