From the Restaurant That Frank Sinatra Made Famous
Of the thousands of restaurants in New York City, very few
withstand the tests of time—and only one can lay claim to being
Frank Sinatra’s favorite. And where Frank went, his friends
followed—from close pals such as Tony Bennett and fellow Rat
Packers Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. to the show-biz colleagues
they brought in.
Established nearly sixty years ago, Patsy’s has long been a
celebrity favorite and a New York institution. Why? Great food,
family friendliness, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel
like you’ve come home. And the fare is the classic southern Italian
cuisine that’s become America’s comfort food: Mussels Arreganata,
Fettuccine Alfredo, Rigatoni Sorrentino, Chicken Parmigiana, Veal
Marsala, Shrimp Scampi, Tiramisù . . . a greatest hits of
Neapolitan-influenced dishes.
And Patsy’s Cookbook provides more than recipes: also in the mix
are anecdotes from family and friends, including the occasion when
Pablo Picasso tried to give Patsy a painting; the time that the
restaurant opened on Thanksgiving Day just for Frank Sinatra; Aunt
Anna’s rather unorthodox autograph request of Sean “P. Diddy”
Combs; and the story of the roast suckling pig delivered to Jackie
Gleason’s hotel suite.
Here is a remarkable collection of 100 perfectly executed,
delicious recipes, heartwarming stories of a successful family
business, and entertaining celebrity tales, capturing the full
experience of a New York City institution. Patsy’s Cookbook is an
invitation to join the extended family that’s proud to call Patsy’s
their second home.
關於作者:
Sal J. Scognamillo is a co-owner of and third-generation
executive chef at Patsy’s, which was founded in 1944 by his
grandfather Pasquale shortened to Patsy at Ellis Island in 1923.
Patsy’s is located at 236 West 56th Street in New York City and is
known nationwide for their line of award-winning sauces.