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Sofia Mankin's avatar

I have a similar relationship with my grandmother. She fled Cuba as a young woman and I’ve grown up watching her cook elaborate meals every week. Now that she’s getting older our time is even more precious and I’m trying desperately to grab all of her “no-recipe” recipes. So glad you’re getting to carry on this tradition.

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Maddy's avatar

It’s so special… if you can steal some video clips while you learn from her I highly recommend ♥️

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Alex :D's avatar

Thank you so much for sharing this risotto recipe. I have such amazing memories cooking with my grandma in her kitchen. Every time I smell parsley or cook with ricotta I think of her <3 this reminded me to give her a call <3

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Emily Smith's avatar

Maddy, this story brought tears to my eyes. It made me think about my Nana and how she taught me to bake.. I miss her presence so much! Thank you for sharing this with us. What a dream to be able to have her pot and those beautiful earrings! x

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Andrea Mackessy's avatar

What a beautiful story. Great memories. Look forward to trying these recipes. 😁

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Logan's avatar

This is such a sweet story and had me crying at my desk at 2pm on a Monday! I am glad that you have a dish now that holds such a sweet memories and will keep her legacy alive. She sounds like an amazing and inspirational woman.

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Maddie Mihalich's avatar

This is just beautiful. Thanks for sharing your grandma’s story with us! Looking forward to trying the risotto :)

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Kat Sosnick's avatar

I have watched this video 100x. Beautiful. I mentioned it in my weekly finance linkedin column. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/katsosnick_if-tiktok-were-public-i-would-own-it-activity-7295041424473968644-14h-?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&rcm=ACoAAAAGHC4BInAvL7Cg5HWbabLVc_rUio1ocaI And I love your writing style here too. So I subscribed.

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Maddy's avatar

Omg- thank you! I agree- Tik tok has a great way of uplifting voices/stories regardless of following size.

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Kat Sosnick's avatar

Also as an empty nester with an original Soho loft and a big open kitchen, I love seeing young creatives like you keeping NYC interesting. If you ever need a space to film or create content, you’re welcome to use mine - no strings attached!

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Caroline Beuley's avatar

I have seen these videos on social media! I was like “I recognize that sauce pot!” Your nonna sounds like such an amazing woman, and I love that y’all share this special bond over cooking. I am totally going to try that lemon risotto !!

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emma's avatar

Making this for tonight’s meal. Your nonnas meatball recipe is a staple in my home now. So special

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The Mother You'll Never Know's avatar

Sooooo excited to see what other recipes you make in Nonna’s pot!

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Elizabeth De Filippo-Jones's avatar

I want to make this recipe! 🍋

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