LETTERS

Guests became friends, friends became family

Posted 12/21/22

To the Editor,

The holiday season is a time of reflection. As the New Year approaches we are reinforced with memories of the people and events that it was composed of and often make resolutions as …

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LETTERS

Guests became friends, friends became family

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To the Editor,


The holiday season is a time of reflection. As the New Year approaches we are reinforced with memories of the people and events that it was composed of and often make resolutions as to what we anticipate the new one to come. With our fifth year of business approaching, we, the entire Vanda Family and community have so very much to be proud of.

Opening a small, humble eatery in 2018 in the heart of Appanoag was a business venture that was met with much criticism by the owner’s inner circle of professionals from all walks of life. ‘Nothing has ever survived in that location, what makes you think this time will be any different?’ ‘You’re in the middle of nowhere, no one will travel to go there.’ Owner Dino (Passaretta) didn’t have anything to prove to anyone and opened this restaurant to pay homage to his mother and which he has often referred to as his ‘passion project’. His upbringing was filled with her delicious southern Italian recipes and more importantly, sharing them with friends and family in a comfortable, relaxed and welcoming environment. With the professional influence of first time Executive Chef, Gina Pezza, he did exactly that.

2022 was particularly special for us because we have seen an emergence of events since the pandemic. Our dining room, as it was built to be, full once again with joyous, celebratory occasions. It became a gathering place for a long lunch or even just a quick afternoon ‘pop’ and visit with one of our pleasant and enthusiastic bartenders. This was the year we regained our purpose. The hustle and bustle of our dining rooms empowers us to continue doing what brings us joy, which is serving our guests who have become friends and our friends who have become family.

Buon Natale e Felice Anno nuovo! Saluti alla felicità e alla salute nel nuovo anno. Con Amore, la tua famiglia qui da Vanda Cucina.

Inspired by my 5 years alongside partners; Owner/Son Dino Passaretta & Executive Gina Pezza as well as the irreplaceable service team.


Lovingly & Graciously submitted.

Marissa Lovely

GM Vanda Cucina

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