To make a name for oneself as a newly arrived immigrant to Calgary is no easy feat. But Gene Cioni did just that with his own two hands and some good, traditional Italian cooking.
La Villa became a gathering place for Calgarian-Italians. A restaurant to not only enjoy an outstanding meal, but to socialize and meet other Italians, and to reminisce about the old country.
In search of her roots, Maria Cioni pieced together a vibrant history of her family and the many famous and not so famous people who came to eat at her father's restaurant. It is a wonderful recounting of the Canadian immigrant experience where many Italians made something from virtually nothing. It is truly about the rich gifts of their heritage.
Guaranteed to make you laugh and cry, Maria's book is sprinkled with historical and family pictures and a few favorite recipes of Gene's. This book is a must have for all who are directly or indirectly affected by the Italian Immigration experience or for Calgarians seeking to learn more about our own western history.
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