My Dad’s sister, my Aunt Vivian, is a Brooklyn native and the Matriarch of our family. At the time of this Episode release (Jan 2024) she just turned 87 years old and she is one of the best storytellers I know. She has taught multiple generations how to cook “with love” and her eggplant parmigiana, potato croquettes and Sunday sauce will put anyone in the most glorious food coma. When I was home for Christmas, I asked her if she was up to recording a favorite family recipe with me...and what ensued was the funniest recount of some of our family’s history along with a heartfelt conversation with one of my most favorite people on the planet. Listen in as she takes us through: The Coveted Recipe for Grandma's Italian CreamTips for bottling this magical beverageHer thoughts on enhancing the drink with additional spirits (and which ones to use)How my great-grandparents' entrepreneurial spirit kept the family comfortable through the depression and prohibition It’s fun. And funny. And you’ll thank me when you make this recipe! (And yes, she blessed me sharing this with all of you).Get the recipe here!If you'd like to Support the Podcast, you can buy me a glass of wine or our producer Kathryn a bourbon) we would be so grateful!Please consider Rating, Reviewing and Following Us on Apple Podcasts!“Delightful and fun. Now I love my Monday Commute” (kpjscarbs). Sound like you? I’d love for you to leave your own review!How? Click Here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with Stars and select "write a review" and let us know what you loved most about this episode! If you haven't already, please FOLLOW the podcast! We have so many more exciting episodes coming out, and if you're not following you might MISS then! Click here to Follow! Questions, suggestions and guest requests? nikki@sipwithnikki.com