How exciting! Growing up, food and drink were at the center of my existence. My Nonna had a farm. She canned her own sauce, and dried her own hot peppers on the back patio. My mom had a garden too, and everything was made from scratch. These experiences shaped my life in so many ways. It may come as no surprise that I morphed into a full on foodie, carrying on the made from scratch traditions of my childhood. I hope to share some of my foodie escapades here on Rooted.