Eugene Bottiglieri  1917-1996

Angelo Gianelli  1939-1993

 

Dominick Savastano Jr. - My Father

 

A tremendous inspiration to me in my life; my hero when I was a boy.  Through his love and teaching, he molded me into the man and chef I am today.

 

A restaurant man his whole life, he, along with his brothers, Anthony, were the originators of Casa Nova restaurant in Port Richmond and also ran the Beachcomber in Annadale.  Those who knew him, loved him.  I love him and miss him. God Bless you, Dad.

 

Eugene Bottiglieri- My Uncle

 

Eugene Bottiglieri co-owned and operated Gene's Restaurant in Port Richmond for over 50 years.  The senior salesman of them all, his fine talents in the kitchen could only be surpassed by very few.  I had the privilege to work under his guidance for many years.  I am proud to call him my uncle, my friend.  Though he is no longer here in this world, his recipes live on.  God Bless you Uncle Gebe, you are sorely missed.

 

Angelo Gianelli- My Dear Friend

 

Born is Genoa, Italy, his northern Italian flare for cooking made him extraordinarily good.  I was fortunate enough to get to work with him for many years, then had the honor to employ him for a couple of years.  A very talented chef, his saute work was spectacular.  Angelo, my friend, you are missed.

 

These three chefs, all no longer here in this world, will live on in this restaurant, for it is their recipes you are enjoying tonight.