The name of the first dentist Linda worked for in Buffalo Grove.
Dr. Chuck Bewick
The two meats that accompany every mostoccoli dish in the Mirabelli kitchen.
Meatballs and Sausage
The name of the church that Linda and Nick have been parishioners at for the past 40+ years.
St. Mary
Linda's original nickname for her firstborn son.
Toe Toe Woo
Linda gets nutty with this dessert that Papa claims is his all-time favorite.
pecan pie
Linda enjoyed many family and friend reunions at this "relaxing" Fel-Pro company picnic location.
RRR
Linda runs the ship to teach the whole family how to make this favorite pasta with an unconventional name.
Gobbadils
The name of the religious order that Linda studied to become part of.
Carmelites
The name of the furry family member who lived a short and "sweet" life.
Sugar
The three letter abbeviation for the creamy texture fruity dessert that has become a favorite among all Mirabellis.
banana cream pie
Upon the retirement of Dr. Bewick, Linda worked for this artist/dentist
Dr. Kashefi
Tony claims this is his favorite pasta dish that Nana makes.
eggplant parmesan
Nana witnessed miracles and developed a special devotion to our blessed mother when she pilgrimaged to this town, which was then located in Yugoslavia.
Medjugorje
What her daughter was almost named, if Gram had not suggested 'Lisa'.
Laura or Amy
This rich dessert has a name that signifies the end of someone's life if you eat it.
death by chocolate