Italian Grandma Makes Onion Bread/Pizza & Pork Flatbread (Chicola)
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Published 2024-01-26
Dough:
5 pounds High Gluten Flour
2¼ teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
2 Tablespoons Salt
7½ - 8 cups Water
Onions:
3 pounds Yellow Onions, Sliced
Olive Oil
Salt & Black Pepper to taste
Pork:
1½ pounds Pork Fat (can use Pancetta or Pork Belly instead)
Salt & Black Pepper to taste
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FAQ:
Who is this lady?
Gina Petitti was born in 1935 in Faeto, Italy. It is in the province of Foggia in the Puglia region of southeast Italy. Her family ran a farm in Italy and she met her husband, Vito, in the same town. In 1970 Gina, Vito, and her 4 children immigrated to America. Gina’s husband passed away in 2012, but she is surrounded by a large family, which includes 9 grandchildren, and lives 5 minutes away from her eldest daughter in New Jersey. Gina enjoys making food for her family in the same old fashion ways as she was taught by her mother and grandmother in Italy, and also new things she has subsequently learned from family and friends in America. She also enjoys gardening, and being an active member of her local Church.
Where does Gina get her recipes?
Most of these recipes are from what she learned growing up in Italy, but some of them have evolved over time. She has also learned new recipes from friends and family in America. She is always eager to try new things.
Why is no one helping her in the video?
Grandma Gina doesn’t want help! Usually, it’s because we will slow her down or not do it “her way.” For the videos we only show her, but when the camera cuts we jump in and help form the cookies or prep for the next step.
Why don’t we buy her a new...?
Grandma Gina has a closet and garage full of new gadgets, spoons, forks, pots, etc… but she doesn’t like them because she is used to doing it with her old tools. She has fun getting her hands dirty!
Who is behind the camera and behind the scenes?
Grandma Gina’s retired son-in-law, Nick, does the filming, editing, production, and channel management. Her daughter, Maria, helps with food preparation, kitchen setup and fan support. Also, Grandma Gina usually has one or two grand-kids in the kitchen to help.
Does Gina read the comments?
We print out and show her how much love she gets from all her viewers, and she is very thankful and hopes you enjoy her cooking! Your comments bring her lots of joy, laughter, and inspiration to make more videos to share with you.
Thank you for watching, we hope you subscribe, and we will see you in our next video!
All Comments (21)
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I am a Chef in Oklahoma and truly enjoy your happiness and joy you spread. You make me miss my granny who taught me to cook and bake!
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Nonna Gina is a national treasure ❤
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After Gina began her channel, a lot of Grannies started to video too. But NONE will ever compare to Gina’s ITALIAN EXPERTISE…. Or her Stunning singing.
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I just want to THAAAAANKKK whoever started this channel. Forever and ever I can have a Nanna in my kitchen. Seriously, THANK YOU FOR THIS CHANNEL!!!
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Oklahoma here too, but not a chef, although I love to cook and bake. I have been watching Grandma Gina for close to 9 years now. I have baked and cooked many of her recipes. I remember her kitchen back then. I hope we, grandma's subscribers, have helped remodel her kitchen the way she deserves it. I also hope her children and grandchildren are recording and documenting the stories of her life from growing up in Italy (?) and her journey to America. SO many times she has put tears in my eyes for so many good reasons. I wish I could just give her a hug. God Bless you Grandma Gina! I am so grateful for your recipes and cookbook!
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I can't believe that this young lady is 88 years old! 💙💙Congratulations Gina and your family for the good mood you give to everyone.
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God bless this woman passing down generations of recipes.
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Grandma Gina makes me smile every time I watch her and see her cook and sing! And the blessing before the bread reminds me of days gone by!
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Can we have Gina seat and have espresso and just talk about life . Gina doesn't have to cook everytime we miss her and would love to have biscotti coffee and here- thank you so much
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My heart sings when I see you! Wish you good health and lots of baking and cooking to share with us.
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She’s singing! She’s making bread and singing… that was so precious, I just hung my head and cried like a child. Every time I’m ready to give up on humanity, I find a video like this, and my faith in humanity is restored. Thank you so much Grandma Gina and UTube .❤️🐝🤗💋
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Gina I love when you bless our food and sing like our grama and mama and aunts everybody old traditions are faded,you bring them back alive, every time you close, episodes. please continue to bless in the sign of the cross bring us so much happiness THANK YOU
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Love it when she cooks and sings together… I am amazed she has memorized all the words to all those songs…!!! Just an amazing woman…!!!
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Beautiful, sweet Gina. Thank you for your sharing your memories, your songs, and your wonderful recipes. You are an inspiration.
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Just love when she sings 🎤🎵🎼 she's absolutely precious.
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Gina is so special , I love her so much❤
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Oma Gina you are the salt of life and the 8th wonder of the world❤
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'Allo ima Gina, love it! Nice to hear your voice again Gina. May all the work of your hands be blessed
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I love your videos! Every time I see you cooking, singing, talking, sharing about life... it makes me happy! Thank you and God bless you, Grandma Gina!
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How wonderful to see Grandma Gina! My day is happy! I will try these. They look very good. ❤️
