Step into the world of Italian comfort food with a Vegas twist! Join award-winning Chef Annie Payton as she shares the story — and recipe — behind her restaurant’s beloved dish, Rigatoni Roberta, a mouthwatering combo of baked rigatoni and eggplant parmigiana.
🎶 And what’s Italian cooking without a little music? Chef Annie is joined by her longtime family friend, the legendary Frank Sinatra impersonator Nick D’Egidio, bringing charm, memories, and plenty of laughs to the kitchen.
🍝 In this episode, you’ll experience:
How to make Rigatoni Roberta (baked rigatoni meets eggplant parm!)
Annie’s secrets to rich, homemade marinara using San Marzano tomatoes
Wine pairing from DeFalco Vini, with grapes grown on Mt. Vesuvius
Heartwarming family stories, Italian nostalgia, and classic Sinatra vibes
Whether you’re craving comforting Italian food, love a good kitchen story, or want a taste of Vegas with a Sinatra twist, this episode is sure to make you smile — and make you hungry!
🍷 Memories are made around the dinner table — join us!
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🎶 Who loves Italian comfort food with a little Old Vegas flair? 🍝 Let us know if you’ve ever had Rigatoni Roberta — or if you'd love to try it after watching this! And yes… isn’t Nick the best Frank Sinatra? 😉
🍷 What’s YOUR favorite dish to pair with Italian wine? Comment below and let’s make some memories around the dinner table!