A collection of recipes and anecdotes inspired by the world-famous restaurant Joanne Trattoria, owned by Joe Germanotta, father of Lady Gaga. Family, food, and love are the foundation upon which Joe and Cynthia Germanotta raised their daughters. Built on those same principles, the Germanotta family-run restaurant is renowned for its vibrant hospitality, delicious Southern Italian fare, and warm familial atmosphere. Named in honor of Joe's sister who died of lupus three months shy of her 20th birthday, Joanne Trattoria is more than a neighborhood restaurant; it is a mecca for Lady Gaga fans, a frequent gathering place for celebrities and notable New Yorkers, and a home to its faithful regulars and devoted staff. In his debut cookbook, Joe shares a mix of time-tested family recipes and house favorites, such as Joanne's meatballs, Papa G's chicken scarpariello, and the unforgettable.