In 1963 he went to England to study law, on his second year end term he went to visit his parents in Italy. There, he received a visit from the local Carabinieri, with his draft card (he forgot to prepare his remand papers). So, he went into the Italian Army. The draft made a very sharp turn in Alfredo’s life. After two years in the military, he went back to England, but this time not to study...but to make a life for himself.

     He started washing dishes at a friend’s hotel, and from there he moved up to Waiter, Manager, Club Manager, Overseas, Camp Manager. Alfredo worked for some of England’s elite companies in every aspect of management. And, eventually he opened his own restaurant, “La Capannina” in Luton, Bedfordshire, England. La Capannina was a very successful upscale restaurant with the best gourmet food and the very best wine list for miles around. “It was like leaving England and stepping into Italy” Everything he did was very Italian, relaxed and no rush, from soup to nuts.

        In 1984 he came to the USA for a vacation and met Anna. Two months later, after arranging his finances in England, he came back to America to sweep Anna off her feet and marry her. He invested in some property in New York State, and eventually opened a small restaurant with plans of expansion.

         Alfredo, his wife Anna, his Daughters, Danielle & Gabrielle, moved to Florida in 1998. Danielle attended the University of St. Augustine and graduated with a Doctorate Degree in physical therapy. Gabrielle, who wanted to follow Daddy's footsteps, graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelors degree in Business Admin & Hospitality, and now owns and manages Gabbie’s Pizza at the Pavilion in Port Orange. Anna & I have the best restaurant in town (well, I know I am bragging a little). Where food is treated with respect, and is always freshly cooked, even though this may cause a little delay for your order. But that is what makes Alfredo's SIMPLY THE BEST. Enjoy your evening.  
                            
                                BUON APPETITO!