We were thrilled to see our very own Michelle Durpetti, Managing Partner of Gene & Georgetti, featured on FOX 32 Chicago’s Good Day Chicago in a segment all about how to host the perfect Italian summer party.
In the interview, Michelle brought a taste of Italy to the studio — from the stunning Amalfi Coast to the rolling hills of Tuscany — sharing her favorite ways to celebrate summer, Italian-style. She covered everything from building a beautiful aperitivo hour with Aperol and Limoncello Spritzes (including her family’s own Limoncello recipe!) to creating menus inspired by the season’s freshest farmers market finds.
Michelle also showcased some Gene & Georgetti classics, including:
- Fresh, seasonal starters like burrata with ripe tomatoes and prosciutto with melon
- Grilled prime meats, from Italian sausage to our signature skirt steak and 14-ounce strip — now available for nationwide delivery
- House-made pasta alla Norma, featuring garlicky tomato pomodoro, eggplant, and salted ricotta
- Curated Italian wines, including selections from her family’s hometown of Lucca
As Michelle shared, great entertaining is about more than the food — it’s about creating moments for people to connect, relax, and celebrate life’s milestones, big or small. That philosophy has been at the heart of Gene & Georgetti since opening in 1941, and it’s what has kept us proudly welcoming guests for 85 years.
📺 Watch the full FOX 32 Chicago segment below to get inspired for your own Italian summer celebration. Then, stop by Gene & Georgetti or order your favorite steaks, wines, and more for delivery straight to your door.
Plan your visit and reserve your table here or place your order for steaks delivered right to your door, nationwide!
