Favorite Mafia Foods | Sit down with Michael Franzese

[@Peenurpool]

..... My best friend is Italian.. Growing up his mom made everything from scratch, and was constantly making TONS of food... She would keep me there for hours feeding me, talking, coffee, desert... She made the very best food I’ve ever had... Every single one of her Italian dishes were so good, it was hard to stop eating because it tasted so good... Food was a way of life for here... Everything revolved around food... I really miss those days...

[@rong805]

Mexican moms are similar when it comes to feeding people who visit. It's great!!

[@hensolo3262]

Persian moms are the same..

[@libertyn6621]

Polish also 😏👌

[@hensolo3262]

I like Polish people.

[@SolidDragonUK]

​asian mummas, too, brother.😅

[@TheChief88]

Would love a series called “Cooking with Ex Mafia Boss” with Michael doing the cooking and commentating

[@davidkerrigan3095]

"What You Cookin' at?"... Michael is a true wonder, what a life he has lived and how well he has aged. Nice to see he still has passions for food and wine, its certainly a good idea...

[@nickseven6814]

"Garlic must be so thin that it melts in the oil...and not too much onions"

[@JosephZambrano-k1r]

I'll watch every season and episode, not miss a single second of it..

[@thebagelsproductions]

​@davidkerrigan3095 😂 what you cookin at? 😂 that's good

[@KevinAlsephone]

I'd like to see that too. Though to be accurate, it should be called "Street boss" or "Capo(regime)" instead of boss, Mike has gone on record saying he never said he was a boss he was a capo or street boss but not a boss. If you want to eat some foods like The Family, I recommend looking up the Godfather Cook book. Great recipes.

[@Mxl100]

Being Mexican and Italian, I grew up eating both, and to me, no other food compares. Lengua tacos and baked Ziti are my favorite dishes.

[@AshleySmith19912]

@Hastalaverga420Don’t knock it until you try it. Lengua tacos are fantastic, very underrated

[@MainPrism]

Idk why but I read Lasagna Tacos at first. That would be a HARD no for me 😂😂😂

[@thebagelsproductions]

Lengua tacos - would that be goat's tongue?

[@mattblackburn8789]

Normally cow​@@thebagelsproductions

[@captainthorrek262]

I would love to see a restaurant that blended the two! Maybe with a chicken-stuffed shells deep fried like chimichangas, and topped off with a homemade salsa, and a spicy cheese risotto on the side!

[@jonalexdennis]

Much love and respect from London, England

[@ismarwinkelman5648]

"The first Mexican I've met I MARRIED!" 😆🤣👌 Compliments on another great video! How you keep coming up with these interesting subjects is beyond me, but I am very grateful! 👏

[@gscryinlikeabitch]

No shortage of gorgeous hispanic women that's' for sure, whether full hispanic or mixed those are some great genes

[@glenn6583]

The Mexicans have always been special to me!

[@jeffrichardson9584]

I I

[@TheArtOfDean]

@@gscryinlikeabitch hear, hear.

[@NEVERHAVEHIGHEXPECTATIONS]

I am Mexican, but I love Italian food. Now that I have the money to visit, I won't go to NYC cause it's too dangerous.

[@marthadow4767]

That last question,you hit the nail on the head!

[@johnnelson5335]

I'm glad you mentioned Pazole..the Mexican stew 🍲 made with pork or pigs feet..as a white line cook that lives out here in the bay area..I can tell you that many Mexicans friends love to share Pazole as a gesture of love.. 😘

[@georgesaliba7463]

Kudos to you Michael for your comments at the end regarding the State of the Country!

[@Tzofaa]

I would love if you can cut the next videos in length of 10 min or 12 min, thats optimal for youtube, so people can watch more in this time. great content as always!

[@viktormatthys9015]

I am glad that i discovered your channel Mr Michael Franzese. greetings from Belgium.

[@ThorfinnSkullsplitter-fz7ff]

@ 4 mins; The Green Mill Lounge is STILL there (Chicago), last I checked a couple of years ago! Great place. Been there.

[@christian19701]

Kudos to the people on Michael's team. You guys keep the content fresh and entertaining. Outstanding.

[@dana_m8643]

I agree with you Michael, love Mexican food myself

[@R3fug333]

Italian food is the most popular food all over the world. It's so versatile and so good.

[@LeJobastre1215]

😂

[@Bejita666]

Japanese can be good

[@TURKISH-1453]

My favourite is both Turkish and Italian,love it,my best friend is Italian,forza Italia ❤

[@misaelfraga8196]

Mexican food gonna catch up once more people are exposed to it!

[@vincentrisalvato9921]

LOVE MY ITALIAN FOOD, GROWING UP IN MY TIME AND IN MY AREA BROOKLYN NY BENSONHURST PASTA WAS A EVERYDAY THING, NO MATTER WHAT WAS MADE THERE WAS ALWAYS A SIDE OF PASTA, I LOVE RAVIOLI AND TORTALINA.... AS FAR AS PRESIDENT TRUMP, YES HE WAS A FIGHTER AND SAID WHAT HE THOUGHT, BUT HE TRULY LOVES AMERICA AND HE ABSOLUTELY MADE AMERICA A MUCH BETTER COUNTRY, IF HE RUNS AGAIN I WILL ABSOLUTELY VOTE FOR HIM, BIDEN AND ALL THE POS EVIL LIEING LOW LIFE SCUMBAG DEMOCRAPS NEED TO BE PUT DOWN....

[@fabbrunette]

I am meeting up with family at Bamonte's this Sunday. I love that you mentioned that place

[@robertgoss4842]

You are an endlessly fascinating person. Whether it's the complexities of high crime, or food, your presentations are always extremely interesting.

[@davidstronach3261]

This is why I love Michael and his channel he is honest and straight with the people.

[@Run1289]

I am a big fan of you Michael Franzese!! I’m reading your books!!!

[@rumrich]

My wife went to Italy when she was in university, she loves Italian food. However, during her trip she kept getting bloated and sick after certain meals. It turns out she had a gluten allergy after her trip, she always had symptoms growing up but never been able to pin point the problem. Now we make gluten free gnocchi and homemade pasta but her best dish is her risotto.

[@marquettegloves9907]

Cool story.

[@TonyVerrazano]

Perfect video for lunchtime. Having grilled pork chops and Cuban rice from a place in Secaucus NJ called Goodfellas Deli. One of my favorite when I’m in the area.

[@PROFESSOR-I.C.]

I couldn't have stated it any better. I agree with Michael Franzese, politically. Nailed it.

[@skeletor9121]

Yes I agree 100% with what he says about our currently political situation.

[@melissabenanti7824]

@@skeletor9121 eww

[@miikeydobodobo5304]

@@michaelfranzese you should run haha if i was american id vote for ya lol

[@ZamirMalachi6354]

​@@michaelfranzeseJohn Gotti ate like a black man🤣🦍🍗💯

[@nellosnook4454]

1. You’d think when a person reaches the age of 80… 2. Especially someone who claims to be a Christian… 3. That the transitory pleasures of this life would diminish… 5. And thoughts of ultimate accountability to God, would be the highest personal priority. 6. But, for Joseph Robinette Biden, avarice, deception, power & weakening America seem to be all he cares about. 7. You’d think it would be his impending judgment & eternal fate? 8. I just find it amazing.

[@jsilva973]

I couldn’t agree with you more on the second question!

[@edwardbloecher4563]

The jailhouse meal scene in Goodfellas and The Godfather scene where Clemena is teaching Mike how to make spaghetti sauce both make me soooooo hungry every time I watch them!

[@trentcruise3084]

You're a Flake

[@greggpoirier8979]

He put too many tomatoes in it. Lol!

[@edwardbloecher4563]

@@greggpoirier8979 I fully agree! Lol

[@Raut-warrior]

​@@greggpoirier8979too much onion *

[@tbaby5650]

​@@greggpoirier8979 onions

[@charlesharper7292]

My mother is Czech. But boy what an Italian cook! Her and my wife set the bar very high. I'm spoiled!

[@meenalaregina7770]

Hi Michael! I did miss my snack time with the crew last week. I live, breathe and dream about food. I am looking forward to a lighthearted video on my favourite topic 🥗🥙 Thanks!

[@evelynuplinger7814]

Thank God you were Blessed, you are are a good man, Bless you and your family.😊

[@lawrencestrabala6146]

At 12 years of age I visited NYC with my mom and dad. We went to the Empire State Building observation deck. I saw the twin towers nearing completion. So many things we saw it was unbelievable for a young man to experience. But I did get to eat a fine Italian meal at Mama Leone’s. Only a short walk from our Ohio hotel. Best Italian food I ever had, Italian violin player wandered through the restaurant. Deserts were awesome. Sadly Mama’s closed forever but I have my memories.

[@RubyJeans943]

I'm from Kansas and on my NYC school trip we ate at Mama Leone's.

[@MrSteve420b]

I had dinner there too, as a 12 year old kid in 1975 😃

[@steiny3353]

Lawrence Strabala.. We had a similar restaurant here, called "Mama Louigis " many many years ago, and I'm in the same boat. They eventually closed down, but I still have fond memories of dining there.

[@kingofqueens777]

My family and I did eat at mama Leone’s. It was either the late 60s or very early 70s I was probably like seven or eight years old

[@johndor8772]

Same with myself mamas was great

[@charlesharper7292]

Thanks Michael. Your wines are great!

[@hawaiian8213]

If it weren't for pizza and pasta being readily available and affordable, I might've starved in college 😆 God bless you and yours, and pray for our country. ❤

[@jaysonquintanilla8269]

If it wasn’t readily available I’d be dead right now

[@greggpoirier8979]

Damn straight. I don't know if Ramen noodle qualifies as "pasta" but I ate the shit outta some Ramen! I'll have it once a year now for old times sake. Definitely not one of my favorites. Lol!

[@gottfriedosterbach3907]

Or eat some good instant ramen and leave the Top Ramen, Maruchan bouillon junk for the students.

[@frankbernat740]

My homemade pasta sauce and pasta was what made my wife and I’s wedding a bigger event with more friends, and still live in an apartment possible

[@theweenest33]

You have a way of making something fascinating more fascinating. The culture begind the life you lived has always been very interesting, but the movies, as entertaining as they are, never fully satisfied me. Thanks for delivering such a deep take on things.

[@davidduckett8063]

I’ve been waiting so long for you to make an episode like this! God bless, Michael

[@davidduckett8063]

I run bbq&seafood side hustle.

[@upintheairstudio]

This is the video I have been waiting for!

[@Barrymccockiner41]

The most truth ever spoken in a Michael Franchise video. People need to open their eyes.

[@skeletor9121]

Agree. FJB.

[@lorrainevitolo9451]

I loved this sitdown. Food brings ppl together. Thank you Michael. God bless you and your family.

[@damoricho]

Once you start watching Michaels channel its really hard to stop....Absolutely awesome channel love it

[@glennmiller1257]

I feel like every time I finish watching one of your videos, I learn something new. Thank you Mr Franzese, and keep up the good work 👍

[@thomasag2765]

Another wonderful Video/topic. Thank you Mr. Franzese God bless you and your family during this lent Season -Tom

[@kaldunaaa]

Georgian food. Don't know if you tried it, Michael, but if there's a Georgian restaurant nearby, you should definitely try it! I especially recommend the dishes Khinkali(meat dumplings with really delicious juice inside) and Khachapuri(cheese-filled bread, sometimes with egg yolks and butter).

[@brucehenry7238]

BS on the Kennedy assassination

[@LordBackuro]

I like to Khachapuri egg pizza Because it’s like a pizza but with egg and butter

[@anthonydileonardo8156]

Pastrami on rye, piled high from Sarge's on NYC's East Side

[@itzmikeomg2755]

Pizza rules i don't care who ya are.

[@tonysoprano1462]

With pineapple or not?

[@mrmagoo756]

@@tonysoprano1462 pineapple and barbecue sauce 🤤

[@lauragalvez7011]

​@@tonysoprano1462 pineapple???... Dear God no for me 😱🤣🤣🤣

[@Don_Shoeshine]

You ain’t lying. There are times where I do choose pizza for both lunch and dinner 😂

[@jdsheleg8332]

​@@tonysoprano1462 Blasphemy!

[@april4244]

Thank you for your answers to the questions. Your answers hit the nails on the head! Praying for strong leadership and a better America!

[@EliteClinicalResearch]

Love this episode, didn’t like the last few minutes that were not about food. But really great episode. You should show us how to make some of your favorite recipes!

[@charlesharper7292]

Baked ziti! Red wine, (Malbec)And a side of eggplant parmesan. Teramasu and two espressos for dessert!!

[@MrPink2024]

*Uncle Junior liked seafood.* 🐟

[@mikeyates7931]

🎶 south of the border 🎶 where the tuna fish play 🎶

[@cosmic246]

He’s in the muff

[@leonardrangel8806]

Smart man! I admire your opinion and views. Right on brother Michael 👍

[@robertjaime6808]

We missed you Mike, glad you’re back👍🤙

[@andyleleisiuao58]

First time viewer from New Zealand. Fantastic video! Thank you!

[@LibertarianUSA1982]

Michael as someone who works in corrections I am curious as to the kinds of commissary you ordered. What kind of food did you cook up with your friends. It never ceases to amaze me the kind of food inmates will make. Ice cream, cakes, pizza etc.

[@michaelduterte6239]

He wanted manicotti. He compromised, he ate grilled cheese off da rahdiata

[@joeworsnop7365]

I've been waiting for this episode for years

[@DimitarFCBM]

The prison scene from "Goodfellas" and Lefty cooking in "Donnie Brasco" always make me hungry as hell not gonna lie

[@chouseification]

it's a great tip too... the slicing garlic really thin part :P

[@stevestarr6395]

Thanks Michael for the info and everything looked delicious. Buon appetito!

[@charles-y2z6c]

Holy Moly, I am a Sicilian, right when you said Luciano favorite food was Kosher Green Pickles, I was eating a Kosher Green pickle with Garlic. Love them!!

[@charles-y2z6c]

@IStevenSeagal Thats a joke correct? Go to any delicatessan espcailly a Kosher one and there are lots of Kosher pickles.

[@charles-y2z6c]

@IStevenSeagal Do you understand what Kosher is?

[@charles-y2z6c]

@IStevenSeagal They are approved by a Rabbi to be compliant with Judaic laws. Personally I have found that Kosher is often a higher Quality, thats why I like Kosher foods.

[@claudewashington5247]

Every last dish seems incredible. Even Lucky's pickles

[@daddygoose4976]

You’re a class act Mr. Franzese. Thank you for being a open Christian and not hiding your faith. Also, thank you for always being a straight shooter. Love your content, keep it up.

[@jamesthompson8133]

It really is refreshing to hear a Christian talk about their faith!

[@sccc6758]

You hit the nail on the head Michael when you said you don't respond to what people say about you that is not true because it just escalates it. . Wise man

[@donnieboy3700]

As a food lover I’m so glad you did this video one of my favorites from you!

[@Hussman493]

The food was a very interesting topic and I 100% agree with your answers to the two questions. Very good video, Mr. Franzese.

[@amstel5468]

Thank you! It had been awhile since I seen a video, I was having Michael Franzese withdrawals.. 🙂

[@roberthodges7834]

I lived in Catania, Sicilia for 3 years. In Sicilia they use alot of pistachios. Linguini with a pistachio sauce sprinkled with chopped pistachios is my favourite.

[@orlandoreyes3679]

Michael one thing I like about your videos... That there's never an issue if you're being truthful or not... It is what it is

[@evad5143]

Well....now I'm hungry!! Thanks Michael!

[@senshibarone]

Me with a full plate ready to watch have to say Michael does not age he looks like he is 50 years old. I've been watching this channel for two years and i was never disappointed. What a life what a character. Big respect that he is talking about the old life so openly.

[@JK-un3wp]

Another great video Michael. As always, I have enjoyed the experience. Thank you

[@gregoryhawkins4210]

Great video, Michael, and informative as always! I love food myself, and you don't get much better than Italian, Chinese, or Mexican. Interesting note that Venice merchants (Marco Polo) brought noodle recipes back to Venice and kickstarted pasta in Italy, so those two are my absolute favorite foods. I like to make fusion dishes with Italian, Chinese, or Mexican and they never disappoint and of course are great on their own. Thank you for all you do and God bless!

[@jackcrespo2900]

Good to see you back. Enjoy your videos, and your wisdom. God bless you and yours.

[@randyschweiss847]

Absolutely loved Jesus Revolution! Jonathan Roumie is an amazing actor. He does fantastic in The Chosen as well!

[@abwigim]

This was great. Food brings everyone together. Good topic today, Michael!

[@christopherdanjou]

I moved to Gloucester Ma freshman year of high school. Mostly populated with Italians and Portuguese. Loved my friends mothers Italian cooking. Had a different kick to it

[@MrRoboto81]

Pozole is one of the few foods I could eat every single day and never get tired of.

[@Mr.Schitzengigglez]

When I worked in Boston? Steak. Abe&Louies, Capital Grille, Sonsie. Never saw anyone at Maggianos. Only tourists. Also, it takes a man of certain character, to keep up with a Mexican wife. The food is larger than life, and so is their passion. Be it sweet, or sour. My hat is off, to you, Michael.

[@justsomedude69]

Love Michael's videos and input. Huge positive influence in my life.

[@AlCiego1959]

This video made me hungry!! Is there any way you can post your family's meatball recipe? I know a lot of people would appreciate it!

[@TheRelger]

Michael and his wife should do a cooking video of one of their favourite recipes! I think that would be a hit.

[@milosvojinovic4147]

And then showing up among friends.You know, Michael Franzese give me this meatball recipe!

[@johnrulli56]

Thank you Michael, for the low down on the food issue.

[@luciopina6881]

Menudo is like rejuvenating. People might say cholesterol but all the ingredients in it make me feel good and fuzzy inside not sluggish or overfilled. Add a couple handmade tortillas and it’s almost like a therapy session.

[@DanPepe-ue9sh]

Nope you used Mexican bread 🍞 bolillo toasted with butter 🧈

[@doddnovel7400]

Peace and Love, Brother

[@ScrubOT]

It's funny, hearing him talk, I thought about food I grew up with and Menudo was up there. Great hangover cure😜Did not expect him to bring up Mexican food shortly after🤭good stuff

[@rishichadda2084]

Awesome video & i just loved the way you explained so much about the different cuisines.

[@JimmyBergman7]

Thanks Michael for another great video! God bless you. 🙏✝️

[@StefWize]

Hey Michael, it would be great to do a video on what you eat usually, if you take any vitamins/supplements and what's the secret on why you look so young for your age! And your father too! Thanks so much for everything, been following your channel since day 1!! You're the absolute best!! All respect & love from Romania! Stef

[@JERSEYTOMATO]

Thank you Michael - homemade semolina pasta, egg pasta, meatballs, MUTTI is EXCELLENT- tomato sauce, peeled, ketchup, paste - Chinese food - good sirloin cheeseburger and fresh French fries -

[@befreetv354]

My ,,favorite,, Mob Guy is Michael Franzese ! Salute da Romania / Linguine al pomodoro e basilico con un po di grana ! Simple and Best !Cheers

[@kellygrudzinski184]

Thank you for your honest opinion about our current situation in the 🇺🇸. Keep up the great work sir!

[@anthonyrussell9706]

Great video, Mr. Franzese. Both the Green Mill in Chicago and Cole's in L.A. are still in operation.

[@tony300c1]

Thanks For your honesty I love this channel and everything that you bring to the table thanks Tony

[@chazremington8011]

Mexican, Chinese, and Italian are my 3 favorites too! Also love Asian food in general like Japanese, Philipino, and Korean. Hell, I even like Kimchi! For a fine wine, I enjoy a dark red Malbec because it's actually healthier for you. And yes, I think a mob-inspired cookbook would be supercool!

[@slee2695]

I love Korean food

[@wallylosangeles4155]

@Chaz Remington: My Favorite are Mexican, Italian, and Chinese too Chaz!!. They are the Most Popular, thanks for sharing The Red Wine Malbec that is healthy for you is Awesome!!😀👏👏👏👍👋

[@Djbandit23]

1) Italian 2) Mexican 3) Chinese for me

[@robzilla730]

BRAVO on the Mexican food, Mike! From a neighbor in Tustin.

[@EnotI419]

I am a Kansa girl and a Christian, but there is nothing better than Kosher pickles… don’t know why, doesn’t matter the brand, but you can’t beat the flavor and the crunch!!!

[@brickdinero5468]

What does that have to do with pickles LMFAo or your like for them for that matter

[@boomer3150]

@@brickdinero5468 Where'd you learn to construct a sentence? Kindergarten, or a woke university?

[@thomashoughton3154]

Great show and thanks for speaking what so many of us are thinking as everything you stated is 1000% the absolute truth!

[@paulofreire9174]

“He’ll have the gabagool”

[@GenXMafia]

Gabagool?! Ova here!

[@andreinybakken9252]

No mo' capicollo fo' you, the doctor says it's bad fo' youu!

[@matthewburgar2626]

Growing up Jewish my Momma would always make chicken soup with matzah balls, and sweet kugel, as well as meat balls for Passover and kosher jello (my great-aunt and bubbi’s recipes). In fact my momma still makes a wonderful meal during special holidays.

[@AmorphisBob]

As a Jew, I was 100% convinced that you were gunna say Luciano, Lansky, and Siegel loved Chinese food.

[@alpalazzo1950]

One of my favorites: spinach pie with pepperoni, cheese, black olives, anchovies. A good beer to wash it down.

[@FlyingGemSparkly]

This is FASCINATING to fat foodies like myself! My mom was a hillbilly from eastern Kentucky and WOW could she cook. One of my favorite things she got from that region is, as strange as it may sound, Chocolate Gravy! When they were dirt poor, as in 3rd world destitution, they could just get powdered coco stir in the milk til it thickened, pour it over a huge biscuit and voila’! Insanely yummy! Y’all can look up the recipe online. I always felt that she could have made us millions if we could have started a restaurant with her dishes! At church, growing up, she would cook for bereaved families at funerals and several times, restauranteurs would try to get her recipes or get her to cook for them but she lacked confidence or was backward thru her upbringing and never took them up on it. She passed from Dementia in 2013 and I miss her AND her cooking 🧑‍🍳

[@niutak76]

Yes, the Green Mill in Chicago is still around. They still have Capone's booth there.

[@jcarlovitch]

I learn something knew from every Michael video. Today I learned I want to go to dinner with Al Capone.

[@trentcruise3084]

You must be one of those Shyite slinging Hillbillies?

[@Wildlife_SA.]

Great video once again. God bless you. 🙏

[@davidclaro152]

You should write a cookbook. You and I love Mexican food. I lived in northeastern New Jersey, and yes, it was hard to find a good Mexican restaurant. My mom, who’s from Mexico, made her own Mexican food. Mom and pop Italian restaurants in that area were and still are, the greatest. I really miss Italian ices. It was also in northeastern New Jersey where I tried bagels and corned beef and hash. Great video. I agree with you on the border situation. I’ve heard some really horrifying stories, both political and social. Always thanks for your videos. I love watching them on commute in Japan. You’re still looking great!

[@donmeyers2631]

Thats a great idea. A mob cook book with all the favorites

[@davidclaro152]

@@donmeyers2631 Indeed so! Again, the mom and pop places have some of the best down to earth food. I’d love to see that cookbook.

[@donmeyers2631]

@@davidclaro152 man. Can you imagine the homemade recipes youd uncover.....itd be heaven

[@davidclaro152]

@@donmeyers2631 Yup, indeed!

[@cookieman0916]

When you mentioned soaking bread, reminds me of my Grandma. Same thing here, nothing compares to Grandma’s meatballs… May she rest in peace. She lived on Lorimer St.

[@GenXMafia]

Leave the gun, take the cannoli! But seriously we are originally from Long Island and my father worked for a sheet metal shop in Queens. He would go to the Batampte Pickle factory in Brooklyn and bring home their half sour garlic pickles by the gallon!!! I would be willing to bet these were the same pickles Lucky ate. They are the best pickles or at least were, ever made.

[@bettydoughtery3920]

☺

[@jblancodj]

I absolutely love your personality and your channel!!❤god bless you always.. much love from Chicago!

[@SIR46661]

Paul & Jimmy’s Italian Restaurant on East 18th off of Park Ave in NYC will make you love this food !