Italian Grandma Makes Easter Cookie Doll & Basket

[@bklynsam]

I swear, these videos bring me to tears every time. Every time she starts to sing and talk about the wonderful memories, I swear you can almost see them through her eyes. It's the same feeling I get watching her, how it always brings back my precious memories, and how she does this now for her children, and grandchildren, and on and on .... and to her extended family here. I hope you can feel how much you are loved and how you are such a blessing to this world. Wishing you, dear Gina, your family, and everyone reading this a blessed Easter and a life filled all the joy and immense love that Easter represents. 💖

[@deborraholiveri6202]

bklynsam ..she does the same to me. Those songs bring back memories of my Grandmother and family tradition.

[@happy1831]

👋Agree completely 💝 🎶 🙏🏻 🌹🕊. The love and special gifts taught from years ago in baking and cooking are such a blessing to millions around the world watching today. God bless your family for sharing you with us. My Grama was from Germany so I learned various dishes. Plus, great grandfather was a baker, owned his bakery. Could not make a single pie, only by hundreds 🙂. Still use his bowls and pins and apron today. 🙏🏻❤️🥰

[@jeanettereynolds3151]

Well said same for me but at least her children and grandchildren love her I am crying I showed my children lots of love unlike my childhood.i even nursed my mum out of 7 of us alone for 20 yrs she hated me.but loved and cried for the rest.but they couldnt be bothered I swore my children would know thier loved.but hey not even a row they havnt spoken sent a card for 15 years.??? I have begged .told them I love them begged for forgiveness for what ever I did wrong or didnt.but this year no more I woke up to gina and I promised myself I'm 70 no more begging I deserve to be loved

[@marthabowman2522]

I agree. I never knew how emotional cooking can be.

[@Bob-ml1mv]

I love you grandma Gina these videos you do bring me back to my days of growing up and my grandmother which she was an excellent baker and me baking with my mom. I still use my moms recipe s and I used your recipe for the st Joseph s zeppolies

[@ValerieViv]

Am I the only one who cries soon as she starts singing? I love you Gina happy Easter!

[@patriciatorti7080]

Grazia Dellucci no, you are not the only one who cries...I do too, she is such a precious lady

[@vanessaalcaraz1086]

@@patriciatorti7080 Yes she is!!❤

[@AMStationEngineer]

I betcha there will be at least 1,000 kids who'll be receiving these special Easter cookies solely because of this video, a tradition which will likely continue into another generation!

[@SusanBrooklyn]

You are a beautiful soul. If everyone had a Grandmother like you the world would be a very different place. It would be a much better and happier place to live! And you make it all look so easy to do. Can you tell us some stories of what it was like back in Italy? Maybe how you and Grandpa met and fell in love? Or stories of when you were a kid. Anything. We love listening to you. Bless you, Grandma Gina. 🍐🍇🍋🍊 🌹 💐🦋 💚

[@maralkeshishian6492]

So true 🙏

[@rosalierossi5897]

She is like Many of us.

[@rosalierossi5897]

I make what she makes.

[@rosalierossi5897]

Just got done making 6 lbs. If stromboli. My grandchildren give me orders etc., Chocolate PIZZELLE, OSSO DI MORTE COOKIE. I GAVE AWAY FOR Christmas 🎄

[@dollycarter8810]

There's no way I could do this like you. Your dough always looks perfect and you do it all by feel! Miss Gina, it was a lucky day for America the day you came to us. You're making a lot of people happy. Never stop singing! God Bless you and keep you well. He knows what a beautiful jewel you are. Sending you best wishes from Maryland.

[@calise8783]

My mother made these for me and my brother every Easter. My mom passed away a few years ago but you remind of her. Even my boys said, “Mama, she is just like Nonna!” Thank you for these videos and sharing your wonderful cooking skills. You bring happy tears to my eyes. God bless you!

[@kg3858]

This was AMAZING! I've never seen anything like this! I'm going to make these for our children at Easter. Grandma Gina, you are really a special person. You are teaching more than cooking and baking for you are teaching younger people the value of our elderly. Much love to you and your family. 💓

[@jmay4420]

K G you nailed , this completely sums up her videos thank you 🙏

[@vikingmomma1514]

I love watching her make authentic Italian cuisine. I love her singing. I want her to be my Grandma 🥰

[@sirgnome1114]

Your "treats" must be delicious....you are so happy when you are making everything....and you sing over you food....wonderful!

[@dancoplen7871]

What this woman is doing is passing on the things that can make life beautiful. Food and music are things that health depend on. Thank you for your time and effort. God bless you and your family.

[@chefbillyx]

You are one lucky family. Please tell her the world loves her! Reminds me of my mother and her friends downtown Toronto. My kids get so excited when they hear the intro. " hello I'm Gina!" God bless. And happy Easter.

[@melissaallinp.e.5209]

I’m so addicted to watching this precious lady! I’m binging the Italian Grandma! *LOVE*

[@manuelmoncada6061]

My wife and I we are elderly we have great grandchildren. My wife and I decided to do this for this EASTER. God bless you for sharing your gift and singing with us.

[@mariansmith7694]

You are so right. Today's children have so much. But this special gift is so amazing...

[@shaeshae9831]

May the heavenly father bless you and your family love you Gina

[@rhondathibault59]

I'm so happy you're back Mrs Petitti! These dollies and baskets are such a nice tradition I've never seen before! What a wonderful alternative to all the Easter baskets!! God bless you 💖

[@candycain1001]

This is the very best way of learning how to cook anything with true authenticity. Genuine love for the food, the work that goes into it, the memories of having eaten it before with loved ones, those that will eat it soon, and finally the gratitude for having the opportunity . THANK YOU FOR YOUR PURE HEART AND DELICIOUS FOOD. Thank you for posting this .

[@lorettaenz4828]

Mama Gina, you always bring back memories. My aunt made them for us for Easter. I always wondered what the recipe was. Now I know! Thank you for the wonderful memories of my childhood. You are such a happy lady and bring much love to your family and to all your subscribers. I know you must feel the love from all of us, too. God bless you and your family.

[@mariacasella979]

We make this in a wreath design I didn't get notification or I would of been here when you first uploaded.Nona Gina I love all your stories of your youth in Italy,I literally cry as you remind me of my Grandmother in Varese,Italy,I grew up making so many of these recipes and you are the only one here on KZbin that makes it exciting the same as I was taught and my Mom and I still do..I hope you and your family have a wonderful Easter week and day!Thank you for sharing your life with us and sharing so much of your passion and expertise,love and joy you have ,it's felt thru all over the world..Grazie Grazie Grazie 🙏❣️🙏❣️🙏❣️🙏❣️

[@BuonAPetitti]

Happy Easter to you and your family. God Bless!

[@oliviabinkley5565]

You remind me of my childhood in Latrobe Pennsylvania so many Italian grammas that my friends had I was so jealous that my Grammies couldn’t cook everything like they did she cooked a lot but not all. Hummmmm nut rolls poppyseed rolls stuffed shells lasagna and the the polish dishes and the German and Irish ones. So great to have these memories even though I’m 68 I still cherish my eating adventures in Latrobe. Olivia

[@momoflogan]

Oh yes!!!!!! My Grandma Fava used to make this for every Easter!!! I miss her and miss this!! Thank you for sharing this!!

[@denisericard9884]

God bless you Gina! Never stop singing you beautiful lady!

[@florencehendrick4781]

If only our children and grandchildren would be so happy and content with such a precious homemade if such as this......Oh, how things have changed!

[@WeeTh3people1776]

Tell me about it. This was something all of us children would look forward to every year. Although my mother’s side didn’t celebrate Easter, my papas side did which is why I became a Christian Jew. But now if you would put this in a child’s basket, they would look at you like you were insane!! So sad

[@debraredmond5147]

That is a beautiful tradition. Just lovely. You Gina are a treasure❤

[@maltagirl11]

We still do that in my country Malta, we call them Figolli. We make the sweet dough but then make shapes with cutters and on one shape then we put almond mix, then cover it with the same shape. When baked then it is decorated either with coloured icing or chocolate and a small easter egg is put on it. These are not only for the children but even given as Easter gifts to family, relatives and fruends. Vi auguro una Buona Pasqua 😊.

[@ggt2205]

I have so much joy watching this Nonna. I have so much pride in authentic Italian cooking. I haven't had baskets since I was a young child. Thank you so much for sharing

[@tamara7218]

Grazie cara nonna, buona pasqua a te a alla tua famiglia🌹💐love you❤️

[@Angels-Angels]

You adorable lady Gina... you have many more children among us here watching and learning from you... you make people happy... you make many smiling faces... may God always bless you and give you a long long life... thank you so much... Happy easter Bella!

[@theeyesehaveit]

The patience, creativity, hard work and beautiful baked gifts made by the hands of a genuine crafts person, Ms. Gina. I loved watching u make the “DOLLIE” and the “Basket”. Happy Easter to U and ALL of your family. Thank you.

[@catroars]

Thank you so much Italian Grandma for preserving these recipes and traditions for all the world! God bless you!

[@rosemarie6545]

Thank you, dear Gina, it’s good to see you again You always make me smile, what a precious grandmother you are. I enjoy hearing about your time in Italy. You’re right, children these days have so much that they may not feel the excitement we had as children. But things made with love are so very special.

[@nuhaadnan7963]

You are very strange lady , I don't know why I cry when I watch you , you have very strong energy , and your talk touch my heart , love you soo much , and I ask god to give you long life full with health and happiness ❤❤❤💖

[@florencehendrick4781]

Grandma with a young heart, so precious!

[@sethtamwood5202]

I love watching Grandma Gina make food. It's like watching my Gran make things when I was young all over again. Please tell her I said thank you for sharing her lovely recipes and techniques, and letting us hear her wonderful voice.

[@grosz77]

Gina, you continue to amaze me with your cooking and baking skills. What a great way to treat the grandkids. So much more meaningful because it is made with love. Bravo!

[@vickyv6823]

Binge watching Grandma Gina recipes and feeling so lucky and grateful that KZbin exists. I feel like I'm in the kitchen with you! Thank you Gina! 😍

[@florencehendrick4781]

What a gift to have such beautiful, heartwarming songs of Grandma Gina's childhood....PRICELESS! THANK YOU A MILLION TIMES!

[@Sassyfiery]

I'm so smitten with this grandma. Thank you so much for sharing your traditions with us. You are just a jewel. I love to hear you talk & sing. You are a shining light. May you have a blessed Easter with your family. Much love.

[@patlovato4073]

U are such a beautiful, beautiful person inside an out. Just love watching u an love ur singing. God bless u with many more years to come

[@russellrobinson505]

I love you Gina! Thanks for sharing your love with us! May God continue to bless you and your family! Have the best Good Friday and the happiest Easter!❤️👍🙏

[@ruthbrafford3349]

Every Easter my Grandma made this. We always looked forward to this.Thank you Gina for the great memories that you bring back.

[@pamelajones6359]

I would love to have a cup of coffee with Gina and exchange recipes with her. God Bless her and her loved ones.

[@maralkeshishian6492]

Me too!🤗

[@geninebednarski7534]

Thank you Gina for who you are. I see my Italian Nana every time I watch you... almost feel like you are my nana sharing yourself and your wonderful recipes. God bless you!

[@donnarussello8312]

Such a sweet loving Nonna, don’t we wish we all had someone like her. God bless you Gina.

[@paulinemorales2532]

My Nona passed when I was 12 I wish I could’ve remember all her recipes 😔 running into your Channel brings such joy to my heart your singing is Music to my ears I miss my Nona so so much and so grateful that your sharing all your story’s and recipes ... God Bless You Gina and family

[@granny-um2jp]

a lot of love and work goes into these cookies. I hope that the grandchildren love them, and that the familly keeps the custom going. Gina you are an absolute treasure. Love your videos, keep them coming. god bless

[@mariehud7382]

It will be a sad day when this beautiful spirit leaves this world...she is a gem

[@flarica64]

Don't you even... not anytime soon. God Bless her beautiful soul. I just love her!!

[@gipperkaydevane1872]

Your children and grandchildren are so blessed to have you. I am blessed to sit here and watch you! Thank you very much. God bless you!

[@bunnybunny1908]

Lent almost over. Palm Sunday today, Holy Week, Good Friday and Easter...Love this time of the year. Happy Easter Gina

[@Joyce-id3dr]

Love your smiling face, your cheerful attitude, your recipes, well heck I just love everything about your videos!!

[@julieparsons3216]

God's blessings to you and your family always. With love and joy and hugs from England xx watch for the postman x

[@tejanalejana]

The songs were beautiful. It brought tears to my eyes. I don’t speak Italian but I understood most of it. God bless you Gina.

[@christylittle4384]

I just love Mrs Gina. Such a sweet soul and so much love for her family. She is also an unbelievable cook and baker. Her hands just know what to do....such talent and everything made with love. I want her to be my grandmother!!!

[@kateg7298]

Gina's videos are amazing. I love that people are learning these recipes before they disappear. I hope that Gina and your whole family stay safe and well.

[@judithsmoot6365]

Oh Mama Gina how full of love you make me feel! I love your Easter dolls and baskets. What a wonderful Grandma you are. Happy Easter to you and your family and may God bless you!

[@meredithlynn]

Such a beautiful Italian tradition💗

[@florencehendrick4781]

This is just overwhelmingly precious beyond words......💝💝💝💝

[@ElizaDolittle]

Always look forward to your shows Mamma Gina. Beautiful breads! Hope you and your family have a blessed Easter!

[@josephcozza3117]

My grandmother was from Fara San Martino, Abruzzo. Every Easter she would make these exact dolls for the girls and the "basket" for the boys although she called them horses. They didn't look at all like horses but we went along with it. Just like Gina said, we couldn't wait for her to make these at Easter. I haven't thought about these for about 45 years! Thanks for posting the receipe. She prepares food and has the same speech as my Grandmother did. Thank you

[@barbaraanderson3532]

Happy Palm Sunday sweet Gina and to your wonderful family!

[@carolcraine5129]

Beautiful, thank you for sharing🌹Hugs & prayers.

[@helenewein1621]

What a lovely family tradition. I'm sure the kids will love them!

[@momona7637]

Happy Palm Sunday grama gina. When I see the notification I was at church I couldn’t see it right away . but I was excited to see you I love you grams gina , May God bless you in health and many many more years. If you don’t make a new video until Eastern I wish you happy Ester. Be blessed.

[@tinadunlap6171]

Such a warm and loving show, now w Easter coming up I will be baking baskets and dollies for my children. I think they will appreciate that more than any gift I could buy. Thank you for the lesson in baking today. May the Lord always have an angel on ur shoulder

[@mehealani1nonly]

Oh there are many hours of tradition and love and hard work here. I always come back to hear your stories, songs and wonderful gifts for us all to learn your recipes directly from you. What a joy to have your family close to you! Thank you always Gina. I'm looking forward to more joy from your kitchen! Love n good health to you and yours!!

[@annadelamere342]

Just to watch you cook and sing makes me happy. It's so nice to keep the tradition alive. Your children and grandchildren are very lucky to have such a wonderful nonna and mama. God bless you Gina and Buonna Pasqua a te e alla tua famiglia 🐇💖

[@denagustafson6070]

Gina, dear, know that your grandchildren are VERY fortunate to have you. One day, they will look back on these treats and cherish the memories! ❤️

[@marynapier2007]

Thank you Gina for sharing your recipes and your songs. My grandma passed away almost 50 years ago, but I can still remember her making bread and pasta and cookies. She came to this country from Florence, Italy when she was 18 years old around 1900. You brought those wonderful memories back.

[@kathyclements8571]

What a blessing she is!! God Bless her. I watch her channel all the time. I love her singing. She makes me miss my mom & grandmom. She is a sweetheart. Thank you for sharing her with us & all the recipes!!

[@marshadevers5160]

My husband and I are watching from the UK. You are one of the best experts with dough of all kinds I have ever seen. Your food looks so delicious.

[@irisayala8759]

Doña Gina, your videos are always so great to watch. My husband always ask me “what is grandma cooking today “? God bless you!Ciao.

[@jennabrock7472]

I love to hear her sing. Her voice is soo soothing! 😍

[@loredanadicorcia4618]

Che piacere vederla, signora Gina. Le auguro una felice Santa Pasqua. Un abbraccio da Foggia. 💖

[@mariansmith7694]

SOOOO BEAUTIFUL! Thank You Grandma Gina...

[@sharonhagen6362]

Gina! You are so precious! Every time I watch you, I am filled with joy. Your kind heart and skilled hands are a treasure. Your family is so blessed to have you. God bless you Gina, and thank you for allowing me to watch, as you prepare these fine things for your loved ones!

[@nolagirl2458]

Gina ever time you talk about children it warms my heart ❤ you’re the absolute best! I’m so glad I found your channel! I hope the holiday season finds you well & cooking up a storm 😉 🙏 to you sweet G. Gina 💚🤍❤️

[@ClaudiaFelix101]

Thank you beautiful nonna🌸🌸🌸 Happy Easter for you and your family💕

[@yoli5779]

You have a real treasure there. Record her stories. Cherish her ❤️

[@flarica64]

Amen!! And thank you for sharing her knowledge an expertise. God bless!

[@nancyjuliano9903]

Happy Easter Gina, you remind me of all the great times with my Nonna. Thank you for that. Love You❤️👍🏻

[@zitaleonardo1170]

You are such a good person Gina, I cry every time I hear you sing, as you bring me to my childhood days, I am from a very similar culture as yours, such a innocent time. Keep up your videos they make a lot of people happy. Thank you.

[@taybee50]

You guys have a really special grandmother. Cheers from Ohio.

[@mfabucci]

This is so much fun for children! Your artistry is beautiful! Happy Easter Grandma Gina!

[@suem5213]

What a wonderful enjoyable grandmother and her traditions!

[@florencehendrick4781]

Oh my goodness, how precious. So, beautiful and traditional, to be cherished indeed.

[@sebyen3188]

E bello che le nostre tradizioni li abbiamo nel cuore un forte abbraccio e buone feste a te e la tua famiglia ❤️❤️❤️❤️🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@rmsf1072]

Sebastiana Gregna 😘🤗❤️

[@oliviabinkley5565]

I love your videos they remind me of my childhood growing up at my grandparents in Latrobe Pennsylvania I had lots of Italian friends who grammas cooked such wonderful food. Nut rolls, poppyseed rolls, stuffed shells, lasagna, red sauce, pizza. Bread from the brothers at st Vincent’s monastery on Sunday. The polish, German and Irish dishes too. Even though I’m 68 I still love being reminded of close family dinners. Olivia

[@michellem9275]

Oh how beautiful and sweet making it from your heart 💖what darling little Easter creations! "Happy Blessed Easter Gina and family!"You truly are a angel! 💙💚💛💜🐥🐣🐤🐰🐇🌿🌹🌿🌹🌿🍃🌹🍃🌹🍃🌹🍃🌼🌸🌼🌸🌼🍃

[@MA-ho7kr]

From morroco i send you all my respects .you are so generous my dear lady.💐💐💐

[@kstewskis]

I discovered Miss Gina a couple of weeks ago, her videos are such a comfort and joy to watch while we are in tumultuous times! And an extra special touch when she has the Blessed Mother looking over her shoulder in her other videos from the window sill! She is the Nonna we wished we all had (especially when we miss our own). Her singing to us is of special delight, especially during Holy Week! Dio ti benedica Nonna Gina e la famiglia! Presto mangiamo!

[@Caranora]

Thank you for your beautiful songs, and the love you bring us from your cooking. buona pasqua Nonna Gina!

[@tignim231]

Thank you for sharing your love. Happy Easter grandma Gina. 💜

[@kathleenmorgan1215]

I have missed your face! Your lovely outlook on life is wonderful! I love watching you share your wonderful recipes, stories, and songs of times past. I eagerly await your notifications when you post a new video! I only wish we could see you every day. Talking and sharing over tea and cookies! I think your family has only touched the tip of your talents and the joy you bring to your viewing audience. You're so special and it is a blessing that your family realizes what a treasure you are. Please post again soon. Much love to you!

[@silviv1320]

Grandma Gina! I watch you all the time! You are such a beautiful inspiration! Happy Easter! Sending lots of love your way, all the way from Wisconsin.

[@patriciaromanowski7100]

Thank you Gina for transporting me into your loving world of yesterday. How refreshing. God Bless you.

[@CarrinRenee]

Traditions, love and faith. You blessed my heart today. Many blessings to you and your family.

[@barbaravaters4989]

So cute and fun! Grandma Gina just loves to create for the grandchildren. I loved seeing her get lost in play and just having fun. So special ❤ Easter 🐣 is a special time and we celebrate! 🌺🌼🌷👫🏻👫🏻

[@liralamira4701]

You are so cute grandma love you so much I have watched all of your cooking videos I admire your devotion to your culture and family I wish to be a European grandma like yourself at home cooking for my family 💓 I love how you reminisce on the past about your own grandma 💜

[@denisenyfl]

I just love love you, Gina and your channel. You light up my life and bring back many happy memories. I grew up in a Italian and Greek family. You make me smile so much. God Bless you.

[@patDeWolfe]

Happy Easter Gina, You are one of my many blessings. Thank you for all you do.

[@vinniebozzuto3534]

Beautiful, you make a The cook...my mother did just the same on the table..all Italian..wonderful...I make your Apple Walnut cake last night, very nice!! Happy Easter and most importantly..God Bless you. Went to church this morning, beautiful service at St Paul's in Daytona Beach, Fl for Palm Sunday, but we do miss our beautiful churches back home in Waterbury CT...Amen..⛪️