The Church of Saint Rocco in Glen Cove has dubbed its annual five-day fundraiser “The Best Feast in the East” for a reason. Take one bite from any of the 20-plus homemade dishes served in the Pasta Pavilion and you’ll know why. Each dish is a stunner because it’s made with love from the recipes of the Nonnas.

This army of 30 grandmas, ranging in age from mid-60s to late 80s, serves as the backbone of this North Shore summer staple. Each night’s dinner, from Aug. 1 to 5, will be made from family recipes. “We enjoy doing this, and we all get along well,” says Antoinette “Honey” Zekraus, 82, of Glen Cove, who was baptized, married and raised three kids in the parish. “This time of year is full of memories. The feast brings families together to help our church, and we want to keep it going.”