At the heart of Philly's best institutions are people tying them to the neighborhoods they've helped define while carrying on a proud tradition that resonates beyond their own community. Cappuccio's Meats is one of several places in The Italian Market that offer a glimpse at living history.

At the center of everything are owners Harry Crimi Sr. and Antoinette (nee Cappuccio), who have worked at the shop for over a combined 151 years. Minus some changes, the business continues to run as it did when Antoinette's father, Domenico Cappuccio, first opened the doors at 1019 South 9th St. in 1920, with successive generations being incorporated into the store just as Antoinette was when she started lassoing sausage behind the counter at age five.

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