A new Sicilian restaurant, Krispy Sicilian Foods, has officially opened in Mansfield, Connecticut, bringing authentic Italian flavors to the local community. The establishment is located at 650 Middle Turnpike, just a mile from the University of Connecticut campus and had a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, Feb. 15.

The owner, Kristin Pinkston, said she has lived and previously owned a restaurant in Mansfield, Conn. for many years. “I lived in Mansfield, had my previous restaurant in Mansfield and have worked in Mansfield for many years. I love it here and wouldn’t consider anywhere else,” Pinkston said.