The Italian American Podcast welcomes Larry Ruvo for a heartfelt conversation with hosts Marcella Martin and Pat. The episode begins by exploring Ruvo’s family story, tracing the journey of his Italian Canadian and Italian American parents from Niagara Falls to Las Vegas, where they opened the Venetian Pizzeria, the city’s first pizzeria.
Along the way, Ruvo shares colorful memories of family life, Frank Sinatra’s enduring loyalty to the restaurant, and an era when trust and a handshake were often the foundation of business.
