Emilio Mignucci, third generation co-owner of Di Brunos Bros. - the largest and oldest cheese counter in Philadelphia - and the book’s author Tenaya Darlington will sign copies of Di Brunos’ latest guide book all about cheese, Di Bruno Bros. Guide to Wedges, Recipes and Pairings (Running Press 2013) on Thursday, June 13, 2013 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Sickles Market, Little Silver, NJ.
Darlington, the book’s author is also the DiBruno’s cheese blogger known as Madame Fromage.
The recently released book arrives just in time to be presented as a gift to your favorite summer hostess, recent graduate, foodie friend, or anyone on your list who loves all things related to cheese!
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The charming and knowledgeable Mignucci will demo some of his famous cheese spreads at Sickles Market, sign copies of his cheese book, and talk cheese!
This book gives readers an insider’s view of Philadelphia’s legendary cheese counter for a lively guide to pairing cheese with everything from beer and cocktails to olives and charcuterie. Darlington brings to life 170 of the world’s greatest cheeses, drawing on stories and knowledge from the store’s third generation owners.
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According to the Di Brunos’ web site their story is similar to many other Italian immigrants in the 1930's. Danny and Joe Di Bruno, along with their brothers and sisters, came to Philadelphia through Ellis Island in search of the American Dream. They came to America where rumor had it that the streets were paved with gold, but upon arriving to Philadelphia's 9th Street Italian Market they soon found only cobblestones. With their willingness to work endless hours, and their entrepreneurial spirit, the brothers put everything on the line - which wasn't much - and opened up the Di Bruno Bros. Grocery Store at 930 S. 9th Street. Danny would often say, "We didn't have much money, but a smile doesn't cost you anything!" The Di Bruno commitment to making customers smile is still alive and well today. The brothers now own four locations and an online store.
The Di Brunos’ success is much admired by Bob Sickles, who like Emiliio is a third generation owner of a gourmet food market, as well as Bob’s daughter Tori, who now represents the fourth generation. Just 20 years ago Sickles Market was a simple, seasonal farmstand, but has since transformed into a nationally recognized gourmet food market, boutique gift department, and garden center. But like Di Brunos mission quality of products and service remains its mainstay.
Sickles Market Operating Hours - Open 7 days a week. Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m
