A recipe for success. Stefania Panza's love of food and strong skills in running a restaurant prove to be the right blend as she wins the title of Delaware's Entreneurial Woman of the Year.

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2009 Restaurant Neighbor Award

National Restaurant Association 

Cornerstone Humanitarian: Giovanni Panza
Giovanni Panza inspires his employees with his generous spirit. “I have never seen Giovanni turn down a donation request since I’ve known him,” writes General Manager David Ferdinando. The owner of Soffritto Italian Grill has supported Dine out for Life, Meals on Wheels, Delaware Autism Foundation, Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure and several other charities. The restaurant donates about 50 gift cards to charity and hosts at least 10 fundraisers every year.

Best of Delaware 2009

2009 Best Decor, Upstate, Critics

Earth, air, fire water—it’s all at Soffritto Italian Grill. The restaurant scores big points for the stone hearth and fireplace and towering waterfall alone. But all the beef, veal, chicken and seafood classics are offered, as well as fun pastas such as ravioli in pesto. Trust us: You’ll feel like you’re dining a world away from Newark

Best of Newark 2009 Italian Restaurant Giving by US Local Business Association