Wanting to revive my Italian heritage
This might be the wrong sub for this, but figured I’d give it a shot.
I grew up in South Louisiana, and unfortunately, my family largely lost its Italian traditions over the generations as we assimilated into the heavily French culture around us.
Over the past few years, I’ve researched my family history and found that I’m partially Northern Italian (Genoa) and partially Sicilian, although I’m still trying to narrow down the Sicilian side geographically.
I’ve never felt particularly connected to my French roots, but I’ve developed a strong pull toward my Italian heritage. I’d love to revive that part of my family’s culture and eventually raise my own family with those traditions.
For those of you who grew up Italian-American or in Italy, what traditions, values, foods, or family customs did you grow up with that have stuck with you throughout your life?
I’d especially love to hear about the little everyday things that made you feel connected to your heritage.