Times Square, the Mecca of billboards and selfie sticks. But before Broadway, you used to catch a very different kind of show here. What was once home to the grittier side of New York's nightlife, is now one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world. And while the neighborhood has changed a lot over the years, it has been the home to this family-run trattoria for over 5 decades. Mamma Mia, tucked off the corner of 44th, is a neighborhood staple providing home-cooked meals for Hell's Kitchen's community and New York celebrities alike.

The entrepreneurial spirit is the cornerstone of the American Dream. A beacon to all, willing to weave their story into the fabric of our history

Tonight we sit down with Connie and her family to celebrate the risks they took to serve their community, one bowl of pasta at a time.