ABOUT US

Honest Cooking

Mike Laurenza

At a young age, I gained the desire to cook from watching my father. He would make dishes from simple ingredients and transform them into exquisite dishes. I told him about my interest in cooking, and he sent me to one of the best culinary schools in Italy. My father used only his own flavor and not a recipe book; that's what made him quite difficult to mimic. So by being with him, I developed a passion for cooking and creating some simple dishes prepared for you daily from my heart to your table, providing an enjoyable dining experience here in Northfield. FRESH, HEARTY, AND SIMPLY UNFORGETTABLE

 

Poonam Makhija

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Hard work has always been the key to success, but having a passion for that work is what drives you to the top. Obstacles may deter others from achieving their goals and dreams, but nothing will prevent me from doing so. I want my legacy to be known as someone who stops at nothing to reach their goals. Remaining true to who you are and doing what makes you happy is key to living a good life, and I stand by that. I am proud to say that I am doing just that. My name is Poonam Makhija, the daughter of two wonderful parents and the mother of two determined children, Bhumika and Vincenzo.  I am the owner of Mike’s Pasta House, an authentic Italian restaurant located in Northfield, New Jersey.