NEPM: Alina’s Ristorante

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Maritza Amaya-Branche and chef Martin Amaya, who own Alina’s Ristorante in Hadley, chat with Jacob, Kaliis, and Monte about their long history of running this beloved restaurant and longer road to getting there. Our conversation covers:

• What set’s Alina’s apart? Mouthwatering sauces made from scratch, live piano music in the dining room, and an air of fanciness that still feels welcoming to all.
• Martin’s obsession with local sweet corn…and asparagus, and tomatoes, and…the list goes on.
• Martin and Maritza’s stories of immigrating to the U.S. and earning the chance to start their own restaurant through some serious hard work.

Alina’s is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, 5-9pm. Reservations can be made online or over the phone (413-584-8000).