In Nova Veneza, located in the Metropolitan Region of Goiânia, three sisters have dedicated themselves to keeping alive an Italian culinary tradition for the past two decades. Ana, Nida, and Divina are famous for their polenta, a staple of Italian cuisine that they learned to make from their childhood at home. Divina Aparecida, 59, explained that the family tradition of making polenta connects to their ancestors who settled in the region, emphasizing the importance of familial ties and cultural heritage in their culinary practice.

Divina recalls that the tradition not only originated from their parents but was also cultivated through hands-on learning in the kitchen. Coming from a large family of eight children, Divina reminisces about her father's work with ox carts before cars became popular and her mother's expertise in traditional cooking. As they grew up, the children learned to prepare polenta by observing their mother in the kitchen, creating a bond over this cherished dish that has become a symbol of their family identity.

This enduring tradition not only preserves the culinary skills passed down through generations but also serves as a reminder of the family's Italian roots and the significance of maintaining cultural heritage in the face of modernization. The sisters’ commitment to polenta-making reflects a broader narrative of immigrant experiences in Brazil, where food serves as a medium for cultural expression and a way to keep their ancestors’ memory alive in their current community.