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"It made me wonder why anyone in Wellesley would
ever cook at home ..." June 2008

"Santonastaso has fashioned a menu packed with innovative modern Italian dishes... His creative ideas work and the results are scrumptious."

"Frank Santonastaso couldn't play baseball well enough to go pro, so he became a chef, and for that we should all be thankful."

Best of the 'Burbs, Boston

"Vela Wellesley is a long-awaited addition to the fine dining scene in Wellesley dominated by Blue Ginger for so many years. With creative and impeccable execution, generous portions (the tuna was the size of a steak), knowledgeable staff and outstanding service, Vela Wellesley is a restaurant that I will likely be frequenting regularly, and so should you." January 2008