Our Story
I grew up in a home where hospitality was more than a gesture - it was a way of life. At my grandparents’ home, Anant and Nita’s, every guest was welcomed with warmth, laughter, and genuine care. That legacy of belonging inspired Anita - a name drawn from theirs, but shaped into a philosophy. To us, hospitality isn’t simply about service; it’s about creating a space where people feel truly seen, valued, and embraced.
- Sanika
About Us
At The Anita Edit, we carry this philosophy forward by curating experiences and stories that honor both the artistry and the business of hospitality & lifestyle. Our Gardenia token - symbolizing trust, purity, and harmony - reflects this ethos. From an intimate speakeasy in New York to a healing Ayurvedic retreat in Kerala or a cultural craft in Tokyo, every feature is chosen not only to showcase a destination but to evoke connection, emotion, and belonging. With us, each journey transforms into a lasting memory.
- The Edit Curators
Mission Statement
We Seek to Collaborate with Distinct Voices, Create Meaningful Narratives Around Food, Travel, and Lifestyle, and Grow a Community that Thrives on Inspiration, Discovery, and Connection.
Vision Statement
Hospitality, Lifestyle, Storytelling & Belonging
The Edit Curators
Sanika Rasal
Born and raised in Mumbai, India, Sanika Rasal moved to the United States after turning eighteen. She went on to earn her Master’s in Hospitality Business Management from Fairleigh Dickinson University, which ranked among the world’s top four hospitality schools at the time.
Now based in Manhattan, Sanika has built a career in the events industry. A space where creativity, precision, and people skills intertwine. Her work reflects her passion for storytelling through hospitality, design, and thoughtful guest experiences.
When she isn’t curating events or building new ideas, Sanika enjoys reading, gardening, and exploring the world of food & beverage. Her approach to life and work is rooted in curiosity, connection, and a genuine appreciation for the details that turn moments into memories.
Lorenzo Angiolini
Italian-born, Milan-raised kitchen enthusiast, with a deep passion for food, hospitality, and joyful chaos. He approaches cooking as both craft and cultural transmission; part ritual, part rebellion. Although not traditionally trained in kitchens, his pantry is an arsenal packed with ingredients from Italy, India and Japan.
His signature dish? Homemade tagliatelle with bottarga; simple, briny, unapologetic, much like his philosophy. Lorenzo cooks loud, pours Prosecco generously, and believes that true Italian excellence lives in the details most people overlook.
At The Anita Edit, he shares recipes that feel like secrets passed across the table, rooted in history, delivered with humor, and meant to be cooked for people you love. Consider this your drop of magic from the Italian cooking bible.
Lee Caplan
He completed his Ph.D. in Music at the University of Pittsburgh, with his dissertation titled "Tell Them the Truth: Nathan Davis, The University Of Pittsburgh, and the Jazz Educational Undercommons." He received his MA in Jazz History and Research at Rutgers University in 2017. He has presented at the University of Kansas, the Library of Congress, and California State University. His current research focuses on questions regarding, critical theory, aesthetics, and political economy. His work has appeared in the Jazz Research Journal and the Journal of the Society of American Music and the International Association for the Study of Popular Music, and the Journal of Historical Research in Music Education. Caplan teaches interdisciplinary humanities courses at several colleges across New Jersey, including classes serving incarcerated students. Although his academic training is in music—particularly jazz—Caplan also researches the intersections of food practices and cultural reproduction.