Lidia Bastianich

Celebrity Chef, Restaurateur, Cookbook Author

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Lidia Bastianich Biography

Lidia Bastianich is an Italian-American celebrity chef, television host, author, and restaurateur, recognized for her expertise in Italian and Italian-American cuisine. Since 1998, Bastianich has contributed to public television cooking shows and has authored over 15 cookbooks, including notable titles such as "Lidia's Italian American Kitchen," "Lidia’s A Pot, A Pan, and a Bowl," and "My American Dream: A Life of Love, Family, and Food."

In 2014, Bastianich launched her fifth television series, "Lidia's Kitchen." She also owns several acclaimed Italian restaurants in the U.S. and is a partner in the internationally renowned Eataly locations across cities like New York City, Chicago, Boston, Los Angeles, Dallas, Las Vegas, Toronto, and Sao Paolo, Brazil. Additionally, she has developed a successful line of artisanal pastas and all-natural sauces under her brand, LIDIA’S.

Bastianich's television appearances have extended beyond her own series; she served as a celebrity judge on "MasterChef USA" in 2000, appeared on "Junior MasterChef Italia" in 2014 and 2015, and was a judge on "La Prova del Cuoco" in 2016 and 2017. In 2020, she was a judge on the cooking competition show "Sky, Family Food Fight." Her significant accolades include seven James Beard Awards and two Emmy Awards for Outstanding Culinary Host. In 2022, she received the Silver Award from APT for her 25 years of contributions to Public Television.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/24/2024.

Lidia Bastianich Videos

  • Lidia Bastianich Cooks Spaghetti With Shrimp & Basil, Tours Her ...
    One of the most beloved chefs on TV, Lidia Bastianich, is known for her authentic Italian cooking. Lidia invites us into her home and shows us ...
  • Lidia Matticchio Bastianich: Nostalgia and Success - YouTube
    A deep conversation with Lidia Giuliana Matticchio Bastianich, an Italian-born American celebrity chef, restaurateur, author, and television host.
  • Lidia Bastianich at USF [news] - YouTube

Lidia Bastianich Books

  • Nonna Tell Me a Story: Lidia's Egg-citing Farm Adventure
    Nonna Tell Me a Story: Lidia's Egg-citing Farm Adventure
  • Lidia's Commonsense Italian Cooking: 150 Delicious and Simple Recipes Anyone Can Master
    Lidia's Commonsense Italian Cooking: 150 Delicious and Simple Recipes Anyone Can Master
  • Lidia's Family Kitchen: Nonna's Birthday Surprise
    Lidia's Family Kitchen: Nonna's Birthday Surprise
  • Lidia's Favorite Recipes: 100 Foolproof Italian Dishes, from Basic Sauces to Irresistible Entrees
    Lidia's Favorite Recipes: 100 Foolproof Italian Dishes, from Basic Sauces to Irresistible Entrees
  • Lidia's Italy in America
    Lidia's Italy in America
  • Lidia Cooks from the Heart of Italy: A Feast of 175 Regional Recipes
    Lidia Cooks from the Heart of Italy: A Feast of 175 Regional Recipes

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