Antonia Lofaso

The cuisine of chef Antonia offers an opportunity for guests to explore the of the. It is her food that stirs curiosity. It was born after she stepped outside of her Long Island suburbs and entered the culturally diverse scene that is Los Angeles. Carnitas, Cavatelli and different dishes are all available on one menu. This is a constantly changing sensibility. Her dishes all are based on a singular vision, embracing the present and reminiscing on the past. Scopa Italian Roots was opened in 2013 by Lofaso and is influenced from her Italian American tradition. It received an enthusiastic reception. Lofaso's old-school Italian version is regarded as one of Los Angeles' most captivating dining establishments. Lofaso has been described as a neighborhood favorite who consistently delivers meals that are delicious, authentic and welcoming. Lofaso worked under culinary greats to learn their refined methods. But she didn't hesitate to take bold decisions in order to honour her instincts. She swiftly rose up the ranks of Wolfgang Puck's Spago, and then went further to collaborate with celebs in several Los Angeles kitchens. Lofaso, Sal Aurora, and Mario Guddemi partnered to open Black Market Liquor Bar Studio City in 2011. Lofaso was able to find the space within Black Market as well as her partnerships. The partnership would allow for the creative freedom Lofaso desired. Black Market doesn't have one particular orientation. This is the intention. It could start with potato chips dill, shishito chilies and then move on to an Korean food item called meatballs, and wings. What binds this diverse variety of tastes is Antonia. Lofaso evaluated her career success in part by her ability to understand and remain genuine to her audience. In the course of her career, both Top Chef Chicago episode and Top Chef: All Stars demonstrated her capability to communicate herself outside the cooking environment. In the years since she's continued to pursue her career in front of cameras as a judge on CNBC's Restaurant Startup Judge as well as regular appearances on Food Network's Cutthroat Kitchen Man vs. Child. Lofaso joined forces together with Penguin Publishing to create The Busy Mom's Cookbook 100 recipes of easy, Delicious, Home Cooked Meals. In the book, she discusses her experience as a mother, and also a student at The French Culinary Institute. Lofaso insists that the drive that drives her success is rooted in the kitchen, and it's through this vein that she has a a firm finger on the pulse of. She has revolutionized the industry's design by creating chef's wear to be functional and stylish, through her brand Chefletics. What is important to Lofaso is sticking to the vision you have set. With this intention she is launching Antonia Lofaso Catering, which will convey a more tailored approach to providing clients with the most personal service.