About

I am deeply inspired by my parents. My father Leonard passed away at 99 years old, and my mother Norma almost reached 101 years old. She was the quintessential Italian mother - always making homemade pasta, risottos, sauces and desserts. We are convinced that no one ate better than my father.  Extra virgin olive oil is the foundation of most northern Italian dishes, and it’s no coincidence that Italy also boasts one of the planet’s greatest life expectancy rates. As first generation Italians and San Francisco Bay Area residents, my parents instilled in us that “breaking bread” with family and friends is the pinnacle of a life well spent!