Antonia Lofaso

Chef Antonia Lofaso's cuisine is an invitation to dive into the depths of her interior world. Food is what evokes curiosity, which developed after she stepped outside of the Long Island suburbs and entered the culturally rich landscape of Los Angeles. Cavatellis and carnitas coexisting in the same dish is what she believes in. What remains is her singular vision of the future while looking back to the past. Scopa Italian Roots opened its doors in 2013 and was immediately well-received. Lofaso has received praise for her unique interpretation of Italian dishes. The customers say that they would recommend Scopa as an essential neighborhood staple where Lofaso consistently provides food that is delicious and unquestionably satisfying. Lofaso took her cues from the greats of culinary with sophisticated cooking techniques. She did not fear taking extraordinary risk to follow her intuition. As she rose through the ranks, she transformed various Los Angeles high-profile restaurants while working with high-profile stars. Lofaso as well as Sal Aurora partnered in 2011 to launch Black Market Liquor Bar Studio City. In Black Market and the business collaborations she set up, she found an appropriate place to call home. Lofaso was able to enjoy the freedom to create the work she desired through this collaboration. Black Market is not constrained by one definitive direction and that is the intention. The menu could start with chips of dill potato Shishito chilies, and proceed to an Korean wings dish and meatballs. Antonia, the chef who created this delicious menu full of bold flavors is what anchors it all. Lofaso measured her professional success in part by her ability to be able to comprehend and appear authentic to her audiences. The Top Chef Chicago episode and Top Chef: All Stars emphasized her ability to express herself outside the cooking environment. Since then she's continued to pursue her professional career before cameras as a 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 publish The Busy Mom's Cookbook 100 recipes of easy, Delicious, Home Cooked Meals. In the book, she also shares her experiences as a mom and participant in her school, the French Culinary Institute. Lofaso says that the inspiration for her achievements originates from her kitchen. This is the way she keeps a pulse on current events. Chefletics is revolutionizing chef wear through the combination of style and functionality. Lofaso believes in remaining true to your values and your vision. To achieve this, she has launched Antonia Lofaso Catering. The new company will offer a personalized experience for clients.