Antonia Lofaso

Antonia's Lofaso invites you look into her soul by the food she cooks. Curiosity grew in her after she left for the Long Island suburbs to explore the diverse culture of Los Angeles. Cavatellis and carnitas mingling in the same dish is her belief. Her dishes all are based on a singular idea, which is to embrace the current while reminiscing fondly on the old. Scopa Italian Roots is a restaurant that was founded by Lofaso in 2013. It was founded by the chef because of her heritage as an Italian-American. The interpretation that Lofaso has given to traditional Italian is widely praised as one of the top places to enjoy Italian cooking in Los Angeles. The restaurant is frequently praised by Scopa's patrons for serving food that feels authentic and deliciously pleasing. Lofaso was trained by some of the best chefs in the world and learned their advanced methods, yet she was not unwilling to follow her own sense of. She swiftly rose up the ranks of Wolfgang Puck's Spago, and then went into working closely with famous chefs in a variety of Los Angeles kitchens. Lofaso established Black Market Liquor Bar with Sal Aurora and Mario Guddemi in Studio City, California. Lofaso was able to settle in the Black Market. The partnership would allow for the creative freedom Lofaso wanted. Black Market's intention is to not be constrained in any way. A course might begin with dill potato chips and shishito peppers followed by the lobster roll Korean wings and a variety of meatballs. Antonia's distinctive flavors form the foundation of these bold flavors. Lofaso measures her success over the course of her career based on her natural ability to know her audience and remain authentic to who she is. She's appeared on of numerous television shows like Top Chef Chicago, Top Chef: All Stars as well as Cutthroat Kitchen Man vs. Child on The Food Network and ABC's Real O'neals. Her talents continue to be recognized as a judge for CNBC's Restaurant Startup. Lofaso has released her book, The Busy Mother's Cookbook 100 Simple and Delicious Recipes in 2012, with Penguin. It also told the story of her challenges during her time at The French Culinary Institute. She had a daughter, Xea, as well. Lofaso believes that the main source of all her accomplishments is her kitchen. It's through this vein she is always in the pulse. Chefletics has revolutionized chef attire by combining style and function. The main goal of Lofaso is to remain in line with her mission. In this regard she has launched Antonia Lofaso Catering. This will provide clients with the most personal service.