Antonia Lofaso

Antonia Lofaso's cooking offers a chance to discover the possibilities within her. Food that she cooks is a source of interest that was born from the moment she stepped out of the suburban areas of Long Island and into the multi-cultural scene of Los Angeles. She believes that cavatelli and carnitas are able to coexist in harmony on a single menu conveys a sensibility which continues to evolve. Every dish she serves is inspired by a distinct perspective for the future as well as reminiscing on the past. Scopa Italian Roots, which Lofaso created in 2013 received a great reception because it was inspired by her Italian roots. Lofaso's interpretation of classic Italian cuisine is one of the most sought-after restaurants in Los Angeles. Lofaso is consistently loved by the Scopa's customers because the food is authentic and unmistakably satisfying. Lofaso worked as an apprentice chef to master chefs learning their methods as well as taking risks. She never hesitated in doing so, merely following her intuition. She swiftly rose up the ranks of Wolfgang Puck's Spago before moving on to work closely with famous chefs in a variety of Los Angeles kitchens. Lofaso, Sal Aurora, and Mario Guddemi partnered to open Black Market Liquor Bar Studio City in the year 2011. Lofaso found her place in Black Market, and through her partnerships she has created. Lofaso was able to enjoy the freedom to be creative that she longed for through this partnership. Black Market does not have one direction which is the reason why it was created. The menu could start with potato chips dill Shishito chilies, and proceed to a Korean chicken dish, meatballs and wings. Antonia, the chef behind this mouth-watering menu of vibrant flavors, anchors it all. Lofaso measured her professional success based on her ability to both understand and be authentic to her audiences. She's been on of many television shows, such as Top Chef Chicago, Top Chef: All Stars and Cutthroat Kitchen Man vs. Child on The Food Network and ABC's Real O'neals. Her talents have continued to be showcased in her role as a judge on the CNBC's Restaurant Startup. Lofaso published The Busy Mom's Cookbook 100 Easy and Delicious Recipes, in 2012, with Penguin. The book also tells the story of how she faced challenges during her time at the French Culinary Institute. She was raising her daughter Xea and her son Xea. Lofaso believes that her success is due to her passion cooking, and she's in a position to stay in the middle of the industry through her work on the kitchen. She has revolutionized the industry's style by redefining chef's attire to be functional and stylish, through her brand Chefletics. Lofaso believes that staying true the vision you have set is essential. In order to achieve this goal, she created Antonia Lofaso Catering. It gives customers the opportunity to experience a truly personal service.