Antonia Lofaso

Chef Antonia Lofaso's food is an opportunity to delve into deep into her interior world. Food she cooks up is a result of her interest in the culture that is Los Angeles, which was inspired by a visit from Long Island to Los Angeles from Long Island's suburbs. Carnitas, Cavatelli and different dishes are all available in a single menu. It is an ever changing sensibility. But what remains throughout her menu is an unifying view of the future that longingly remembers the past. Scopa Italian Roots was opened in 2013 by Lofaso, who is inspired from her Italian American tradition. The restaurant was greeted with the warmest welcome. Lofaso's old-school Italian interpretation is considered one among Los Angeles' most captivating dining establishments. Lofaso is consistently loved by the Scopa's customers for serving food that feels authentic and deliciously enjoyable. Lofaso worked under culinary greats to master their methods. But she didn't hesitate making bold choices in order to follow her intuition. She rose quickly through the ranks at Wolfgang Puck's Spago and was able to transform various high-profile kitchens in Los Angeles while working closely with numerous celebrities. Lofaso joined forces with Sal Aurora to create Black Market Liquor Bar which was a new bar situated in Studio City. The bar was eventually able to get the space in Black Market as well as her partnerships. Lofaso had the chance to enjoy the creativity she had always wanted. Black Market's intention is not to limit itself in any way. The first course could be chipped potatoes and peppers with some dill. This could be followed by Korean meatballs and wings. Antonia's bold flavors are the basis of these daring combination. Lofaso's popularity has been measured by her capacity to stay honest with herself, while understanding her audience. Her memorable appearances on Top Chef Chicago & Top Chef: All Stars showcased her unique personality in the kitchen. Her talents are visible in her frequent appearances in the CNBC's Restaurant Startup judge, and on The Food Network's Cutthroat Kitchen Man vs. Child & the ABC's Real O'neals. Lofaso joined forces with Penguin in 2012 to publish The Busy Mother's Cookbook, 100 Recipes to prepare Delicious home-cooked Meals. The book tells her story about the challenges she encountered while studying at her first French Culinary Institute and raising her daughter Xea. Lofaso believes that all her successes stem from her love of cooking. She is capable of keeping her finger on the pulse of the industry through her work in the kitchen. Chefletics revolutionizes the look of chef wear with its focus on design and function. Her main focus is staying in line with her mission. To achieve this goal she has launched Antonia Lofaso Catering. This will provide clients with the most personal service.