Lidia Bastianich

Date of Birth: February 21, 1947

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Biography

Lidia Bastianich is an Italian-American celebrity chef, television host, author, and restaurateur. Born in the region of Istria, then part of Italy and now Croatia, Lidia fled with her family to a refugee camp in Trieste in 1958 due to the political climate. They later immigrated to the United States in 1959. Lidia’s culinary career began in her family’s first restaurant, Buonavia, in Queens, New York, which opened in 1971. She later established several other successful restaurants, including Felidia in Manhattan. Lidia has hosted multiple cooking shows on public television, including “Lidia’s Kitchen,” “Lidia’s Italy,” and “Lidia’s Family Table.” She has written numerous cookbooks, many of which are bestsellers. Her expertise in Italian cuisine and her warm, approachable style have made her a beloved figure in the culinary world. Lidia also co-founded the Italian food emporium Eataly, which has locations around the world.

5 Interesting Facts about Lidia Bastianich

1. Lidia Bastianich speaks fluent Italian, English, and Croatian.

2. She escaped from communist Yugoslavia at the age of 12.

3. Lidia has won multiple James Beard Awards for her contributions to the culinary world.

4. She co-owns several restaurants with her children, Joseph and Tanya.

5. Lidia’s PBS cooking shows have won her a devoted following and several awards.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Lidia Bastianich

1. “Food for me is a way of communicating with people.”

2. “The kitchen is a beautiful place to bring the family together.”

3. “Cooking is an art, but all art requires knowing something about the techniques and materials.”

4. “A meal should be an experience, a celebration of life.”

5. “Good food, good drinks, good company—that’s my philosophy.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Lidia Bastianich is estimated to be around $16 million.

Children

Lidia Bastianich has two children: 1. Joseph Bastianich – A restaurateur, winemaker, and television personality. 2. Tanya Bastianich Manuali – A businesswoman and co-author with Lidia on several books.