Mary Ann Esposito
Authenticity, history, tradition.
Those three words define Mary Ann Esposito and the signature cooking style that has made her one of America's most loved television chefs.
As the creator and host of the nationally televised PBS series, Ciao Italia with Mary Ann Esposito™, Mary Ann has brought those values to millions of Americans. This year, the series celebrates its milestone 21st season, making it the longest running cooking series in television history.
For Mary Ann, the art of Italian cooking is a way of life. As a little girl growing up in Depew, New York, she watched her two Italian grandmothers create wonderful Italian dishes. Both nonnas, one Sicilian and one Neapolitan, were Italian natives and professional cooks.
This upbringing instilled in Mary Ann a deep appreciation for Italian food and culture. But it was a pivotal trip to Italy that made her ponder hosting a television program to share her love. Thus, Ciao Italia was born.
Through Ciao Italia and appearances on other television programs like The Today Show, Regis and Kelly, QVC, the Food Network, Discovery Channel, and FOX (…not to mention Martha Stewart Radio, RAI International, The Victory Garden, Simply Ming, and so many others!), she has been able to share the cooking lessons she learned as a child with audiences around the world.
Mary Ann has worked beside world-renowned chefs like Julia Child, Todd English, Daisy Martinez, Sara Moulton, Jacques Pepin, Martin Yan, and countless others who share the same passion for cooking.
Johnson and Wales University presented Mary Ann with their Distinguished Author Award. St. Anselm College bestowed an honorary doctorate for her dedication to teaching and preserving authentic Italian cuisine. Most recently, the Italian Trade Commission further distinguished Mary Ann by naming her a 2010 Hall of Fame honoree.
Mary Ann has also written 11 cookbooks. Her most recent, Ciao Italia~Five Ingredient Favorites, was released in September of 2009. A new book is currently in the works, and is expected to be released in the fall of 2011.
In addition, she hosts an annual trip to Italy. This year, travelers discovered the extraordinary cooking of Tuscany with Mary Ann as they traveled with her and experienced hands-on cooking lessons in which she helped them prepare her favorite Tuscan recipes.
For event appearances or television sponsorships, contact Chris Esposito chris (at) doverstrategygroup.com.
For press inquiries, contact Mark Nevins mark (at) doverstrategygroup.com.
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