Lidia Bastianich

American chef and television host

Lidia Bastianich is an Italian-American restaurateur, author, and television personality. She has owned several restaurants in the United States, authored several cookbooks, and appeared in numerous television cooking shows, such as Lidia’s Kitchen, Molto Mario, Lidia’s Italy, and Lidia Celebrates America. Bastianich has received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to the culinary world, including multiple James Beard Foundation Awards.

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Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio Insider's Italy: Hidden Rome, Best Desserts and Lidia Bastianich Hotline Food
Lidia Bastianich joins Christopher Kimball to answer our listeners’ Italian cooking questions—from the ultimate recipe for ravioli to tips for avoiding soggy lasagne. Plus, The Great British Bake Off's Giuseppe Dell'Anno shares the joys of Italian baking, from cannoli cake to sfogliatelle; culinary guide Arianna Pasquini takes us on a tour of Rome's hidden food gems; and J.M. Hirsch reveals secrets from a Neapolitan trattoria. (Originally aired April 11, 2025.)Listen to Milk Street Radio on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify

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Lidia Bastianich on Apple TV

TV Shows

Lidia's Kitchen Reality · 2024
Lidia's Italy Documentary · 2011
Lidia Celebrates America Reality · 2025

Lidia Bastianich on Apple Podcasts

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BORN: February 21, 1947