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My mom was a great cook, particularly when it came to Italian food. Meatballs, ravioli, calamari and braciole these were some of her specialties, among others.

The truth is I owe my career to my mom. I wouldn't have ever become a chef if it wasn't for her. She started me off, when I was 7-years old, making dinner for the family. But it's more than that, I have a profound love for food and cooking, particularly comfort food, and that passion wouldn't exist if it wasn't for Mamma, Grandma, and my Mom.

At first, she would prepare the main course and the starch and I would make some kind of vegetable, usually out of a can. As time went on she taught how to make rice and potatoes, so that all she had to do was prepare the protein. By the time I was 8-years old I was responsible for the complete meal.

By the time I was 10-years old week night dinners were completely from scratch, thanks to my mom and grandma. They taught me well.