With the rushing waters of the Mississippi River in the background, famed author, restaurateur and television host Lidia Bastianich bent ... just learned something new, and soon she’d invite ...

Italian-American chef Lidia Bastianich is a highly regarded restauranteur ... a popular Italian food emporium concept with locations in New York, Chicago, Boston, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles.

Lidia Matticchio Bastianich is an Emmy award-winning public ... Freedom & Independence–Best Television Program, On Location.New York Film Festivals finalist for Lidia Celebrates America ...