Italian Culinary Specialist and Iron Chef America judge, Mario Rizzotti of Academia Barilla will be in Mrs. Green’s Natural Market’s Winnetka store, at 925 Green Bay Road, on Friday and Saturday, February 5 and 6, from Noon to 3pm. Pick-up tips on how to add an Italian flare to your Superbowl party or impress your guests at you next dinner party.
Mario Rizzotti lives by one simple motto: a meal is not the consumption of food, but rather a celebration of life. With his deep knowledge of the culinary world, Mario travels throughout the U.S. educating consumers on the differences in olive oils, balsamic vinegars, Italian cheeses and cured meats.
Mario’s Italian culinary background combined with his familiarity with worldwide cuisines has led him to be best known as the seasoned, yet approachable, judge on The Food Network’s popular “Iron Chef America” series. His efforts to educate consumers really has helped them understand what makes a product or ingredient authentic, giving a better understanding of Italian cuisine and preparation. Mario’s engaging style, quick wit, and natural charm all make for a truly engaging educational experience consumers remember long after meeting him.cuisines has led him to be best known as the seasoned, yet approachable, judge on The Food Network’s popular “Iron Chef America” series. His efforts to educate consumers really has helped them understand what makes a product or ingredient authentic, giving a better understanding of Italian cuisine and preparation. Mario’s engaging style, quick wit, and natural charm all make for a truly engaging educational experience consumers remember long after meeting him.e cuisines has led him to be best known as the seasoned, yet approachable, judge on The Food Network’s popular “Iron Chef America” series. His efforts to educate consumers really has helped them understand what makes a product or ingredient authentic, giving a better understanding of Italian cuisine and preparation. Mario’s engaging style, quick wit, and natural charm all make for a truly engaging educational experience consumers remember long after meeting him.
