Marcella Hazan
Marcella Hazan was an influential Italian-born cookbook author and cooking teacher who played a crucial role in introducing authentic Italian cuisine to American home cooks.
Born in 1924 in Italy, she later moved to New York where she established a cooking school specializing in traditional Italian cooking.
Hazan's culinary career began relatively late in life, but she quickly gained recognition for her expertise and passion for Italian cuisine.
Her first cookbook, The Classic Italian Cook Book, was published in 1973 and became a seminal work in the field.
Hazan's approach emphasized simplicity, quality ingredients, and traditional techniques, helping to reshape Americans' understanding of Italian food beyond spaghetti and meatballs.
