Hello! I’m Francesca (Franki) and I am thrilled to share tidbits about my life devoted to food, bits of travel, lifestyle and everyday spunk. I am an alum of the Culinary Institute of America where I received my degrees in culinary arts and applied food studies. I have worked in many facets of the industry including time working in food and lifestyle T.V. production. I currently work as a Food Editor for Delish where I develop recipes, host on camera recipe videos and edutainments, produce and style recipe videos, write features, and more.

Aside from my full time work I love to create content for my brand The Garnished Palate. Much of my content is focused on cultural inspiration, seasonality, and my Italian American heritage. I’m here to entertain, offer insight, and provoke meaningful conversation. I also started selling “Francesca’s Ciao Boxes” a concept invigorated by my love for pasta culture and Sunday supper.

Stay awhile and let me know what you want to see next. As my grandparents always asked~”Did you eat?!”