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 in between. I am an alum of the Culinary Institute of America currently working as an Assistant Food Editor for Delish.

I am on the search for my passion in food media, may it be editorial or television, test kitchens or food styling and many other opportunities that revolve around perfect lighting, creative talent, inspiring stories, and the most delicious and sophisticated food. As a native NY gal for over twenty years, I set off to Italy for three months studying the 20 regions of cuisine. Each day I snuck to the corner of the kitchen to catch the natural light with a single prop or white cloth to style that day's feast; then later tapping away at my keyboard explaining the 5 w’s to Italian food culture and life. For me, Italy emphasized why I should continue devoting time to this space, realizing how important it is that I continue learning, writing, and expressing myself through my blog as I progress through my career. It’s important to be your own you, maintain authenticity like no one else and so I am always finding new ways to tell a good story or share the tidbits, especially with a stylish approach. 

• I am almost always craving and eating a bowl of pasta- preferably dried, cut pasta- or dumplings with chili oil.

• When I talk sweet talk I mean sundaes with hot fudge, whipped cream, and sprinkles. I hardly need ice-cream as a base because I will just eat the toppings! I am equal parts savory and sweet; so I could eat pastries just as much as pasta. My go-to pastries are always chocolate or raspberry cigars and crispy, crunchy greasy sfogliatella from La Deliziosa Pastry Shop, Poughkeepsie NY.

• I adore dainty floral arrangements (peonies, ranunculus, mini roses…) and may often style a photo with the final addition of some sort of flower.

• Call me neurotic, call me classic. I keep an agenda (Erin Condrin is the best!) to write lists so I can cross things out! It’s the only way I’ll remember it all.

• Big beautiful headbands and vibrant jumpsuits my fashion statement to a better-looking kitchen uniform. I love putting up a high bun and zipping around the kitchen or studio set with my boho- chic look.

Want to know more? Click above to see my portfolio!