Scopa Italian Roots

If you’ve spent any time watching Food Network over the past few years, then you definitely know Chef Antonia Lofaso. She began her cooking career at Wolfgang Puck’s renowned Spago, and rose to fame as a top-four contender on “Top Chef: Chicago,” later returning for “Top Chef: All Stars” and “Top Chef Duels.” Today, she’s a regular on Food Network shows including “The Best Thing I Ever Ate,” and is the Executive Chef and owner of one of LA’s hottest Italian restaurants, Scopa Italian Roots.

Located in the heart of Venice, Scopa Italian Roots opened in 2013 and was immediately hailed for its warm and inviting atmosphere and stunning authentic Italian cooking. Its menu of old-school Italian classics made with the freshest available ingredients has attracted a strong local following and made it a consistently reliable neighborhood standby. Now, Scopa’s signature dishes, including bucatini & pork ragu, penne & tomato sauce, rice balls, and cannoli for dessert, are delivering nationwide!