Paola Bacchia was born to Italian migrant parents and into their food culture. Her award-winning blog, Italy on My Mind, explores the connection between family memories and food through stories, photos, and recipes. She returns to Italy every year to expand her knowledge of Italian food and traditions. Previously, she has published At Nonna’s Table (2024), Istria (2021), Italian Street Food (2021), and Adriatico (2018) with Smith Street Books.
