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Stefano de Pieri was born in Treviso, near Venice. He migrated to Australia in 1974. Stefano attended Sydney Road Community School in Brunswick and went on to Melbourne University. He graduated in Politics and Italian Studies.
Stefano became actively involved in many community causes from the moment he came to Australia. He edited an Italian fortnightly newspaper called "Nuovo Paese", through which he came into contact with many political and cultural identities.
He dabbled with food - always his passion - in the early eighties, training for a little while in a professional environment, but finally chose a job in the Victorian Public Service. He became a private secretary to Minister Peter Spyker and then an advisor to a number of Ethnic Affairs Ministers.
He married Donata in 1991 and settled in Mildura at the same time.
Stefano set about to assist in the refurbishments of the Grand Hotel and to provide some leadership in the area of food and beverage preparation.
He was impressed with local produce - and local wine - but was frustrated by the lack of recognition of the district. He begun writing a book that would include his food memories from his native Veneto and the produce of Mildura. The book took the title of 'Gondola on the Murray' and after a few rejections from publishers it was accepted by ABC Enterprises, the publishing branch of the ABC. It was then turned into the television series "A Gondola on the Murray".
Stefano's restaurant in the Grand became the recipient of many prestigious awards and continues to attract the support of many patrons.
Stefano and Donata continue a family tradition in hospitality with the hope of providing variety and interest for residents and the many visitors who come to Mildura.
Stefano, Your new show says that you are taking us home to Venice?????? I thought Australia was your home? Well it is or it isn't.
was at the grand last week end great food, saw Don at 27 Deacon with Stefano, he signed my wifes book and all that stuff,graet good as Rick Stien or Jamie or Gordon i think maybee he was first with a tv show ?
enjoyed very much 'Gondola on the Murray' hope to meet you in Sept'10 - Sean and Carol - Cape Town South Africa
the pizza bread is simply awesome....any idiot can make it!
tried the potato gnocci it was fantastic, thanks Stefano
Hi Stefano, Love your shows. My wish is to dine in your resturant and see you. Lamb recipies wonderful.
would like to get a potato spaghetti making machine.........where can I buy one in Australia so that I can try Stefano's great recipe for prawns wrapped in potato spirals?? YOUR SHOW IS JUST GREAT.
Love your show & food. Keep the recipes coming
Hi Stefano. Would dearly love your Pork & Chicken Meatballs with Polenta Recipe which was televised on 2nd February. Just love your show Carol
Hi Stefano. That boned chicken with rosemary and perchito was fantastic. I usually don't like white meat however it was so moist. Followed your cooking instructions to the letter. Will do the same recipe for friends next weekend. Love Anna.
I also to would like to say welcome back Stefano. I thoroughy enjoy the show and the wonderful delicious food you cook. I am going to cook the Salt baked ocean trout for Boxing day
Love watching the show, get great ideas, but would like to know about the gadget used on your show by a celebrity chef, he made potatoe noodles. What is it called and where can I get one.
Can't wait to try the won ton soup...
We love your show and all the cooking tips and recipes you share thank you........ looking forward to the day we get to your restaurant. Cheers
Welcome back Stefano, You're simply the best . You cook great food , made from ingredients that most people have easy access to. You cook with such joy and enthusiasm it can only inspire us all. You also do such a great job of promoting Mildura, the beautiful produce and the great Murray River. Well done .
Hi Stefano, thanks for the best program on Lifestyle Food for a long time. Thoroughly enjoying your show.And love your sense of humour. Please be sure to do another series.
Hi, I'm Lyndall Vandenberg and I make Stefano's Preserves. All of our products are handmade and we always use regional and seasonal ingredients! You can find Stefano's Preserves in David Jones food halls + good food stores nationally. For more information check out www.lyndallvandenberg.com.au
I'm a sunraysia local and Stefano it's great to see you back on TV. Love watching you cook along the river and at your home. Keep up the great show and receipes.
I never miss the show Stefano, so pleased to see you back..
Ahhh... Stefano. Finally an Australian cooking show with an entertaining host. Absolutely love your 'Paradiso' food and the way you present it, passionately. Well done Stefano, I look forward to watching every week. From one Trevisan to another.... 'salute'
Happy you are back Stefano. Just watched your show and you made me cry with your green scacchati olives. It reminded me of my parents sitting in the garage fighting (in a good way) about who is holding the glass properly and hitting the olives the right way. thank you for the memory. I just love your cooking and show.
We have missed you Stefano, welcome back
Great to see stefano is back. He has a great personality and I love his cooking style. I am going to enjoy the series and look forward to his recipes.
Simply the most delicious food served with warmth and style quite unparalleled in Australia. Bravo Stefano!
There's nobody like stefano. So great he's back on screen!