Featured Chef Marco DeOrta of Tutti Santi in Glendale.
Photography by Jackie Mercandetti
How did you get your start in the restaurant business?
In 1991 at Nina L' Italiana.
What is your favorite Valley restaurant, besides your own?
Melting Pot.
What is your favorite dish at your restaurant?
Cioppino Tutti Santi.
What is the most memorable meal you’ve ever had?
Vitel Tonne.
If you could have anyone visit your restaurant, who would it be?
Giada DeLaurentis.
Name three ingredients that you have at home at all times.
Extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
What is your favorite bottle of wine or cocktail?
Any vintage of Lamaione Frescobaldi.
What do you like to do in your free time?
Soccer.
