A Roman Muse

Paola di Mauro, the legendary Roman cook and founder of Colle Picchioni, has been a muse for America’s great chefs, including Mario Batali, Mark Ladner, David Pasternack, and Joseph Bastianich. Her deep understanding of ingredients and traditional techniques defines her cooking—simple yet powerful. But her influence extends beyond the kitchen. Through Colle
Picchioni, she transformed a region once known for bulk wines into a destination for refined winemaking. Buyers came for her Selezione Oro and left talking about her meals. With her exceptional olive oil, wines, and confident cooking, she shaped a new appreciation for Roman culinary traditions in America.