At our August 20, 2016 pop-up dinner, Chef Mattia Marcelli, Executive Chef at San Francisco's 54 Mint, served a 5-course meal of traditional Roman cuisine featuring his signature handmade pasta.

Growing up in Rome, Chef Marcelli developed a passion for food at a young age, learning traditional Roman recipes and techniques from the women in his family. He entered culinary school at the age of 13 and made the move to the Bay Area shortly after graduation, where he is now one of San Francisco's most promising young chefs.

Through our film, Chef Marcelli's food, and some lively discussion, we explored the chef's culinary roots and his transition from Rome to California.