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Nick Stellino

Nick Stellino

Keynote Speaker: Emmy Award-Nominated TV Chef & Author

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Nick Stellino Biography

Nick Stellino’s path to his successful career as a television chef and cookbook author began in Italy, where he grew up in a family of accomplished cooks who shared with him their knowledge and love of cooking.

Nick was born and raised in Palermo, Italy. In 1975, at the age of 17, he moved to America, building a successful career as a stockbroker by the late 1980s. His Wall Street career was lucrative, but he realized something was missing. He had come from a world where food, love and family were deeply intertwined and had developed a passion for cooking at an early age. He decided to pursue a culinary career, believing that “if you do what you love and invest in it your dedication and your passion, you will be successful.”

With no formal experience, Nick was told he couldn’t work as a chef. Instead, he initially took a job as a dishwasher. He went on to apprentice with some of the best chefs in America. While working in the restaurant business, he realized that he wanted to share his enthusiasm for cooking with others and that a television cooking show would be the best way to do that.

Nick began calling television production companies, fully committed to making his dream of a new TV series come true. That commitment led to a career that exceeded his expectations. Today, Nick Stellino has multiple television series to his credit, along with 12 published cookbooks. His cooking shows are seen on public television stations across the United States and are syndicated throughout Latin America, Eastern Europe, South Africa and the Middle East.

Nick has made guest appearances on news and talk shows including ABC’s “Good Morning America,” NBC’s “Today” and “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” as well as on Italian television. He has been featured in publications including The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, Bon Appétit, The Magazine of La Cucina Italiana and Robb Report. Through his marketing and television production company Nick Stellino Productions, Nick provides services as a business strategist and motivational speaker to a variety of clients. Nick Stellino Productions has worked with companies including Electrolux, Sears, Frigidaire, DaVinci Pasta, World Finer Foods, Domino Sugar, C&H Sugar, Sears, Acqua Panna, SanPellegrino and Maurice Lacroix Watches.

Nick is an active supporter of the American Red Cross. Each year, he prepares the menu for the Red Cross annual Red Tie Affair dinner in Santa Monica, Calif. He also spends months raising increasingly large donations for the organization. In 2011, the Red Cross recognized his efforts with the Tiffany Award for Most Humanitarian Chef.

Nick lives with his wife of 34 years, Nanci, and their cats, Luca and Luigi. He spends what little free time he has at their home in Southern California, cooking for Nanci, indulging his love of tailored clothing and, with his Italian passion for storytelling, writing short stories.

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Nick Stellino Videos

Nick Stellino: Storyteller in the Kitchen
TV chef Nick Stellino on 'Being Italian'
Nick Stellino Recipe: French Toast

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Speaking fees for Nick Stellino, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Nick Stellino are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Nick Stellino, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Nick Stellino speak about?

Nick Stellino is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Food & Beverage, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Television & Film, Hosts & Emcees and Entertainers.

Where does Nick Stellino travel from?

Nick Stellino generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Nick Stellino?

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Nick Stellino is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Food & Beverage and Lifestyle. The estimated speaking fee range to book Nick Stellino for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Nick Stellino generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rick Bayless, Cat Cora and Steven Raichlen. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Nick Stellino for an upcoming event.

Nick Stellino Videos

Nick Stellino: Storyteller in the Kitchen
TV chef Nick Stellino on 'Being Italian'
Nick Stellino Recipe: French Toast
Nick Stellino on Italian American
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