Gennaro Contaldo

Gennaro Contaldo

About

Gennaro Contaldo was born in the picturesque town of Minori, nestled on the Amalfi coast. It was here that his culinary journey began, planting its roots in local restaurant kitchens when he was just eight years old.

A venture to Britain in the late 1960s marked a significant chapter in his career. He spent his early years meandering across the country, immersing himself in the authentic culture of local village restaurants and acquainting himself with wild food.

He eventually found his way to London. Here, he held the title of chef in several eateries before achieving acclaim with his award-winning restaurant, 'Passione'.

The world was introduced to Gennaro Contaldo through his connection with Jamie Oliver, whom he inspired during their time together at Carluccio's. Since then, Contaldo's unmistakably Italian spirit has charmed televisions audiences.

These days, Gennaro Contaldo wears many hats. He's celebrated both as a dedicated mentor, working alongside Jamie Oliver in managing his 'Jamie's Italian' restaurant chain, and also as a passionate advocate for authentic Italian cooking, inspiring home cooks through his various books, magazine contributions and television appearances.

The beloved chef calls north-east London home, where he lives with his partner and their twin daughters.

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Perfect Spaghetti Bolognese with Gennaro

Perfect Spaghetti Bolognese with Gennaro

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Italian Spaghetti Carbonara

Italian Spaghetti Carbonara

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Perfect Tomato and Mozzarella Linguini | Gennaro Contaldo

Perfect Tomato and Mozzarella Linguini | Gennaro Contaldo

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Perfect Chicken Meatballs | Gennaro Contaldo

Perfect Chicken Meatballs | Gennaro Contaldo

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Simple Gnocchi Recipe

Simple Gnocchi Recipe

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Octopus Linguine | Gennaro Contaldo

Octopus Linguine | Gennaro Contaldo

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Porchetta with Gennaro

Porchetta with Gennaro

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How to make Carbonara | Gennaro Contaldo

How to make Carbonara | Gennaro Contaldo

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Wild Mushroom Tagliatelle with Gennaro

Wild Mushroom Tagliatelle with Gennaro

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Gennaro's Pasta Masterclass

Gennaro's Pasta Masterclass

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Fresh Lobster Pasta

Fresh Lobster Pasta

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Spinach & Ricotta Tortellini

Spinach & Ricotta Tortellini

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Pasta e Fagioli | Gennaro Contaldo |AD

Pasta e Fagioli | Gennaro Contaldo |AD

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Spaghetti with Crab | Gennaro Contaldo

Spaghetti with Crab | Gennaro Contaldo

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Tiramisu

Tiramisu

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Braised Chicken Stew

Braised Chicken Stew

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Simple Sicilian Sardines a la Gennaro

Simple Sicilian Sardines a la Gennaro

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Simple Sausage Risotto with Gennaro

Simple Sausage Risotto with Gennaro

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Stay Home Pasta | #Stayhome #KeepCookingandCarryOn

Stay Home Pasta | #Stayhome #KeepCookingandCarryOn

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Involtini of Beef | Gennaro Contaldo

Involtini of Beef | Gennaro Contaldo

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Chicken Peperonata | Gennaro Contaldo

Chicken Peperonata | Gennaro Contaldo

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Take a coffee break with Gennaro!

Take a coffee break with Gennaro!

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Italian Bruschetta - 3 Ways feat. SORTED Food

Italian Bruschetta - 3 Ways feat. SORTED Food

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Wild Mushroom Polenta | Gennaro Contaldo

Wild Mushroom Polenta | Gennaro Contaldo

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Pan Fried Salmon with Gennaro

Pan Fried Salmon with Gennaro

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Perfect Family Ragu with Gennaro

Perfect Family Ragu with Gennaro

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Salmon Tagliatelle

Salmon Tagliatelle

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Salsa al Siciliana - Pasta Sauce feat. French Guy Cooking!

Salsa al Siciliana - Pasta Sauce feat. French Guy Cooking!

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Two Greedy Italians - Roma

Two Greedy Italians - Roma

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How to make Pasta Dough

How to make Pasta Dough

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Drunk Chicken

Drunk Chicken

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Two Greedy Italians - Bologna

Two Greedy Italians - Bologna

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Seafood Pasta | Gennaro Contaldo

Seafood Pasta | Gennaro Contaldo

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1 hr Special Megamix | Happy Christmas!!

1 hr Special Megamix | Happy Christmas!!

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Ultimate Stuffed Chicken | Gennaro Contaldo

Ultimate Stuffed Chicken | Gennaro Contaldo

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Stuffed Fried Gnocci

Stuffed Fried Gnocci

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Beef Ragu with Penne | Gennaro Contaldo at Home

Beef Ragu with Penne | Gennaro Contaldo at Home

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Strawberry Risotto | #TBT

Strawberry Risotto | #TBT

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Garden Pasta #meatfreeweek

Garden Pasta #meatfreeweek

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Poached Seabass | Gennaro Contaldo

Poached Seabass | Gennaro Contaldo

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Pan Fried Mackerel & Polenta | Gennaro Contaldo

Pan Fried Mackerel & Polenta | Gennaro Contaldo

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Focaccia feat Donal Skehan | Gennaro Contaldo

Focaccia feat Donal Skehan | Gennaro Contaldo

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Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic | Gennaro | #TBT

Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic | Gennaro | #TBT

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Italian Baked Beans | Gennaro Contaldo

Italian Baked Beans | Gennaro Contaldo

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Gennaro Contaldo, Jamie Oliver & Antonio Carluccio

Gennaro Contaldo, Jamie Oliver & Antonio Carluccio

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Pepper & Eggplant Pasta Recipe

Pepper & Eggplant Pasta Recipe

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Rolled Focaccia | Gennaro Contaldo

Rolled Focaccia | Gennaro Contaldo

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Seafood Pasta & Almond Pesto | Gennaro Contaldo

Seafood Pasta & Almond Pesto | Gennaro Contaldo

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Chocolate Hazelnut Cake

Chocolate Hazelnut Cake

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Pickled Aubergine | Gennaro Contaldo

Pickled Aubergine | Gennaro Contaldo

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Two Greedy Italians - Calabria

Two Greedy Italians - Calabria

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Sea Bass & Potato Bake with Parmigiano Reggiano AD

Sea Bass & Potato Bake with Parmigiano Reggiano AD

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Two Greedy Italians - The Italian Alps pt 2

Two Greedy Italians - The Italian Alps pt 2

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Two Greedy Italians - The Italian Alps pt 1

Two Greedy Italians - The Italian Alps pt 1

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Gennaro's Tiramisu

Gennaro's Tiramisu

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Sardine Parmigiana | Gennaro Contaldo

Sardine Parmigiana | Gennaro Contaldo

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Tasty Kids Pasta with Gennaro Contaldo

Tasty Kids Pasta with Gennaro Contaldo

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Squash Tortellini with Gennaro

Squash Tortellini with Gennaro

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Pan-Fried Mackerel with Lentil Salad

Pan-Fried Mackerel with Lentil Salad

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11 years ago
SPAGHETTI with Curly Kale

SPAGHETTI with Curly Kale

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BLIND TASTE TEST with DJBBQ

BLIND TASTE TEST with DJBBQ

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Butternut Squash & Pancetta Penne

Butternut Squash & Pancetta Penne

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Blessed Mackerel

Blessed Mackerel

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Honey Ice Cream

Honey Ice Cream

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Speedy Linguine Carbonara feat. The Chiappa Sisters

Speedy Linguine Carbonara feat. The Chiappa Sisters

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Perfect Stuffed Rabbit with Gennaro

Perfect Stuffed Rabbit with Gennaro

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Spaghetti Con Vongole

Spaghetti Con Vongole

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Super Simple 5 Veg Penne - Gennaro Contaldo - #TBT

Super Simple 5 Veg Penne - Gennaro Contaldo - #TBT

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The Truffle Shuffle Pizza | Gennaro Contaldo

The Truffle Shuffle Pizza | Gennaro Contaldo

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Gennaro Makes Pumpkin Ravioli ay Parmigiano Reggiano | AD

Gennaro Makes Pumpkin Ravioli ay Parmigiano Reggiano | AD

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Sushi Style Pasta | Gennaro Contaldo

Sushi Style Pasta | Gennaro Contaldo

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10 years ago
Grey Mullet with Red Pepper | Gennaro Contaldo

Grey Mullet with Red Pepper | Gennaro Contaldo

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Mushroom Foraging Risotto | Gennaro Contaldo

Mushroom Foraging Risotto | Gennaro Contaldo

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Italian Salad with Black Rice | Gennaro Contaldo

Italian Salad with Black Rice | Gennaro Contaldo

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Sweet Rice & Ricotta Tart | Gennaro Contaldo

Sweet Rice & Ricotta Tart | Gennaro Contaldo

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Baked Trout with Mediterranean Veg

Baked Trout with Mediterranean Veg

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10 years ago
Tuna Risotto | Gennaro Contaldo

Tuna Risotto | Gennaro Contaldo

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Gennaro Contaldo | Parmigiano-Reggiano Documentary pt 1 of 5

Gennaro Contaldo | Parmigiano-Reggiano Documentary pt 1 of 5

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Silver Fish Parcels | Amalfi

Silver Fish Parcels | Amalfi

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11 years ago
Turkey Milanese with Gennaro - LIVE!

Turkey Milanese with Gennaro - LIVE!

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Veal Bites | Gennaro Contaldo

Veal Bites | Gennaro Contaldo

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Party Meatballs with Gennaro... LIVE!

Party Meatballs with Gennaro... LIVE!

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12 years ago
Mackerel al Carpione

Mackerel al Carpione

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11 years ago
St Paddy's Day Pasta

St Paddy's Day Pasta

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10 years ago
Endive Salad | Gennaro Contaldo

Endive Salad | Gennaro Contaldo

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Tuna Involtini with Fregola Salad | Gennaro Contaldo

Tuna Involtini with Fregola Salad | Gennaro Contaldo

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10 years ago
BUTTERNUT SQUASH PIZZA with Parma Ham

BUTTERNUT SQUASH PIZZA with Parma Ham

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11 years ago
Pasta Masterclass with Clarence Court Eggs | AD

Pasta Masterclass with Clarence Court Eggs | AD

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Curly Kale Pizza

Curly Kale Pizza

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11 years ago
Mushroom Foraging

Mushroom Foraging

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10 years ago
Italian Mulled Wine | Gennaro Contaldo

Italian Mulled Wine | Gennaro Contaldo

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Gennaro Contaldo | Braised Rabbit & Pumpkin Stew

Gennaro Contaldo | Braised Rabbit & Pumpkin Stew

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Gennaro's Omelette Challenge

Gennaro's Omelette Challenge

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11 years ago
Courgette and Mint Fritters Recipe

Courgette and Mint Fritters Recipe

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10 years ago
Seabass Salad

Seabass Salad

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11 years ago
Happy 69th Birthday Gennaro!

Happy 69th Birthday Gennaro!

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Sweet Pastry Biscuits

Sweet Pastry Biscuits

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11 years ago
For Antonio, my friend. | Lemon Pasta

For Antonio, my friend. | Lemon Pasta

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Gennaro at Parmigiano Reggiano – The Cheeseboard |AD

Gennaro at Parmigiano Reggiano – The Cheeseboard |AD

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4 years ago
Gennaro making pasta live.

Gennaro making pasta live.

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7 years ago
How to Shape Pasta | Behind the Scenes | Gennaro Contaldo

How to Shape Pasta | Behind the Scenes | Gennaro Contaldo

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Parmigiano Reggiano polenta baked eggs

Parmigiano Reggiano polenta baked eggs

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2 years ago
Mushroom Foraging & Risotto

Mushroom Foraging & Risotto

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6 years ago
Gennaro's New Book | Behind the Scenes Photoshoot

Gennaro's New Book | Behind the Scenes Photoshoot

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11 years ago
Sweet & Sour Pumpkin Bites

Sweet & Sour Pumpkin Bites

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10 years ago
Gennaro Q&A with Donal

Gennaro Q&A with Donal

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Live Q&A with me.

Live Q&A with me.

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SPRING TIME RISOTTO!!!

SPRING TIME RISOTTO!!!

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Gennaro and Jamie's Italian Cheese Burger

Gennaro and Jamie's Italian Cheese Burger

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