David Rocco
Trailblazing international celebrity chef David Rocco breaks down cultural barriers by uniting people through the love of sharing a great meal. David brings his passion for food, travel, and adventure to millions of homes worldwide through his hit television programs David Rocco’s Dolce Vita, Dolce India, Dolce Africa, and Dolce Southeast Asia. He is also the author of three internationally bestselling cookbooks and owner of Bar Aperitivo, an authentic Italian wine bar. Whether he’s hosting unique events or partnering with world-renowned brands, David brings his unique Italian flare to everything he does.
David’s programs are seen in over 150 countries around the world, airing on National Geographic People, Fox Life, Food Network, Cooking Channel, BBC Food, Hola! TV, and TLN. In addition to his own shows, David can be seen on television’s Donut Showdown, where he was the lead judge, Iron Chef America, and Top Chef Canada. Most recently, he appeared opposite celebrity chef Nicholas Tse in the premiere season of Celebrity Chef: East vs. West on Fox Life Asia, and in Top Chef Middle East with host Bobby Chin.
Named one of “Canada’s Top Ten Style Makers” by Flare magazine, David has also authored three internationally bestselling cookbooks: David Rocco’s Dolce Famiglia and the award-winning David Rocco’s Dolce Vita and Made in Italy. Each features many of David’s favourite easy-to-follow, classic Italian recipes and showcase his philosophy that elegant and impressive cooking can still be quick and simple.
In 2020, David opened Bar Aperitivo, an authentic Italian wine bar located in downtown Toronto that offers tapas made fresh daily, along with a suite of Italian wines. This includes David’s own vintage, David Rocco’s Dolce Vita, which offers three varietals: Prosecco, Chianti, and Pinot Grigio.
As a top media personality, influencer, and famous television chef, David is regularly featured in prominent media, including the Globe and Mail, National Post, Toronto Star, Hello!, enRoute, Food & Drink, and Chatelaine, as well as Global, CTV, and CBC. He is also the recipient of numerous awards and accolades including a Gourmand Award and a Taste Canada Award.
