Relationship short Statistics of Erminia Matticchio
| What is Erminia Matticchio marital status ? ( married,single, in relation or divorce): | Married |
|---|---|
| How many children does Erminia Matticchio have ? (name): | 7 Children |
| Is Erminia Matticchio having any relationship affair ?: | No |
| Is Erminia Matticchio Lesbian ? | No |
Erminia Motika was famously known for being the mother of celebrity chef, Lidia Bastianich. The American-Italian popular TV personality passed away on February 14, 2021, on Sunday.
Is The Mother of Lidia Bastianich Still Alive?
Erminia Motika was born in Pola, Italy on January 23, 1921, to parents Giovanni and Rosa (Smilovich) Pavichievaz. Erminia grew up in Italy before moving to the States. And, growing up, she became an elementary school teacher. As for her marriage, Erminia married Victor Motika on September 21, 1941, at Our Lady of Mercy in Pola. Her husband passed away on October 2, 1980.
Family of Erminia Motika. SOURCE: Pinterest
Erminia Matticchio grew popular as the mother of celebrity chef, Lidia Bastianich. Erminia also had a son named Franco Motika alongside Lidia. Lidia’s mother died peacefully at her New York home at the age of 100 years old in February 2021. Her funeral was held in Hopewell Junction, New York.
Erminia Motika with her celebrity chef daughter Lidia Bastianich. SOURCE: PinterestCheck out the clip of Erminia Matticchio singing in Italian!
Erminia's Net Worth
Erminia Motika along with her husband started their own business ventures together. And, their ethics inspired their daughter Lidia to become an Italian-American celebrity chef, television host, author, and restaurateur who is famous for her show, Lidia's Kitchen.
In addition, Erminia's daughter who specializes in Italian cuisine bags a net worth of $16 million. Lidia has established her own shows, including "Lidia's Italy" (2007-2010), "Lidia Celebrates America" (2011-2018), and "Lidia's Kitchen" (2013-2020).
Erminia Motika with her family. SOURCE: Pinterest Not to mention, Lidia who wrote several cookbooks also owns several Italian restaurants across the U.S., including Manhattan's Becco and Del Posto. Erminia's grandchildren Tanya and Joe are her business partners of Lidia. Undoubtedly, Erminia lived a peaceful and content life with her family.
Erminia Motika: Quick Facts
- Erminia Motika was born in Pola, Italy.
- She was an elementary school teacher.
- Her nickname is Nonna Mima.
- Predeceased by her granddaughter, Christina Motika, in 1976; and her sister, Lidia Fonio, in 2001.
- Owned several Italian restaurants in the U.S.
- Fluently spoke Italian.
- Former mother-in-law of Joe Bastianich.
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Erminia Matticchio Children
SON : Franco Motika
Father: Victor MotikaFranco Motika is the son of Erminia Matticchio married to his wife Margaret and shares one son named Joseph Bastianich.
DAUGHTER : Tanya Manuali
Father: Victor MotikaTanya Manuali is married to Corrado of NYC and is the daughter of Erminia Matticchio and Victor Motika.
SON : Paul Motika
Father: Victor MotikaPaul Motika married to his wife Caroline of Lake Oswego, OR and is son of Erminia Matticchio and her husband Victor Motika.
DAUGHTER : Estelle Loren
Father: Victor MotikaEstelle Loren married to her husband Gus of Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, and is the daughter of Erminia Matticchio and Victor Motika.
SON : Eric Motika
Father: Victor MotikaEric Motika is another son of Erminia Matticchio and her husband Victor Motika.
SON : Eric Motika
Father: Victor MotikaEric Motika is another son of Erminia Matticchio and her husband Victor Motika.
SON : Joshua Motika
Father: Victor MotikaJoshua Motika is the one of the son of Erminia Matticchio and Victor Motika.
