Lidia Bastianich, a name synonymous with Italian cuisine in America, has carved a niche for herself in the culinary world. Over the years, through her restaurants, television shows, cookbooks, and other ventures, Lidia has built not just a brand but an empire. This empire, undoubtedly, has added significant value to her net worth.

Her estimated net worth is believed to be around $16 million. This estimation comes from her diverse ventures, including her restaurants, TV shows, cookbooks, and her line of food products. It’s worth noting that net worth estimations can vary based on different sources and might change over time, given the dynamic nature of business ventures and the entertainment industry.

Lidia’s journey began in Istria, which was then part of Italy and later became a part of Croatia. After migrating to America with her family, she embarked on her culinary journey. What started as a small restaurant, Buonavia, in Queens, became the foundation for a series of successful culinary ventures.

Her footprint in the culinary landscape is vast. She co-owns several restaurants with her son, Joe Bastianich, including the acclaimed Felidia in Manhattan. Beyond her restaurants, Lidia has been a prominent figure on television with her cooking shows, which are syndicated worldwide. Add to that her series of cookbooks, which have been bestsellers and garnered her numerous accolades.

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