Welcome back to The Feminine Profiles podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Norton of Cucina Melissa to explore her inspiring journey from culinary school in Italy to building a thriving business centered around food, travel, and community. What started as a small pasta and pizza kit venture during the early days of COVID has grown into a sought-after culinary brand with an immersive Italian cooking school and a dedicated following!
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The evolution of Cucina Melissa from a passion project to a full-scale culinary brand.
How Melissa leveraged social media and influencer marketing to grow her business.
The importance of community and connection in Italian food culture.
The reality of entrepreneurship—burnout, resilience, and the power of delegation.
What goes into creating unforgettable cooking retreats in Italy.
Resources & Links:
Follow Melissa Norton on Instagram: @cucinamelissa
Learn more about Cucina Melissa and upcoming cooking retreats: cucinamelissa.com
Follow me on Instagram: @brookemackenzie____
Work with me: brookembaldwin.com