The Story Behind Debi Mazar Husband Restaurant

Have you ever wondered how a simple sauce video turns into a life that feeds a city and a show?

We invite you into a warm, behind-the-scenes look at how a shared love of food and family shaped a creative life. You’ll see how Gabriele Corcos and his wife turned kitchen rituals into the Extra Virgin show, a New York Times best-selling book, and a small Brooklyn spot that people still talk about.

In this intimate, interview-style piece we trace the couple's journey from Tuscany to New York. We explore the way everyday meals became rituals that give life meaning, and why a neighborhood breakfast-and-lunch concept captured hearts before closing at the right time.

You’ll leave with simple lessons for your own kitchen: choose seasonal ingredients, move with a calm pace, and keep flavor over fuss. We promise a warm, practical read that shows how love shows up in small moments—stirring a pot, sharing bread, and telling stories at the table.

Setting the table: inside an intimate conversation with Debi Mazar and Gabriele Corcos

One simple supper became the golden pause that held their day together. We sit with them at a small table and hear how that evening moment shaped daily life. The kitchen hums with routines that make cooking feel easy and warm.

The day-to-day rhythm of a family kitchen in the United States

Meals were practical and loving. The pantry held olive oil, vinegar, and staples for soups, farro, and ragù.

They baked sourdough every other day and shopped seasonal markets like Union Square. That approach cuts waste and keeps flavors true to the season.

How this interview explores passion, people, and Tuscan cuisine

We learned that cucina povera turns humble ingredients into soulful plates. Extra Virgin became more than a show; it was a way to center the family around food.

Through short rituals—simple prep, shared chopping, and warm bowls—they paced a busy life with calm and intention.

From Fiesole to Los Angeles to Brooklyn: how the couple’s story became “Extra Virgin”

A chance meeting in Florence set a long, creative arc from small cafés to television studios.

In 2001 they met amid music and street markets, married in 2002, and moved to the United States. A home video of a simple spaghetti sauce posted on the web sparked conversation and connection.

Meeting in Florence and moving to the United States: music, love, and a new way of life

Music threaded through their early days in Florence and later in Los Angeles and New York. Their shared taste and rhythm shaped daily meals.

They kept routines that felt like home even as they learned life in a new city.

“Under the Tuscan Gun”: the blog and web series that sparked a movement

In 2006 they launched Under the Tuscan Gun, a blog and a small web series that grew from viewer comments and real-time feedback.

That direct connection taught them how a simple kitchen moment can become a public conversation.

Cooking Channel’s first family: taking Extra Virgin from web to television

When the Cooking Channel launched in 2010, they were invited to host the first original show, Extra Virgin. The series ran for multiple seasons and reached audiences through Food Network platforms.

Over the years they balanced on-camera work with real meals, keeping warmth and humor at the center.

• Trace small starts: record honest moments.

• Let viewer feedback shape content over years.

• Keep music, love, and routine at the heart of the work.

debi mazar husband restaurant: the rise and evolution of The Tuscan Gun in Brooklyn

A small corner of Brooklyn became a classroom for Tuscan flavors and neighborhood rituals.

When The Tuscan Gun Officine Alimentari opened in May 2015 in Windsor Terrace, it focused on breakfast and lunch: espresso, fresh bakes, simple soups, farro bowls, and vegetable-forward plates. That daytime way fit the block—quick, affordable, and full of food you could eat every day.

Cucina povera and seasonal ingredients shaped a tight menu. A small kitchen and classic Tuscan food techniques let a compact team deliver big flavor without fuss.

The first three years were bright with energy. Over time, rising costs pushed operations toward rent, payroll, and volume. Passion met overhead; the couple chose to close in late 2017 even with a 2,200-person waitlist.

What guests really tasted

People lined up for a taste of home and heritage. The experience was as much about warmth and community as it was about plate composition.

• Short menus, fresh produce, and smart seasoning made simple things sing.

• Running a tiny city spot means balancing time, staff, and steady quality.

• Even with success, repeating the same service can pull you from your original why.

For a deeper look at their plans and future vision, see a profile on their culinary path here. The Tuscan Gun was a short-lived city experiment, but it left lessons for cooks, neighbors, and fans of extra virgin simplicity.

Beyond the kitchen: media, books, honors, and giving back

Their work moved beyond plates and into pages, screens, and community rooms across the city. We trace how one clear set of values—seasonality, simplicity, and care—found new audiences through books, broadcasts, and charity.

The Extra Virgin cookbook was released on May 6, 2014 and became a New York Times best seller in June 2014. That book brought approachable, seasonal recipes to more home cooks and extended the show’s reach beyond television.

From TV seasons to web and podcast projects

The Extra Virgin series ran for multiple seasons on Cooking Channel and aired internationally via Food Network. Extra Virgin Americana added eight episodes in early 2016, keeping family and culture front and center.

New formats, festivals, and public work

Gabriele Corcos launched Counter Talk Live and the Future Bites podcast in 2018, earning a VR Broadcast Award at CES and hosting a panel at SXSW. These projects show curiosity about how we will cook and eat next.

Giving back became central. The team competed on Food Network’s Chopped for Feeding America, joined Live Below the Line, and served on the Food Bank For New York City council. They hosted fundraising pop-up dinners that turned plates into real impact for people in need.

• Spotlight the cookbook and its practical recipes.

• Follow shows and series to learn storytelling techniques.

• Pick a small project, share your process, and learn as you go.

We see media as an extension of the kitchen: one more way to teach, encourage, and help a lot of home cooks feel confident.

What remains at the end of the day: a Tuscan way of life, future projects, and lasting flavors

The lasting lesson is simple: let love steer your cooking, and let time bring out flavor.

We close on a calm Tuscan way of life: seasonal ingredients, patient timing, and small rituals that make home meals matter. Gabriele Corcos plans a farm-driven hotel in Tuscany and a four-seasons book of recipes to help you cook one day at a time.

His pivot from the Tuscan Gun to immersive projects shows that the best hospitality is lived, not just served. We encourage you to shop local, keep a basic pantry, taste as you go, and let family and friends shape the table.

One last toast: good wine, good people, and simple food shared around a real table.