Antonio Matarazzo, despite having left Avellino many years ago, continues to be an unforgettable
presence in everyone's heart. His contagious smile and his kindness have become an integral part of the
memories of those who knew him. Despite the distance, Antonio maintains strong ties with his land and
His spirit is reflected in his entrepreneurial career and his ability to leave a positive mark on
everyone he meets. Son of a retired Carabinieri Marshal, Antonio is deeply attached
to his Avellino roots and above all to his grandmothers Anna and Emma, custodians of authentic values that have
shaped his identity. His adolescence, spent in the classrooms of the scientific high school in Avellino, was a
carefree period animated by sincere friendships, school commitments and lots of laughter in front of the legendary Bar
Tony. He moved to Perugia, where he attended the Faculty of Economics and Commerce and supported himself through his studies.
organizing evenings and events in places frequented by foreign students, making use of his skills
linguistic. Here he meets love, Daniela, a beautiful American girl of Brazilian origin. Their
love story blossoms and consolidates over time, culminating in the joy of becoming a family. From
From this love Luca and Stella were born, a pair of twins who further enriched their lives.
Stella herself was Antonio's muse when naming his restaurants. After graduating,
young entrepreneur decides to move to London to improve his knowledge of English in a
Business School, but the call of love is strong, you know, and Antonio decides to move to the USA, where the
His partner returns after her studies in Italy. In Washington DC he begins his career as a manager in a
well-known hotel chain and later in a renowned beer company, allowing him to travel
coast to coast, from Los Angeles to Miami.
His story takes a culinary turn when he meets Matthew VeninI, a highly talented chef from Lecco. In 2019, they opened their first pizzeria restaurant. Starlet in the Union Market neighborhood in Washington DC, but the Covid-19 pandemic arrived ten months after opening. Antonio and Matteo were undaunted and got creative, introducing vending machines for sauces and pasta, investing in the brand image and packaging for their takeout products. Their determination and creativity paid off handsomely, and in 2020 they opened a new location in Arlington, in Virginia, followed by a third location in A.D, a K Street. Antonio Matarazzo is a skilled PR man and stands out for his ability to organize engaging events in his restaurants, collaborating with various groups of Italians living in the capital. If Italians adore him, Americans revere him. Accustomed to good Italian cuisine thanks to their increasingly frequent visits to our country, they have found in Stellina all the qualities they appreciate on their travels.
Italy is a constant source of inspiration for Antonio and he wants to make the’Irpinia at the
population overseas. Convinced that his homeland can offer a unique experience, he intends
Promote the authenticity of food and wine traditions and the beauty of its surroundings. With a decade-long
experience in the restaurant world makes you wonder: does Antonio know how to cook? The answer is obvious: if the
He's very good at it. Raised by a mother and two grandmothers who were excellent cooks, he learned the art of pasta making.
homemade since his youth, dedicating his Sundays to preparing gnocchi and fusilli together with
women of his family. His culinary skill stands out especially in Roman first courses, where he confirms
An expert in carbonara and cacio e pepe. In short, it's hard to find fault with this talented chef.
Boy. Maybe just one: never ask him to cook for more than eight people! We forgive him.
calmly this slight lack, since Antonio has demonstrated that with passion, dedication and
resilience, it is possible to transform challenges into opportunities. Today the young entrepreneur is more than a
distant compatriot; he is an ambassador of his affections and his Irpinia cordiality in Washington. His
history shows that, even when oceans separate, genuine bonds and warm smiles can
overcome any distance.
