Introducing Nonna Pia, the endearing Italian grandmother who captured the hearts of millions on TikTok with her authentic and mouthwatering Italian recipes. Known as Pia Quaglieri, she has become an internet sensation, affectionately called Nonna Pia by her adoring fans worldwide.
Hailing from their warm and inviting New Jersey home, Nonna Pia’s culinary skills have taken the internet by storm, offering a delightful glimpse into the heart and soul of traditional Italian cooking. As we dive into some fun facts, we’ll uncover the secrets behind her delectable dishes and the warm spirit that has made her an online sensation like no other.
1. Nonna Pia is the Italian grandmother who went viral on TikTok, thanks to her grandson Antonio. She grew up in Rome, Italy and now lives in Edison, New Jersey. Nonna Pia has 8 grandchildren and great grandchildren, though lives with her grandson Antonio, his brother, mother and father.
2. Her love of cooking comes from her roots in Italy. Everything she makes is homemade! Nonna Pia can often be seen kneading huge mounds of dough to make her delicious pasta and bread. She makes everything from pasta, pizza, meatballs, breads, and more!
3. If you ever saw her videos, you may have heard her sing the Mr. Clean theme song, talk about the swiffer and talk about her favorite supermarket. It is well known that Nonna Pia prefers Shop Rite over other supermarkets and buys their Bowl & Basket brand products.
4. Her real name is Pia Quaglieri. She is currently 86 years old as of 2023. Her birthday is on April 20, 1937.
5. When August hits, it is tomato making season! The whole family including aunts, uncles, cousins, children, and grandchildren come together to make their own sauce. They jar their own homemade tomato sauce every August and use it throughout the year. Don’t be fooled when you see the huge glass jars of sauce in Pia’s kitchen, it’s actually her own!
6. Pia is still quite surprised when she gets recognized out and about around her area. She can’t wrap her head around the fact that she has so many fans online, but she is so thrilled by it.
7. After Nonna Pia creates her delicious meals in the kitchen, cleans it, and the whole house, she is ready to relax. In the evening, she enjoys sitting down with her family on the couch to watch some of their favorite game shows.
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