Chef Patrick Mulvaney discusses culinary traditions in Turin

Sacramento-based chef and restaurateur Patrick Mulvaney participated in the Terra Madre Salone del Gusto events in Turin, discussing the intersection of food, territory, and culture. Mulvaney, owner of Mulvaney’s B&L, highlighted the agricultural diversity of California and its similarities to Italian food culture.

Mulvaney emphasized a culinary philosophy centered on seasonal ingredients, noting that his restaurant menus are created daily based on what local farmers provide. Regarding the concept of tradition, he remarked that traditions are essentially “innovations that have become established,” suggesting that culinary heritage requires daily investment and evolution.