With over 20 years experience, Marina Libia has established herself as an expert in the food and wine promotion business. Together with David Evans and Ian Parmenter she started the successful ABC Television food-show “Consuming Passions” in 1992, and worked as the production manager throughout its 10 years and 450 episodes of production.

Among many other notable achievements, Marina has been the Event Manager for Tasting Australia (an international food and wine event in Adelaide, South Australia) since 1996 and has been responsible for sourcing and coordinating the Australian chefs and produce for the G’Day USA event since 2003.

We couldn’t resist asking Marina for her favorite dinner menu recipes! Enjoy!

Appetizer: Italian Style Zucchini and Parmesan Soup

Entree: Spice Pork Braised with Prunes and Apricots

Dessert: Pear and Almond Flan