Martina has been a Pastry Chef and Cake Designer for the past eight in New York City. Born and raised in Rome, Italy, her passion for both food and art stems from her heritage. Her grandmother taught her to appreciate the simplicity of Italian cuisine, its flavors, and the cultural value associated with it. Her mother - a graphic designer and illustrator - has played a major influence encouraging her to apply creativity towards her cakes making them true works of art.