My Italian Heritage | Cawfee Tawk with Tara Cannistraci

This week on Cawfee Tawk, Tara Cannistraci dives into her Italian heritage and what it’s like to grow up as a woman from an ethnic family. While she’s technically white, Tara shares how her rich cultural background and vibrant family traditions make her feel worlds apart from the stereotypical “white girl” identity. Drawing parallels to My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Tara paints a picture of loud, lively family gatherings—roasting meat on the front lawn, sharing meals, and embracing the chaos. She takes us back to her childhood in the Bronx, where these unforgettable moments shaped her sense of identity and pride in her roots.

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Tara Cannistraci is an Italian-American comedian, actress, and writer, hailing from the vibrant streets of the Bronx, New York. Tara's talents have lit up the stage, television, film, and even centerfield as the scoreboard host for the New York Yankees.

Tara brought her unfiltered, humorous take on popular sports topics to SNY's Emmy award-winning television show “Oh Yeah,” where she both wrote for and featured in the series. Currently, she co-hosts the Chazz Palminteri Show podcast, captivating audiences with her honest insights and vivacious personality. She also co-produced and starred in We Stand Comedy's multi award-winning short film "The Chart” showcasing her versatility & misdirecting sense of humor.

On social media, Tara has gained a following by sharing the words and phrases she grew up hearing in her New York Italian neighborhood, resonating with people across the country. Her comedy album, “I'm Talkin' Here,” is a regular feature on Sirius XM.

Tara's new YouTube series, "Boroughbreds," features her doing hilarious on-the-street interviews throughout the New York boroughs, highlighting all things New York from common phrases to family owned businesses.

Tara has opened for comedy heavyweights like Josh Wolf, Joey Diaz and Vic DiBitetto, and now headlines shows across the U.S. and Canada. Her authenticity and wit continue to win over audiences wherever she performs!