PBS cooking star heads for Genesee

Lidia Bastianich, the Emmy Award-winning host of PBS cooking shows "Lidia's Kitchen" and "Lidia's Italy," appears Jan. 15 at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan with a conversation and storytelling event celebrating Italian food.

The show is at 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15. Tickets run from $37.50 to $75, with a special VIP package available.

Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7. Call (847) 263-6300 or visit geneseetheatre.com.

- Scott C. Morgan