Desirée Ruberti, also known as BlackstoneBetty, is a passionate home chef, content creator, and the fiery personality behind the griddle at Blackstone Products. As the host of Family Style with BlackstoneBetty, she brings flavor, flair, and feel-good vibes to kitchens and backyards everywhere. Known for “zhooshing up” everyday recipes, dishing out clever tips, and infusing everything she does with heart, Betty inspires home cooks of all skill levels to fire up their griddles and create meals that bring people together. From nostalgic family favorites to bold new bites, her crave-worthy creations are rooted in confidence, creativity, and connection. Off the griddle, BlackstoneBetty plays a key role in the griddle community as one of the leaders of the Blackstone Griddle Crew ambassador program, where she thrives at mentoring, encouraging, and empowering fellow creators. A proud Philly native, devoted mom, and loud-and-proud Italian-American, she credits her tight-knit family and heritage for sparking her lifelong love of food. Through this cookbook, she invites you to join her at the griddle—where the sizzle is constant, the food is full of soul, and every dish is served family style.
