Bernadette Tarantino was named "Italian American of the Year" for 2022. The Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA) Fratellanza Garibaldina Lodge #1627 honored her and presented her with a plaque at the organization's 90th Anniversary Dinner Dance in San Diego on Saturday, November 5th.

For more than 40 years, Bernadette Tarantino has worked in sales for her family business, Tarantino Wholesale Foods-curating and distributing a fine selection of products-especially the delicious sausages the family name has become known for locally and abroad.