 Throughout the 70s and 80s "Mama" was a popular caterer of exclusive events in San Francisco and the Napa Valley, and she enjoyed occasional appearances cooking on regionally broadcast television programs in the Bay Area.Herb Caen, a daily columnist for the "San Francisco Chronicle", mentioned "Mama" often for her charitable work and appearances.She was featured for her culinary expertise in "Sunset", "Gourmet", and "San Francisco" magazines.