Lifestyle  Food & Drink

Gold Medal-Worthy Meals: Chef Marcia Smart Showcases Italian-Inspired Beef Recipes Ahead of the Olympics

Chef and influencer Marcia Smart joined us to discuss Italian-inspired beef dishes, nutrition for active lifestyles, and how global events shape home cooking.

February 12, 2026 02:22 PM • 
Marion Kirkpatrick, RFD NEWS STAFF

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (RFD NEWS) — As the Winter Olympics unfold in Italy, athletes and home cooks alike are looking for ways to fuel performance and creativity in the kitchen. Beef, known for its high-quality protein and key nutrients, remains a staple for supporting muscle health and energy.

Chef and influencer Marcia Smart joined us on Thursday’s Market Day Report from the “Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner” Culinary Center to showcase Italian-inspired beef dishes to highlight how global events can influence what people cook at home.

In her conversation with RFD NEWS, Smart also discusses beef’s role in a balanced diet and the specific nutrients
in support of strength and energy that help fuel active lifestyles.

Looking for more culinary inspiration? Tune in tonight to watch an all-new episode of Twisted Skillet, featuring Texas cowboy and Chef Sean Koehler, only on RFD Network and streaming on RFD+

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Marion Kirkpatrick
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Marion is a digital content manager for RFD News and FarmHER + RanchHER. She started working for Rural Media Group in May 2022, bringing a decade of digital experience in broadcast media and some cooking experience to the team.

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