Giuseppe Stromboli has become the ultimate digital mascot for culinary gatekeeping and humorous Italian stereotypes. Often depicted as a passionate chef reacting in horror to unconventional food pairings, the meme thrives on the tension between traditional cooking and modern 'food crimes' like putting ranch on pizza or breaking spaghetti before boiling it. The character embodies the exaggerated persona of a man whose cultural heritage is personally insulted by kitchen shortcuts. It gained significant traction across TikTok and Reddit, where creators use the template to call out bizarre viral recipes, making it a staple for foodies and internet users who enjoy a bit of dramatic, Italian-inspired flair.