Alessando is a self-taught chef born in Molfetta, a small city located in South Italy. He describes his cuisnes as a blend of Italian and Mediterranean. For several years Alessandro ran his own restaurant in Italy before deciding to travel to the United States.
Moving to New York four years ago to gain experience & explore different ideas in the world of culinary was the biggest step in his career. Since then, he's worked with all types of italian cuisine in well known restaurants  like, Masseria, Gradisca, Uva, Fresco by Scotto and many more.
Finally, he found a place that inspired him the most, and is now the Executive Chef for a famous  restaurant called Gabriel’s located in Manhattan. Gabriel’s open to everyone & anyone who craves real italian home made food!

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"Photo by Francesco Sapienza"