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Our Culinary Team

The Masters of Cucina

Expertise honed across Italy. Every dish reflects our commitment to seasonal ingredients, traditional techniques, and warm hospitality.

Chef Marco Valenti
Tuscany & Emilia-Romagna

Executive Chef

Chef Marco Valenti

“true Italian cooking is a dialogue between the earth, the season, and the soul of the kitchen.”
Signature Specialties

Hand-Folded Tortellini in Brodo • Wood-Roasted Bistecca

Chef Elena Conti
Sicily & Amalfi Coast

Head Pastry Chef

Chef Elena Conti

“The balance of citrus, almond, and cream is the heartbeat of a perfect Italian finish.”
Signature Specialties

Amalfi Lemon Tart • Sicilian Pistachio Gelato

Heritage Sourdough

Cultivated daily using stone-ground Italian grains.

Estate Olive Oils

Cold-pressed harvest from our partner Tuscan groves.

Culinary Excellence

Awarded for our commitment to authentic regional craft.

Our Culinary Approach

From Farm to Table, Crafted with Tradition

Experience the essence of CUCINA. We honor Italian heritage, transforming seasonal bounty into dishes that celebrate the warmth of a shared table.

Chef hand rolling fresh pasta dough on a wooden board
Step 01
Artisan Method
Sfoglia al Mattarello
Hand-Rolled Pasta
Each morning, our chefs knead organic semolina and farm-fresh eggs on smooth beechwood boards for perfect texture.
100% Bronze-Die & Hand Cut→
Basket of fresh heirloom tomatoes and seasonal herbs
Step 02
Tuscan Sourcing
Materia Prima
Seasonal Harvest
Sun-ripened tomatoes, cold-pressed oils, and DOP cheeses arrive daily from our partner farms across the Italian coast.
Locally & Ethically Harvested→
Glowing embers inside a traditional stone wood-fired oven
Step 03
Oak Hearth Fire
Fuoco Antico
Wood-Fired Grill
Our masonry oven burns seasoned olive wood, roasting meats and vegetables at high heat for a distinct smoky finish.
850° F Native Wood Heat→
Sommelier pouring Italian red wine into crystal glass
Step 04
Cellar Selection
Vino & Tradizione
Regional Pairings
Curated vintage Chianti, crisp Sicilian whites, and aged Barolos poured to complement every seasonal dish we serve.
Over 80 Italian Cellar Labels→

Experience our seasonal menu

Join us at CUCINA for an authentic dining experience crafted with passion.