Fabio
Eliminated, Week 13
Age: 30
Hometown: Florence, Italy. He currently resides in Moorpark,
Calif.
Profession: Owner, Café Firenze Italian Restaurant and
Martini Bar
Culinary education: IPSSAR Aurelio Saffi, Hotel and
Restaurant Management School in Florence, Italy
Favorite simple summer recipe: Seared black sea bass,
heirloom tomato and purple basil with extra virgin olive oil
Fabio is the owner and executive chef of Café Firenze Italian Restaurant and
Martini Bar, one of the most recognized restaurants in Ventura County. Born and
raised in Florence, Italy, he has traveled across Europe and is trained in
classic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. He incorporates Italian, French and
Spanish influences in his dishes and believes that cooking is a craft. He is
currently working on opening the Firenze4Kids Foundation, which will emphasize
the promotion of health and wellness for kids through good nutrition. He
recently launched kidshealthcafe.com, the largest informative resource library
available online, designed to enhance a healthy and safe lifestyle for children.
Additionally, Fabio also works as William Shatner's private chef.
(Bravo)
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