Marco Garfagnini has been appointed Executive Chef at Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Garfagnini, the new Michelin-starred executive chef brings with him an illustrious career in fine dining and a passion for culinary innovation. Originally from Tuscany's Carrara province, Garfagnini honed his craft through experiences in Paris, London, and New York. At just 29, he earned his first Michelin star for his restaurant, Ristorante Ninan, in Carrara. He is known for his innovative Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, blending flavours of Northern Italy and the French Riviera.
Garfagnini has a well-established presence in the UAE's culinary landscape, having previously served as executive chef at Jumeirah Al Naseem and Burj Al Arab in Dubai. Additionally, he collaborated with renowned chef Pierre Gagnaire as executive chef de cuisine across all his restaurants, including the two-Michelin-starred Piero TT at Les Airelles in Courchevel.
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