EMILIANO BERNASCONI

CURRENT ARMANI HOTEL DUBAI, BURJ KHALIFA

EXECUTIVE CHEF , May 2011 to Present

Nestled in Burj Khalifa, the worlds tallest building , Armani

Hotel Dubai lies at the epicentre of the city – Downtown

Dubai. Featuring a wide choice of Culinary options including

Japanese, Indian, Mediterranean and Authentic fine dining

Italian, Armani Hotel Dubai is a destination designed to

reflect the cosmopolitan nature of the City.

160 guest rooms and suites, 140 residence

11 Dining options.

Armani/Restaurant, Armani/Amal, Armani

/Hashi, Armani/Peck, Armani

/Lounge, Armani/Prive, Armani/Mediterraneo-Armani-

Oasi,Armani/Banqueting, Armani/IRD - Armani/Lounge

1 VIP Lounge having total of 2190 seating capacity

including events, 3 Retail Concept, SPA, 24 hours pool and

gym

Comprise of 160 Chefs and 50 Stewards

Vijay Anand – Executive Sous Chef Jitin Joshi – Indian Head Chef

Fabien Fayolle – Executive Pastry Chef Alessandro Salvatico - Italian Head Chef

Jin Chul Kim – Japanese Head Chef Marwan Ibrahim – Area Hygiene Manager

Pedro Baroso – Chef de Cuisine Putu Widarte – Chef de Cuisine

Fayez Al Jamous – Chef de Cuisine Francesco Dimonte – Chef de Cuisine

Rony Kristyanto – Chief Baker Ioannis Psalidakis – Sous Chef

Bruno Carvalho – Sous Chef Ashwani Kaw – Sous Chef

Kyeonghun Song – Sous Chef Fabio Nompleggio – Sous Chef

Adi Mori – Sous Chef Nuwan Kodagoda – Chief Butcher

Jeck Cardeno – Hygiene Officer Jeffrey Manahan – Assistant Chief Steward

THE TEAM

Armani/Ristorante draws on the rich gastronomic traditions of Tuscany and other Italian regions to provide classic and

authentic culinary delights. 124 seat capacity

Beef Tenderloin

Black Squid Ink Risotto Sardinian Fregola Iced Cremona Nougat

Carpaccio of Beef with

Radicchio

Sphere

ARMANI / RISTORANTE

DINING OPTIONS

SIGNATURE DISHES

Armani/Mediterraneo, offers a broad spectrum of popular and classis creations using the freshest regional

Mediterranean cuisine. 118 seat capacity

Seafood Tagine

Cold BuffetHot Buffet Dessert Buffet

Soft Shell Crab,

Tomato Gazpacho

Wood Fired Pizza

ARMANI / MEDITERRANEO

DINING OPTIONS

SIGNATURE DISHES

Armani/Amal, features fresh and innovative regional Indian cuisine, an extensive beverage list and selected teas.

Gather with friends to savour the true taste of Indian in an unforgettable setting. 118 seat capacity

Tandoor Monk Fish Indian Spices

Tandoor Achari Prawns Chili Fried Beef,

Fermented Lentils

Lucknawi aloo tikki

Kashmiri Lamb Shank,

Pickled Potatoes

DINING OPTIONS

ARMANI / AMAL SIGNATURE DISHES

Armani/Hashi, Japanese restaurant and lounge delivers imaginative twists to traditional and modern Japanese cuisine.

While enjoying your sushi, sashimi and authentic Japanese fare, enjoy the Panoramic terrace views of the iconic Dubai

fountain that help turn the dining experience into a delight for all the senses. 165 seat capacity, 75 bar capacity

Dinner

Hashi Sushi Sampler Black Cod Teriyaki Grilled Wagyu

ARMANI / HASHI SIGNATURE DISHES

DINING OPTIONS

Amachi with keta Miso Chilean Seabass Wagyu beef

Armani/Peck offers a wide range of fresh pastas and other products prepared before your eyes at the Tavola Fredda and

Tavola Calda – cold and hot counters. Signature Armani/Peck dishes are also ready-prepared and available for easy

take out. 98 Seats / Lunch & Dinner

Cheese Vitrine

Orecchiette

Pastry VitrineCold display

DINING OPTIONS

ARMANI / PECK SIGNATURE DISHES

Grilled Salmon with

Asparagus

Ossobuco Risotto

SIGNATURE DISHES

Armani/Lounge is the main gathering place within Armani Hotel Dubai offering light meals throughout the day.

Armani/Lounge is an exceptional place to enjoy an Italian style Aperitivo experience with friends at sunset. 77 seat

capacity

Carpaccio

Afternoon Tea PastriesManjari Chocolate Aperitivo Set up

DINING OPTIONS

ARMANI / LOUNGE

Foie gras Buffalo mozzarella

Armani/Prive lounge hosts the most exciting nights in Dubai. Meet and dance into the early hours to the vibrant beats of

the resident DJ as well as visiting and international guest DJ’s. 400 Seats / Bar and Lounge at Late Nights

Monday to Saturday: 10:00pm-03:00am

Sunday: Closed

Table Bar Set

Beluga caviar on iceSeafood sampler on ice Salmon on ice

DINING OPTIONS

ARMANI / PRIVE SIGNATURE DISHES

Oyster on ice Sevruga on ice

Breakfast and lunch a la carte international fine dining featuring daily specials. Evenings only for private events

DINING OPTIONS

ARMANI / OASI SIGNATURE DISHES

Balik salmon Shrimps macchroncini Veal ravioli

Scallop with celeriac short ribs Wagyu mini burger

A 24 hours exclusive and personalized dining experience from our International, Indian and Arabic a la carte menu. All

IRD is delivered with a special Armani designed trolley (cold/hot box), the traditional IRD trolley has been newly

invented and is used only for delivery and removed during guest dining. 160 Key / Suites & Rooms /140 Residences

Private dining on in room terraces with spectacular views of the fountains.

Caviar Set Up

Beef CarpaccioMushroom ravioli Manjari Chocolate

sponge

Saefood Tagine

ARMANI / IN ROOM DINING SIGNATURE DISHES

DINING OPTIONS

Egg Benedict

Tailored designer events in the most elegant venue in Dubai. From fashion shows, buffets, cocktails to formal set

dinners.

Large out door event Pavilion with show kitchens facing the spectacular fountain.

Food & Beverages offerings will be from all cuisines. State of the art show kitchen, mobile live cooking stations and

food displays. Seats up to 2000 in/outdoor and Event rooms on floor 1, 123, 152-156.

ARMANI / EVENTS

BANQUETING

VENUES

Armani/Pavillion Buffet

set up

Armani/Majilis

Armani/Pavillion

Outdoor Venue

Armani/Ballroom

Armani/BallroomEvents Room Set Up

Armani/Galleria presents the exclusive haute-couture fashion accessories from the Giorgio Armani Prive collection.

The boutique carries a range of handbags, watches, jewellery and perfumes and is the first and only place where

the Giorgio Prive Collection is available.

ARMANI / GALLERIA

RETAIL CONCEPTS

Armani/Fiori features fresh flower arrangements and exclusively designed vases by Giorgio Armani. Delight in the

signature flower: a simple yet elegant white rose. Flowers are available in the shop or can be delivered for

events, holidays or special occasions.

ARMANI / FIORI

RETAIL CONCEPTS

Armani/Dolci offers a sweet selection of artfully finished chocolates, delectable's spreads, honey and preserves from

Sicily, biscotti, praline-coated almonds and dragees, and a selection of fine teas, all elegantly wrapped and bearing

the unmistakable Armani signature.

ARMANI / DOLCI

RETAIL CONCEPTS

FOUR SEASONS GOLF CLUB DUBAI

Executive Chef July 2007 / July 2009

Restaurant Chef August 2006 – July 2007

Located within Dubai Festival City, adjacent to

the banks of Dubai's historic creek and only five

minutes from Dubai International Airport, Four

Seasons Golf Club combines exceptional golf

with a breathtaking retreat.

4 dining options, Spike, Quattro, Blades and

Tee Lounge and four distinct meeting and

catering areas.

PREVIOUS CAREER

Quattro provides an exceptional and traditional Italian dining experience for intimate and business occasions, either

in-doors or on Quattro’s terrace. Featured are contemporary interpretations of traditional Italian cuisine, authentic

offerings with emphasis on flavours from northern regions of Lombardia, Piemonte, Toscana, Emilia Romagna and

Veneto

Awarded in 2008 and 2009 Best Italian restaurant in Dubai from Timeout Dubai magazine

Ossobucco Canadian Lobster

Chocolate SphereAlmond crusted Seabass

DINING OPTIONS

QUATTRO SIGNATURE DISHES

Set beneath a soaring 27-metre (89-foot) glass blade, Blades offers contemporary flair in a spacious, open-plan

design. The menu focuses on Asian dishes, highlighting Middle Eastern and Asian cuisine.

The restaurant seats 68 indoors and 110 outdoors on the terrace, and is enhanced by views across The Lawn of the

cascading waterfalls of the ninth green.

Seafood Tajine Scallop Brochette

Sohour set upCrispy Shrimps

DINING OPTIONS

BLADES SIGNATURE DISHES

A casual all-day destination, perfect before or after a round of golf, Spikes overlooks the practice facilities and the

impressive Sheikh Zayed Road skyline. Choose from a diverse menu to enjoy a hearty or healthy breakfast, light or

substantial lunch, or delicious end-of-day refreshments. The restaurant seats 82 indoors and 92 outdoors on the

terrace.

Eggplant Millefuille

Vegetable Sandwich

Seafood Bar

Snacks

DINING OPTIONS

SPIKES SIGNATURE DISHES

.

Vegetable Sandwich

Mini chicken burger

DINING OPTIONS

THE TEE LOUNGE SIGNATURE DISHES

A stylish meeting place beneath the atrium's swirling glass roof, The Tee Lounge is ideal for a drink before dinner or for

a casual snack. The informal yet exclusive atmosphere welcomes social get-togethers or informal business meetings,

90 seating

Orange cheese cake

Tapas selection

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL CANARY

WHARF

Restaurant Chef

May 2001-August 2006

The elegant 10-storey Four Seasons Hotel London at

Canary Wharf offers a stunning setting for corporate

gatherings, social events and private dinners. Quietly

exclusive, the 142 guest rooms and suites are among

the largest of their kind in the city. Four Seasons

offers stylish dining in an intimate setting, gracious

function venues for up to 230 guests and private

access to one of the finest spas in London. Within

this vibrant new quarter of London, Four Seasons is

an intimate retreat – conveniently located to access

the best of London’s future, present and past.

Quadrato/Restaurant, Quadrato/Bar

PREVIOUS CAREER

Modern Italian cuisine complemented with seasonal menus, weekly specials, innovative desserts and a children's

menu 130 seat capacity, serving breakfast , lunch dinner and cater for in room dining .

Risotto milanese

Tomato crusted beef tenderloin

Tuna loin

DINING OPTIONS

QUADRATO SIGNATURE DISHES

Scallop tagliolini

Bar Quadrato features Italian specialties, light meals, cocktails and refreshments in a contemporary setting. 30 Seat

capacity.

Melon GaspachoFoie Grais

Oyster shooter

DINING OPTIONS

BAR QUADRATO SIGNATURE DISHES

Cheese fondue

With Hollywood star Tom Cruise taken while he was filming

Mission Impossible IV in Armani Hotel Dubai…

With Mr. Giorgio Armani and rest of the Culinary team …

PICTURE

Timeout Dubai award 2013 best Italian and Indian restaurant

During cooking television coverage

During cooking show

Studio One show