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