Bruno Barbieri: a renowned chef with a heart of gold

19/06/2024

Bruno Barbieri, born in Medicina, is an Italian chef, television host and entrepreneur. He is known for his lively personality and his passion for cooking, which is reflected in his dishes full of flavor and creativity. But in addition to his undoubted culinary skills, Barbieri is also a person of great humanity, elegance and beauty of soul.

The man behind the Chef


Barbieri is much more than just a chef. He is a man who was able to combine his passion for cooking with a profound sense of humanity and respect for others. His elegance is not limited to his physical appearance or his cooking style, but is also reflected in his way of being and relating to others. His beauty of soul is manifested in his generosity, his ability to listen and his desire to share his passion with the world.

A journey to discover Malta


Recently, Barbieri undertook a culinary and historical-cultural journey to the island of Malta, in the company of his great friend and Maltese chef Marvin Gauci. This trip, documented in a series of videos on his YouTube channel, was an opportunity for Barbieri to discover the beauties of Malta and deepen his knowledge of Maltese cuisine, thanks to Gauci's expert guidance.

During the trip, Barbieri and Gauci visited various iconic places in the Maltese archipelago, including the capital Valletta, and had the opportunity to taste and prepare several local culinary specialties. This experience has allowed Barbieri to further enrich his culinary repertoire and to share the wonders of Malta with his audience.

Bruno Barbieri is undoubtedly a chef of renowned fame, but he is also a man of great humanity and beauty of soul. His passion for cooking, his elegance and his respect for others make him a reference figure in the world of gastronomy. His trip to Malta, together with his friend Marvin Gauci, is just the latest example of how Barbieri is always looking for new experiences and knowledge to share with his audience. And we can't wait to find out what his next adventures will be.




The beginnings

His passion for cooking was passed on to him from his grandmother, while his mother, who worked in the textile sector, passed on to him her love for fashion.

After graduating from the hotel school in Bologna, Barbieri began his culinary career working as a second chef on cruise ships. This experience allowed him to learn about the culinary cultures of different nations.

Upon his return to Italy, he worked in small places on the Romagna Riviera as a chef de match. After having attended several specialization courses, including abroad, Barbieri began working at the Locanda Solarola in Castel Guelfo. In just two years, the restaurant has earned two Michelin stars.

Subsequently, Barbieri worked at the Il Trigabolo restaurant in Argenta, under the guidance of chef Igles Corelli. During this period, he had the opportunity to cook for Andy Warhol and the restaurant received two Michelin stars.

Over the course of his career, Barbieri has received a total of 7 Michelin stars, becoming one of the most internationally recognized Italian chefs. Despite his many successes, Barbieri has never stopped seeking new experiences and knowledge, as evidenced by his recent culinary trip to

Malta.


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His past at MasterChef Italia

Bruno Barbieri is a reference figure in the television program "MasterChef Italia".

He has been one of the judges of the famous cooking show since 2011, and is the only judge to have participated in all editions of the program. Over the years, he has been supported by many other important personalities of the caliber of Carlo Cracco, Antonino Cannavacciuolo, Antonia Klugmann, Giorgio Locatelli and Joe Bastianich.

Barbieri is much loved by the public at home and is undoubtedly considered the most severe and feared judge. His lively personality and rigorous approach made the program even more interesting and engaging.

In addition to "MasterChef Italia", Barbieri was also the protagonist of the spin-off programs that have appeared alongside each other over the years, such as "Junior MasterChef Italia" and "MasterChef All Stars Italia".

During the episodes of "MasterChef Italia", Barbieri had the opportunity to share his vast experience and culinary knowledge with the contestants, guiding and challenging them to improve their skills in the kitchen. He also presented several recipes, which were greatly appreciated by the public.

Bruno Barbieri's path to "MasterChef Italia" was an extraordinary journey, which allowed the chef to share his passion for cooking with millions of viewers. His presence on the program certainly contributed to its success and popularity.

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Barbieri is known for his attention to the quality of ingredients, quick cooking techniques and careful presentation of dishes. He has opened various restaurants, including the "Arquade" in San Pietro in Cariano, in the province of Verona, and has written numerous cookbooks.

His charismatic personality and his approach to cooking have contributed to making him one of the most loved chefs in Italy.


This is how it's done!

"That's how it's done!" is a book that collects 75 "top" recipes from chef Bruno Barbieri's popular YouTube column. These recipes were created specifically to be accessible even to those who are not very familiar with the kitchen.

The recipes in the book are varied and cover a wide range of tastes and culinary traditions. It ranges from street food to traditional dishes of regional Italian cuisine, through ethnic recipes to Sunday classics.

Some examples of recipes in the book include riso e bisi, imperial soup ramen with parmesan and truffle, bruschetta panettone with confit salmon and tomato salad, and gorgonzola lasagnetta.

The book was published by Cairo on November 21, 2023. It consists of 224 pages and the dimensions are 17.6 x 2.6 x 23.7 cm. The book is available in both Kindle and hardcover formats.

"That's how it's done!" is a book that offers a wide range of accessible and delicious recipes, ideal for both novice and experienced cooks. With his recipes, Bruno Barbieri shares the secrets for simple but at the same time refined cuisine, guaranteeing success in the kitchen.


His modus operandi is based on the combination of high quality ingredients, innovative cooking techniques and careful presentation of the dishes. This, along with his lively personality and passion for sharing his culinary knowledge, has contributed to his success as both a chef and a television personality. But the thing that is evident, we reiterate, is that his charisma comes first of all; a man who was able to combine his passion for cooking with a profound sense of humanity, humility and respect for others. His elegance is not limited to his physical appearance or his cooking style, but is also reflected in his way of being and relating to others. His beauty of soul is manifested in his generosity, his ability to listen and his desire to share his passion with the world.




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