Salvatore Barcellona. Salvatore Barcellona.

Dubai’s Media Rotana Hotel has appointed Salvatore Barcellona as the new head chef at Prego’s.

Born and raised in Sicily, the Italian national brings several years of hospitality experience to his new role.

Barcellona began his career at upscale restaurants in Italy, before leaving the country in 2011.

He moved to the UAE and joined Radisson Blu Yas Island as head chef at the hotel’s Italian restaurant.

At Media Rotana, Barcellona will create new dishes at Prego’s while maintaining the restaurant’s high standards and individualistic flare.

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