10. Michele Spadone
Italian
Head chef, Aubaine Restaurants
Growing up in the South of Italy in Genzano di Lucania, Michele Spadone was always surrounded by the freshest, quality produce. Today, this is of key importance to the chef who runs his kitchen based on the seasonality of ingredients.
Spadone took on the role of head chef at Aubaine’s first international location in The Dubai Mall. His hard work and resilience paid off when he was awarded 'Head Chef of the Year - Independent Outlet' at the Caterer Middle East Awards in May 2017.
Aubaine has continued to establish itself as a destination for casual-yet-elegant French dining in the Dubai food scene. The chef cites his biggest challenge as keeping standards high while being innovative. The chef’s main objective is to never get the basics wrong. With a second Aubaine in City Walk joining the Dubai Mall outlet in the emirate, further growth is on the cards for the brand in the region.
NUMBERS GAME...
Number of years in the company: 07
Number of years working in the Middle East: 02
Number of years working in the F&B industry: 12
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