"Chef Roberto Donna has practically become a national treasure..." Phyllis C. Richman The Washington Post
From Piedmont Region in Italy.
Experience: Restaurants throughout Italy, England, France, Switzerland and the U.S.A..
Current Activities: Chef/Owner
Galileo - Washington DC
I Matti - Washington DC
Pesce - Washington DC
Il Radicchio - Washington DC
Il Pane - Washington DC
Arucola - Washington DC
Awards and Achievements: Finalist: The James Beard Awards 1991-95 ( The James Beard House )
Finalist: Restaurateur of the Year 1992 - 94 - Restaurant Assoc. of Metropolitan Washington
Winner: Restaurateur of the Year, 1995 - Restaurant Assoc. of Metropolitan Washington
Food Style: Tradional and regional Italian flavors emphasizing simplicity and freshness.
Signature dishes: Composition of Potato & Goose liver with Eggplant & Shallots marinated in Vinegar & Cumin.
Braised Beef Angolotti in a Barolo Wine Sauce, served with a small Onion Tart.
Tomato Risotto with Monkfish & Eggplant
