Culinary sensation Chef Ricardo set to take the helm of French Favourite – Bagatelle
Dubai -:Already proving to be a culinary sensation, Portuguese Chef Ricardo Goncalves brings his unique energy and gastronomic flair to the exhilarating kitchen of Bistrot Bagatelle. Chef Ricardo has garnered 12 years of experience working in Portugal, France and the UAE, with his sights now set on Bagatelle where he will be responsible of a brigade of 18.
Chef Ricardo’s love for cooking began at an early age, dating back to when hed help his grandma in her kitchen in Portugal. At 16, he took a summer job at one of the busiest restaurants in his hometown. Enthralled by the environment of a bustling kitchen and quickly developing a love for fresh produce, Chef Ricardo then moved to France where he lived and worked for three years. During that time, he graduated from Montpellier Culinary School and undertook an internship in the kitchen of Chef Pierre Auge at the famousLa Maison de Petit Pierre.
In search of new pastures after holding several roles in fine-dining French restaurants, Chef Ricardo joined the Dubai culinary scene withCocktail Kitchenin 2016. He oversaw and managed the kitchen during the restaurants transition toAxe House. Chef Ricardo created a menu that paid homage to British classics from Londons foodie hotspots such as Shoreditch and Borough Market.
FromAxe House, Chef Ricardo moved toZabeel House in the Greens by Jumeirahfollowed by a short spell atLa Carnitain the Dubai Marina. Yet the Chef couldn’t resist his French culinary roots, and found himself”back home”by joining Bistrot Bagatelle. 18 months later and promotion to Head Chef, Chef Ricardo can be found producing his favourite creations such asCrudo de Sriole la Truffe NoireandLinguini au Homard Epicewith his fine team of chefs, serving the discerning diners of Bagatelle.
Similar to Chef Ricardo, Bagatelle is designed to reflect classic Parisian elements an excellent dining atmosphere, great energy and the ultimate”joie de vivre”.
Location:BistrotBagatelle is located on the 1st floor of The Fairmont Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Center Area
Reservations:Call +971 4 354 5035 or emailreservation@bistrotbagatelledubai.com
Timings:Open daily from 8 PM -Late