Meet The Chef
Nello Gioia
Named for the Piedmont city in Northern Italy, Ristorante Bergamo (Reese-tor-on-tay Bear-gah-moe) has been a destination for true Italian foodies since its much-anticipated opening in 1996. For over 23 years, Chef/Owner and native Bergamasco Nello Gioia has built a stellar reputation with his modern interpretation of classic Northern Italian cuisine. After a career as a textile chemist and sales rep took him around the globe, a stint as General Manager of his brother Elio's Key West restaurant, Bubbles, convinced Nello to follow his own dream of creating a modern Italian restaurant. Using fresh ingredients, homegrown organic herbs and an intrinsic knowledge of authentic flavors, Chef Nello has made his mark on the Southern culinary scene and beyond. His love of all tastes and culinary experiences from his native country make Ristorante Bergamo an oasis of European sensibilities in the charming city of Greenville, SC.
Featured Recipe: Osso Buco

