Born on April 20, 1991 in Chiusi, in the province of Siena, he grew up with the ambition of becoming a chef. After attending hospitality school in Chianciano Terme (SI) at the renowned Pellegrino Artusi Institute, he immediately began working.
First with Filippo Germasi at the Zafferano restaurant in Città della Pieve (PG), where he deepened his knowledge of Umbrian and Tuscan traditions, then with Stefano Ciavatti, the “genius and unruly spirit” of seafood cuisine.
After a brief experience with Alessandro Dal Degan in Asiago, he felt it was time to return to his homeland. He became chef of the restaurant Leggenda dei Frati and partner of Filippo Saporito, initially at the San Giovanni d’Asso (SI) location and later at Villa Bardini in the center of Florence.
He learned to understand Tuscan ingredients in every detail and to transform them into a narrative on the plate, conveying emotions, memories, and the culture of the region. This is confirmed by the Michelin Star, awarded in 2016, when Alessandro was only 25 years old.
In June 2020, the chef moved to Marina di Grosseto, at Ristorante Gabbiano 3.0. There, he confirmed his talent and once again retained the Michelin Star.
After an initial collaboration as a consultant, from 2026 he became the executive chef of the restaurant Barbagianni in Colle di Val d’Elsa, where he develops a contemporary Tuscan cuisine focused on the dialogue between the garden, the territory, and the culture of both inland areas and the Tyrrhenian coast.
Under his direction, in May 2026, the restaurant entered the Michelin Guide selection, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Barbagianni.
Barbagianni- Colle Val d’Elsa
Cooking Shows offer an immersive fine-dining experience, where the chef prepares the dish live on stage, blending technique and inspiration. Alta Langa accompanies the entire journey with elegance, culminating in the tasting, enhanced—upon request—with White Alba Truffle and exclusive gifts.
The experience includes:
- The dish prepared by the chef
- A glass of Alta Langa DOCG
- S.Bernardo water
- A 100g mini panettone by Galup
- Tartufo Regale, an exclusive handcrafted praline created by Michelin-starred chef Ugo Alciati, faithfully replicating the shape and color of the famous Alba truffle
The experience lasts approximately one and a half hours. To ensure quality and organization, menu changes are not available in case of allergies, intolerances, or specific dietary needs.
The Alba White Truffle is not included and, for those who wish, will be charged separately according to the daily quotation of the Truffle Market Exchange.
Children who wish to participate in the tasting must have a ticket. If they are present in the room without taking part in the tasting, this must be communicated via email to info@fieradeltartufo.org within 72 hours of the event, so that seating next to their parents can be arranged.
The event is simultaneously translated into English.
The ticket purchased online includes access to the World Market of the White Alba Truffle and to the MUDET – The Alba Truffle Museum.
