Augusto Rosati

The Climb

A kitchen path built on consistency, not acceleration, defined Augusto Rosati’s work at La Trattoria in Zamalek, Egypt, where he began as chef in 2019. The progression there was earned through daily service and attention to detail, with each step inside the same venue reinforcing command of rhythm, discipline, and pace. That continuity matters in Italian cooking: the cook who stays with the line long enough can shape the standard, not just follow it. Rosati’s rise to Executive Chef reflects that kind of accumulation.

Today

Italian cuisine at La Trattoria in Pontresina, Switzerland is carried by clarity, restraint, and polish in Augusto Rosati’s hands as Executive Chef. Authenticity and creativity sit inside the same frame here: the tradition stays readable, but the plate is arranged with a cleaner balance and a little more lift. The work is less about revising the canon than about keeping it active, so the familiar remains intact while the presentation gives it renewed presence.

Career - Executive Chef — La Trattoria, Pontresina, Switzerland - Chef — La Trattoria, Zamalek, Egypt (from 2019)

Signature

Fritto di Calamari sits comfortably inside Augusto Rosati’s signature because it rewards the kind of control his cooking is built on: recognizable form, clean execution, and no excess around the edges. Within an Italian kitchen that values authenticity and creativity, the dish points to a chef who understands how to let a classic read clearly on the plate. The effect is straightforward, which is often the point.

FAQ What is Augusto Rosati's current role? As of 2026, Augusto Rosati is Executive Chef. Where did Augusto Rosati work before? Augusto Rosati's earlier career included La Trattoria. What is Augusto Rosati known for? Italian cuisine.