Portrait of Federico Rapali
i. Biography
Federico Rapali has been Head Pizza Chef at Little Pyg in Dublin, Ireland, since 2022. He works in pizza, a craft he originally learned in Naples, bringing that training into a Dublin kitchen with a clear, narrow brief: the pie itself.
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The Path
Since 2022, Federico Rapali has been the Head Pizza Chef of Little Pyg, where he brings his craft to the role with quiet authority and precision.
The Work Today
Since 2022, Rapali has led pizza at Little Pyg as Head Pizza Chef. The role is specific, and so is the specialty: pizza, not a broader chef title or a wider restaurant résumé. His work today is best understood through that focus.
Acclaim
The central recognition attached to Rapali’s career is the 2022 appointment to Head Pizza Chef at Little Pyg.
FAQ
Asked of Federico
What is Federico Rapali's current role?
As of 2026, Federico Rapali is Head Pizza Chef.
What is Federico Rapali known for?
Pizza.
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