Stefano Secchi - Rezdora & Massara

WHO: Stefano Secchi is chef and partner of Rezdôra (which nabbed 3 NYT stars and a Michelin star) and its sibling eatery Massara, which opened in the summer of 2023.

ABOUT: Brought up in a home with a strong sense of Sardinian heritage, Stefano has dedicated his career to the craft of Italian cooking. He spent several years honing his skills in Modena at the famed Osteria Francescana under Massimo Bottura and perfecting the art of handmade pasta under the tutelage of Nonna Laura Morandi at Hosteria Giusti and in Piemonte, just outside of the white truffle region of Alba, working with Michelin-starred chef Davide Palluda at All’Enoteca.  

Rezdôra, which opened in 2019, showcases the rich culinary traditions of Emilia Romagna. Since Rezdôra’s opening, Stefano has led the team to a New York Times three-star review from restaurant critic Pete Wells; earned a 2021, 2022 and 2023 Michelin star; named one of the 100 best restaurants in New York City by the Times, and traveled to Milan in 2022 to receive recognition as the #7 Italian restaurant in the world, according to the “50 Top Italy” guide.  

Massara, Stefano’s second restaurant, opened in 2024 and celebrates the vibrant cuisine of Campania. Inspired by his childhood memories of visiting Southern Italy and the region’s rich abundance of farms and fisheries, the menu is centered around cooking with a wood-burning oven and grill.

Beyond his culinary achievements, Stefano is committed to giving back to the New York food community, supporting No Kid Hungry, City Harvest, Food Education Fund, Wellness in the Schools, and God’s Love We Deliver, among others.

WHAT: Embark on a culinary tour of Campania with Chef-Partner Stefano Secchi (the mastermind behind Michelin-starred Rezdôra) with the newly opened restaurant Massara. Prepare to be captivated by vibrant flavors and time-tested techniques.

WHEN: Tuesday, February 25, 6 PM - 8 PM EST

WHERE: De Gustibus Cooking School

by Colin Clark