Louis DiBiccari got his initial start in his mother’s scratch kitchen thanks to his upbringing in a large Italian family. Since then, he received formal training at Scottsdale Culinary Institute before returning to Boston to cook in one of the city’s best kitchens alongside Frank McClellend, at L’Espalier and Sel de la Terre at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Years ago, he started what is now known as “Chef Louie Night”, an interactive dining experience where guests visit his website and vote for themes and ingredients. The voting results were not revealed to Chef Louis and his team until the morning of the event. The chefs then ran around the city trying to organize, conceptualize and execute a five-course meal. That concept has now turned into a semi-annual event that showcases some of Boston’s best culinary talent with the help of several local sponsors and charities.
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Today, he now owns and operates Tavern Road in the Fort Point Channel where his menu includes specialties like eggplant goat cheese fritters, roasted stuffed oysters, lamb meatball tostada and Peruvian chicken thighs.
We caught up with DiBiccari recently to find out what he loves most about Boston.
Where were you born: Center of the Universe, Lynnfield MA
How long in Boston: 20 years
Neighborhood: Currently South End
Occupation: Chef/owner, social media guru, event guy
Favorite Restaurant: Toro or Uni
Best Sushi: o ya
Best Italian: Erbaluce
Best dessert: Cookies at Tavern Road
Best place for a romantic date: Il Casale
Best Sunday brunch: Puritan & Co.
Best place for a power business meeting: Doretta Taverna
Favorite shopping venue/boutique: Olives & Grace
Best Spa: Exhale
Favorite Charity Event: Lovin’ Spoonfuls Tailgate
Favorite Cultural Event: Red Sox game at Fenway
Favorite Cultural Institution: Fenway Park
Best Steakhouse: Abe & Louie’s
Best Pizza: Coppa
Best Lunch: Myers & Chang
Best Gym/Athletic Facility: George Foreman Gym
Best Massage: Britt Smith Massage
Best Limousine/Driving Service: Uber
Best Museum/Exhibit: Institute of Contemporary Art
Describe Boston in three words: Wicked Pissa Kid
Favorite historic/legendary place to see or explore: North End
All-around favorite spot in Boston: Boston Common
Best Aspect of Boston: You can get in a car or jump on a train and be in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Canada, New York, etc. Regional travel is very accessible.
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