Fiore Tedesco
L'Oca D'Oro | Austin
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november 2023
Once a drummer in a punk rock band, Fiore Tedesco found that food struck a chord with him as meaningfully as music did. Born into a family of Italian immigrants and growing up in Troy, New York, he worked in his cousin’s bakery and deli throughout his teens. He moved to New York City at age 18, and after working in the music and fashion industries, he realized he wanted to pursue a culinary career instead. After cooking at staples like Roberta’s and Gramercy Tavern, Tedesco headed for Austin, where he worked at La Condesa, Franklin’s Barbecue, and Bufalina with Rising Stars alum Steven Dilley. Tedesco continued to build his brand and experiment with his own concepts on the side. In 2013, he began hosting pop-up dinners and private events in the Austin area under the name L’Oca d’Oro. Three years later, he transformed the pop-up into a full-blown brick-and-mortar, winning a Rising Stars Award in 2017.
As executive chef and owner, Tedesco presents seasonally driven, locally sourced Italian dishes that pay homage to his family roots. L’Oca d’Oro is also a sanctuary restaurant that works with ROC United to raise wages, benefits, and overall industry standards. With Tedesco’s dedication to creating a stable work environment and prioritizing mental health for his staff, L’Oca d’Oro has become a spot for young industry professionals to learn and grow under the guidance of a seasoned chef. Tedesco is also expanding the L’Oca d’Oro family with a pizza restaurant, Bambino, set to open in Austin later this year.
2023 StarChefs Austin-San Antonio Rising Stars Mentor Award Winner
Roasted Butternut Squash, Fried Sage, Whipped Ricotta, Mozzarella, Polenta Crumble | Chef Fiore Tedesco of L’Oca d’Oro
Burrata, Toasted Almonds, Italian Vinaigrette, and Basil | Chef Fiore Tedesco of L’Oca D’Oro
Pistachio, Lemon, Vanilla, Orange, and Daikon | Chef Fiore Tedesco of L’Oca d’Oro
Whey-Braised Veal, Lavender Vinegar, Saffron Wine, Scallions, and Borage Flowers | Chef Fiore Tedesco of L’Oca d’Oro
Pomodoro, Grana Padano, Mozzarella, Caponata, Parsley, Italian Basil, Spicy Olive Oil | Chef Fiore Tedesco of L'Oca d'Oro
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