We interviewed the starred chef Fabrizio Mellino, in his beautiful restaurant, Quattro Passi, located in Nerano. During the interview we talked about his childhood, how his father’s presence was fundamental in his life but especially in the kitchen and how he grew up in a family where culinary values are well established. We also talked about its growth over the years, its experiences and future goals.

Interiew by: Domenico De martino
Video by: Luigi Bossa
Video Editing by: Sergio De Simone
Document by: Domenico De Martino, Andrea Catullo, Jacopo D’urso, Sergio De Simone, Luigi Bossa
Subtitle ita/eng by: Andrea Catullo e Jacopo D’urso
Translation by: Domenico De Martino
MedEatResarch – Center of Social Research on the Mediterranean Diet of the University of Naples Suor Orsola Benincasa, head by Marino Niola and Elisabetta Moro
Realized: 29/05/2025

Fabrizio Mellino

Year: 07/07/1991
City: Sant’Agnello (NA)
Education: liceo linguistico S. Anna di Sorrento, Istituto Paul Bocuse di Lione
Profession: Chef
Language: Italian

Video table of contents

Introduction and history of "Quattro Passi restaurant" 00:00-01:00
Growing up in the kitchen 01:00-01:50
Passing of the torch 01:50-02:10
Experiences abroad 02:11-02:48
the bond with the territory 02:49-03:25
Innovation, challenge or stimulus? 03:26-03:57
Balance 03:58-05:02
Future goals 05:03-05:47
Master and apprentice 05:48-06:09
Origins and roots 06:10-06:44
knowing how to listen 06:45:07:34
Characteristic features of the "Quattro Passi" 07:35-08:13
Credits 08:14-09:00

Geographic information

Country: IT
Region: Campania
Città: Massa Lubrense, Nerano (NA)
Altitude: 498 m s.l.m.

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