Chef Gabe Bertaccini is an internationally acclaimed chef, culinary consultant, television personality, and founder of several successful culinary ventures, including the award-winning GABRiELE BERTACCINI Experiences.

Chef Gabe’s charisma and expertise have made him a popular television personality. He co-hosts Ciao House on Food Network, guiding contestants through the art of Italian cooking. Additionally, he starred as a food expert on Netflix’s Say I Do where he helps couples create their dream weddings, as well as appearing as a and a mentor on Worst Cooks in America, where he trained and transformed novice cooks into competent chefs.

Gabe’s expertise and innovative approach to Italian cuisine have made him a sought-after chef in the United States, where he splits his time between Los Angeles and Phoenix. He founded GABRiELE BERTACCINI Experiences, a culinary event company known for creating some of the most exclusive and personalized dining events worldwide. The company was named one of the “Top 5 Culinary Event Companies in the country” by Food & Wine Magazine and has been featured in national and international publications, including Gambero Rosso and The Inspired Home.

In 2016, Gabe launched The Chef's Den, one of the most exclusive private dining experiences on the West Coast. This intimate, ever-changing dining adventure became one of the most sought-after culinary events, praised by Food & Wine Magazine and Scottsdale Luxury Magazine as one of the “Top 5 Over-The-Top Dining Experiences.”

Gabe’s culinary talents have led him to cook for notable clients, including the Clinton family, Oprah Winfrey, Michael Phelps, and Cher. He was also the first Arizona-based chef without a physical restaurant to be selected for the James Beard Foundation’s Taste of America dinner and received the 40 UNDER 40 Award from the Phoenix Business Journal.

Whether crafting gourmet meals, consulting for top-tier restaurants, or captivating audiences on television, Chef Gabe Bertaccini continues to celebrate the art of food with every dish. He has made numerous appearances at prestigious culinary events, including the New York Food Festival and the South Beach Wine & Food Festival. On television, he has competed on Alex vs. America and Beat Bobby Flay, and serves as a recurring judge on Chopped, where his culinary expertise continues to shape the next generation of top chefs.