Chef Isabella Potì: Talent, Entrepreneurship, and Contemporary Vision

Born in Rome in 1995, with Italian-Polish roots, Isabella Potì is today one of the most influential and internationally recognized chefs and entrepreneurs. With her innovative vision, she leads the Michelin-starred restaurant Bros' as Head Chef in its new location in Martina Franca, alongside Floriano Pellegrino.

Training in the Olympus of Fine Dining

An early vocation led her to dream of great kitchens since childhood. After completing her culinary studies in Salento, Isabella wasted no time and flew to London to train alongside her mentor, Claude Bosi. Her innate talent then propelled her on a journey through European culinary excellence: in Spain with Paco Torreblanca and Martín Berasategui, in Copenhagen at the temple of Geranium, and in France at Mirazur in Menton.

Entrepreneur at 26: The Bros' Ecosystem

Her return to Italy marked the beginning of her entrepreneurial rise. At just 26 years old, she became co-owner of Bros' (awarded a Michelin Star), the Roots Trattoria in Scorrano, and the creative agency Pellegrino Brothers.

An Icon across Fine Dining, Media, and Lifestyle

Isabella Potì is a creative figure who transcends the kitchen alone. She is a benchmark in the Italian digital and television landscape, known to the general public for her appearances on flagship programs such as MasterChef Italia (guest judge) and Il Ristorante degli Chef (Rai 2).

Her charisma has made her a sought-after face for international luxury, automotive, and fashion brands (including Nike, Maserati, Land Rover, and Amazon) and a protagonist on the pages of iconic magazines like Vogue, Vanity Fair, and L'Officiel.

2016

June: Emerging Chef South Award - Luigi Cremona

October: 1 Hat - L’Espresso (BROS’)

2017

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January: Forbes 30Under30 - Art Category

October: Gambero Rosso - 2 Forks (BROS’)

October: 3 Hats - L’Espresso (BROS’)

November: Barawards - Goldplast Award (BROS’)

December: Revelation Restaurant of the Year Award (BROS’)

2018

January/February: MasterChef

March: Emerging Restaurant of the Year - Food and Travel (BROS’)

September: Diesel Collaboration

October: 3 Hats - L’Espresso (BROS’)

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15/11: 1st Michelin Star (BROS’)

November/December: Il Ristorante degli Chef

2019

January: L’Officiel

March: "Fattore Donna" Award - Terra Moretti

April: Lozza Collaboration Shooting

June: Nike Collaboration

October: Atelier Emé Collaboration

October: Michelin Guide - Plate (ROOTS)

October: 1 Hat - L’Espresso (ROOTS)

October: 4 Hats - L’Espresso (BROS’)

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06/11: Michelin Dinner (BROS’)

November: L’Officiel

November: Amazon Collaboration

December: c41 Collaboration

December: Filette (ROOTS)

December: The Best Contemporary Restaurant in Italy - Love Italian Life Awards 2019 (BROS’)

2020

15/01: Madrid Fusión

27/01: Forbes Guide Plaque - So Wine So Food (ROOTS)

June: Carte D’Or Collaboration

July: Vanity Fair Feature

September: Maserati Event

October: "Giovani e famosi" Documentary - Rai 2

October: Salesforce TV

December: Peroni Nastro Azzurro Collaboration

December: Millennial Cooking - Book

December: Top 30 Under 30 Chefs – Ristoranti d’Italia 2020 – Gambero Rosso

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November: 1 Michelin Star - Michelin Guide Italy 2021 (BROS’)

2021

January: SISTA Launch

May: “Innovation in the Kitchen” Award - Guida L’Espresso

June: Nike Ambassador

September: The Best Chef Awards

October: 1 Hat - L’Espresso (ROOTS)

October: 4 Hats - L’Espresso (BROS’)

November: Fortune Italia - 40 Under 40 Food

2022

March: Vogue Italia

April: Golden Point Collaboration

June: Oysho Collaboration

September: The Best Chef Awards

October: 4 Hats - L’Espresso (BROS’)

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November: 1 Michelin Star - Michelin Guide Italy 2023 (BROS’)

2023

November: The Best Chef Awards

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November: 1 Michelin Star - Michelin Guide Italy 2024 (BROS’)

2024

August: Grand Jury - S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition 2024/2025

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September: Three Knives - The Best Chef Guide

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November: 1 Michelin Star - Michelin Guide Italy 2025 (BROS’)

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November: Bib Gourmand - Michelin Guide Italy 2025 (BROS’ Trattoria)

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