The Danna Langkawi, a leading and award-winning 5-star luxury beach resort, is delighted to announce Giuliano Berta’s appointment as its new Executive Chef.
Executive Chef Giuliano Berta received his unique experience worldwide.
He will oversee the culinary operations in his new role, including management and menu planning.
This includes kitchen management, restaurant, bar and lounge, banquet events, in-room dining, and menu planning, ensuring high-quality services to achieve customer satisfaction.
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The Danna Langkawi Appoints New Executive Chef Giuliano Berta
Giuliano specializes in authentic Italian cuisine and draws inspiration from his travels to create classic yet innovative flavors.
Giuliano has experience supervising culinary operations.
He will oversee a wide range of tasks related to the kitchen at his new job, including management and menu planning.
Giuliano was born in Brescia, Italy, and discovered his love for food at a young age after being inspired by his mother.
Spending most of his time with her, he learned to appreciate the hard work of preparing a meal.
Observing her craft recipes, he quickly learned the importance of fresh local produce.
He began his career at 16, working part-time at Park Hotel Ca’ No in Brescia.
He continued his culinary journey to La Casa in Bedizzole, a Michelin-star restaurant, in 1996.
His illustrious career took off when he was selected as Executive Chef and Operations Manager for Garibaldi Kuala Lumpur, a two-outlet concept Italian restaurant in Singapore.
Garibaldi was awarded as a one-star Michelin fine dining restaurant and a social house bar.
While at Garibaldi Kuala Lumpur, Giuliano was responsible for re-opening the restaurant, including recruiting and training the culinary team.
He played a pivotal role in establishing a benchmark that TimeOut KL recognized as the Best Italian Fine-Dining Restaurant in Kuala Lumpur.
His over 20 years of professional experience includes key international establishments, prestigious five-star hotels, and free-standing restaurants in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
Giuliano has blended his interest in global culture with his love for the culinary arts and often marries classic dishes with seasonal ingredients.
His signature culinary expertise combines innovative contemporary techniques with modern interpretations.
His past experiences include Shangri-La Hotel Singapore, Ocha & Bella in Morrissey Hotel Jakarta, Shangri-la Hotel Manila, Pullman Hotel Bali, Hotel Muse Bangkok, and Montgomerie Golf Club Dubai, where he hosted Chaîne des Rôtisseurs as part of the property’s gastronomic journey.
Giuliano has received notable accolades and recognitions for his culinary expertise, such as Thailand’s Best Restaurant 2020 for Medici Kitchen & Bar by Thailand Tatler.
Chef Giuliano is a man on a mission and was featured on Iron Chef Thailand.
General Manager Karan Singh said that the resort is thrilled to welcome Chef Giuliano Berta to The Danna Langkawi family.
“With his vast repertoire of classical cuisine, we look forward to providing our guests with an innovative and elegant gastronomic journey at our resort.
With a flair for Italian and European specialties, Giuliano is an epicurean mastermind who is set to bring a fresh level of creativity to the culinary landscape in Langkawi.”
Giuliano graduated from IPSSAR Caterina De’ Medici, Italy, with a diploma in hotel management and culinary arts.
He loves to explore local cuisines during his leisure time, get into his fitness regime, and spend time with his family.
The Danna Langkawi greets guests with a warm smile and takes pride in honoring their legacy in composing a luxury lifestyle.
The Danna Langkawi
Address: Pantai Kok, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah.
Hours: Open 24 hours