Patrick Cruz
Chef Patrick Cruz is an Italian-trained chef with over a decade of experience in Italian cuisine, pastry, and artisanal gelato. Having lived and worked in Milan, he specializes in authentic Italian cooking, pizza, desserts, and Filipino cuisine with a refined yet approachable style.
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Chef Patrick Cruz is a seasoned culinary professional with more than 10 years of experience in Italian and Filipino cuisine, pastry, and artisanal gelato. He trained and worked extensively in Milan, Italy, serving as a chef, gelato consultant, and business owner while honing his expertise in authentic Italian cooking, pizza-making, and dessert craftsmanship. His career includes roles at Artico Gelateria, Nisida Neapolitan Restaurant, Giardino Trattoria, Terracota Manila, and La Virginia Ristorante. Fluent in English, Filipino, and Italian, Chef Patrick combines traditional Italian techniques with warm hospitality, bringing restaurant-quality dining experiences and handcrafted flavors to every table.
