Michele Esposito has been appointed as Executive Chef at Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club

Born and raised in Caserta, a fertile agricultural city just north of Naples in Italy's Campania region, known as the birthplace of Mozzarella di Bufala, Chef Michele Esposito developed a deep connection to food from an early age. Inspired by the cooking of his mother and grandmother, he learned that the most memorable meals are often the simplest - made with finest ingredients, respect for tradition, and a sense of family.

After beginning his culinary career in Italy, Esposito quickly developed his craft in some of the country's most celebrated kitchens. His journey took him through acclaimed Michelin-starred restaurants, including the renowned three-Michelin-starred Villa Crespi on the shores of Lake Orta and the celebrated three-Michelin-starred Ristorante Quattro Passi overlooking the Amalfi Coast, before continuing his career in Monaco. He later fulfilled a lifelong dream of relocating to the United States, where he held executive chef roles in Miami, including at Casa Tua, before joining Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club.

For Esposito, the most memorable dishes are often the simplest, such as a classic Pasta al Pomodoro –a reminder that true luxury lies not in complexity, but in allowing a few remarkable ingredients to speak for themselves. At Lido, that philosophy comes to life through dishes such as Spaghetti alla Nerano, Branzino all'Acqua Pazza, Polpo alla Pizzaiola, and Tagliolini al Limone, where every element is thoughtfully used to showcase each ingredient at its fullest.

To learn more about Lido Restaurant, visit our website. Reservations may be made through OpenTable or by calling (786) 482-2280.