Chef Alberto Gipponi's Dina Restaurant Blends Cuisine with Contemporary Art
In November 2017, Alberto Gipponi, a sociology graduate and ex-guitarist, launched Dina restaurant in Gussago, Italy, following a year of experience under Massimo Bottura at Osteria Francescana. The venue serves as both a dining establishment and an art gallery, showcasing pieces by renowned artists such as Jonathan Monk, Francesca Woodman, and Philippe Starck. A neon artwork by Monk, titled 'Until then if not before,' represents Gipponi's transition in his career. Additionally, the restaurant is equipped with Mepra's Ergonomica cutlery, designed by Angelo Mangiarotti, which received the Premio Design Plus in 1991. Gipponi partners with gallerist Massimo Minini to exhibit works from his collection and intends to host an artist for a month-long residency.
Key facts
- Alberto Gipponi opened Dina restaurant in Gussago (BS) in November 2017.
- Gipponi previously worked for one year at Osteria Francescana under Massimo Bottura.
- Dina houses artworks by Jonathan Monk, Francesca Woodman, Ariel Schlesinger, Nedko Solakov, David Maljkovic, Paul P., Aleksandr Rodčenko, Achille Castiglioni, Pio Manzù, Gino Sarfatti, Philippe Starck, and Tanio Liotta.
- The neon piece 'Until then if not before' by Jonathan Monk was commissioned in 2017 by Galleria Massimo Minini specifically for Gipponi.
- Dina is the only restaurant in Italy with Mepra's Ergonomica cutlery designed by Angelo Mangiarotti.
- Gipponi plans to host an artist residency at the restaurant for one month.
- Gipponi holds a degree in Sociology and was a guitarist before becoming a chef.
- The restaurant displays works from both Gipponi's personal collection and Galleria Massimo Minini.
Entities
Artists
- Alberto Gipponi
- Massimo Bottura
- Jonathan Monk
- Francesca Woodman
- Ariel Schlesinger
- Nedko Solakov
- David Maljkovic
- Paul P.
- Aleksandr Rodčenko
- Achille Castiglioni
- Pio Manzù
- Gino Sarfatti
- Philippe Starck
- Tanio Liotta
- Angelo Mangiarotti
- Massimo Minini
Institutions
- Dina
- Osteria Francescana
- Galleria Massimo Minini
- Mepra
- Artribune
Locations
- Gussago
- Italy
- Brescia
- Modena