Who is chef Giuseppe Trezza on MasterChef: The Professionals 2026?
With MasterChef: The Professionals 2026 heats reaching their final week on BBC One, we find out more about Giuseppe Trezza, one of the chefs taking part in this year’s competition.
Giuseppe trained in Italy and now lives in East London.
Age at start of filming
38
Job role
Chef consultant & head of event kitchen
Chef background
“I trained in Rome before working across luxury hotels and high-end restaurants.
“At 28 I moved to London to challenge myself, deepen my knowledge, and lead kitchens. Since then I’ve headed prestigious venues, launched a hospitality services company for consulting and private events, and spent five years as a private chef for VIP clients.
“Today, I’m head of department for the Event Kitchen at The Ned, where I combine precision, scale and creativity.”
Who and what inspired you to become a chef?
“Cooking always felt like a calling.
“At five years old I was already playing with pots and pans while watching my nonna roll fresh pasta.
“I once dreamt of becoming an astronaut, but everything kept pulling me back to the kitchen - so I followed that instinct to hospitality school with my best friend and never looked back.”
How would you describe your cooking style and influences?
“Eclectic and bold like my personality: modern in expression, respectful of primordial and classic flavours. My Mediterranean roots are always present, and I love finishing dishes with colour and elegance.”
Three ingredients you can’t live without?
“Micro cresses, emulsions, infused oils.”
What do you eat when you get back from service?
“Al dente pasta with extra-virgin olive oil and plenty of pecorino - simple, comforting and exactly right.”
Why did you want to take part in MasterChef: The Professionals?
“To keep learning, to test myself, and to show that even with many years of experience there is always room to grow, explore trends and break boundaries. Hospitality never sleeps.”
Outside of cooking what are your passions?
“Long walks to reset, classical and ’70s rock music, karting and motorsport, and unrushed time with friends and family.”
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Who is chef Giuseppe Trezza on MasterChef: The Professionals 2026?
