CHEF'S CORNER

Austin Torsiello is a chef and restaurateur known for translating Michelin-level technique

into vibrant, high-performing restaurant concepts. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of

America’s Accelerated Program, Torsiello trained in some of New York City’s most

respected kitchens, including Michelin-starred Junoon, The Breslin, and Masa.

 

After nearly a decade in fine dining, he shifted toward elevated casual dining, applying the

same precision and discipline to scalable, hospitality-driven concepts. Through his

hospitality consulting and development firm, Torsiello, has launched and operated multiple successful restaurants across New Jersey and internationally, including Harry’s Food &

Drink, Orale, Dullboy, and Jane Doe.

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His newest Mediterranean concept in NoMad blends wood-fire cooking, seasonal sourcing,

and regional flavors with contemporary design and operational excellence, reflecting his

commitment to thoughtful cuisine, strong brand identity, and exceptional guest experience.