Chef Spotlight: STEVEN GALLO Chef and Co-Owner of Galli in NYC

Steven Gallo, Chef and Co-owner of Galli Restaurant, starts his day early - making sure his guys are preparing the red sauce in accordance with his ancestor's recipe. The recipe originated in Sicily, where his family has been cooking Italian comfort food for generations.

Steven started in the restaurant business as a young kid, working every job in his family's restaurants - from dishwasher, busboy, server, bartender and manager.

Today, Steven's focus is exclusively on Galli Restaurant, and customers will see him on the floor virtually every day, serving up his delicious Italian comfort food.

Broadwayworld.com had the opportunity to interview Steven Gallo about his career and Galli Restaurants in New York City.

What was your earliest interest in cooking?

The smell of Sunday mornings in my Mom's kitchen.

Who were some of your career mentors?

It was mostly growing up in my family's restaurants.

What culinary styles have influenced your career?

Southern Italian Fare.

What do you consider the most distinguishing features of your work as a chef?

Keeping it simple and using fresh ingredients.

What is your favorite meal?

Chicken Parmasean.

Tell me a little bit about your restaurant for our readers.

We try to create an atmosphere where you feel like you're eating in your living room with Hip-Hop music playing and a friendly staff.

Galli Restaruant is founded by husband-and-wife team Steven and Karen Gallo, along with business partner Michael Forrest. Galli Restaurant features Italian Comfort Food and great cocktails. They are located at 45 Mercer Street in Soho. Call (212) 966-9288. Their other location is at 98 Rivington Street on the Lower East Side (at the corner of Rivington and Ludlow). Call (212) 466-1888. For more information visit their website at http://www.gallirestaurant.com/.

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