Michele Orsino, executive chef of Il Punto, NYC, prepares lunch at James Beard House. Michael was born in Italy and graduated from one of its finest culinary schools. He worked at the finest restaurants in Italy and France where he became known as a culinary star. He became the top chef for cruise lines where he created the finest culinary extravaganzas. Arriving in New York he opened Letizia and Caio Europa, two top Italian restaurants of their time. Today he is the executive chef of Il Punto, ushering it into the pantheon of New York’s finest Italian restaurants.
The address is 507 Ninth Avenue at 38th Street. Il Punto is considered one of the foremost Italian restaurants. Its authentic Italian
cuisine and outstanding service combined with reasonable prices make it a favorite of theatergoers and discriminating diners.
