About Tozzo
TOZZO, a contemporary pastry cafe, is led by Italian Chef-Founder Fabio Bardi, the winner of the 2024 Tatler Hong Kong Best Pastry Chef award. The inspiration behind the name ‘TOZZO’ stems from the Italian term 'Maritozzo,' meaning "chubby," epitomized by the playful red mascot.
The menu highlights the Maritozzo, a traditional Italian sweet pastry filled with decadent whipped cream, Gelato, alongside a selection of Italian-Japanese savoury dishes crafted by Chef-Consultant Agustin Balbi of the acclaimed One MICHELIN-starred ANDŌ, recipient of the recent 2024 Restaurant of the Year award by Tatler Dining Hong Kong. At TOZZO, a passion for exceptional cuisine and finest ingredients sets the stage for a warm and welcoming experience in the heart of Tai Kwun.
Originally from Sardinia, Fabio Bardi hails from a family immersed in the culinary world, fueling his passion for food from an early age. With experiences ranging from renowned establishments in Italy to New York, Fabio honed his pastry skills at Ladurée in Paris before becoming the Executive Pastry Chef at Prime Steak Group in Ireland, innovating in the field of healthy yet tasty desserts. His journey continued with roles in Singapore at Bakerzin and later at 81⁄2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana in Hong Kong, where he worked closely with Umberto Bombana to craft innovative Italian pastries. After a brief interlude in London, Fabio returned to Hong Kong as the Executive Pastry Chef at Dominique Ansel's Dang Wen Li, showcasing his creativity and skill in blending global influences to create several now-famous desserts reflecting Hong Kong’s identity, eventually leading to his role as Executive Pastry Chef at Estro by Antimo Maria Merone. Fabio's culinary approach, influenced by his global travels and Italian roots, merges diverse flavors into intricate yet approachable desserts that celebrate a harmonious blend of cultures.