It All Began in a Remote Alpine Hut
In 2018, high in the Swiss Alps, I stood in a small, unassuming hut where the fire in my soul was first lit. It was there I discovered my true calling — my DNA as an autodidact chef. The kitchen became my canvas; flavors, textures, and aromas became my language. From those humble yet profound beginnings grew the vision of Dineology — a philosophy where gastronomy, design, and innovation converge into an experience that transcends the plate.
From Glacier to Olive Grove
Twenty seats. Soft light. A tradition you won’t see coming — and will take home forever.
For over 100 years, this address was home to one of Europe’s most important art auction houses.
Every evening at CAAA, we honor that legacy in our own way — with a small tradition you won’t see coming, but will take home forever.
It begins at the bar, where the light is soft, the welcome is warm, and time starts to slow.
From there, you’ll drift from glacier to olive grove — dishes and cocktails meeting in an atmosphere that feels personal, unhurried, and real.
And it’s yours to keep.
Our beautiful garden at CAAA by Pietro Catalano is now open for you!
Join us daily for a delightful lunch, dinner or unwind from 17:00 – 19:00 with our relaxing Aperitivo featuring signature mixology drinks and carefully crafted snacks in a charming, peaceful setting.
Looking for something unique? You can also book our garden for your next business meeting—an inspiring and refreshing atmosphere to elevate your professional gatherings.
Reserve your spot now and experience something truly special with us!
As an autodidact chef, I am driven by a passion for sustainability and Transalpine culinary excellence.
Through the art of fermentation, dehydration, and distillation, I craft extraordinary essences that capture the soul of the Alps and the Mediterranean. By weaving together time-honored traditions with avant-garde techniques, each creation becomes an unforgettable flavor journey — one that awakens the senses and evokes deep, personal memories.
Eight of the world’s most inventive cocktail menus
Each dish is not only a culinary masterpiece but also a statement about respecting nature and creating a sustainable future.
We see our work as both an art form and a responsibility, that we pursue with passion and dedication.
Awards & Recognitions
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Every dish that leaves the kitchen carries one or more references, like footnotes that want to tell a story, grab attention, and add an important detail to the flavor experience. Beyond the underlying, and sometimes explicit, messages, the dishes are crafted as works of art. This is a style of cooking all its own; clearly ingredient-driven with flavor combinations that feel both innovative and sophisticated.
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Eight of the world’s most inventive cocktail menus!
https://www.theworlds50best.com/stories/News/eight-inventive-menus-the-worlds-50-best-bars-2024.html
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The Best Chef Award Dubai
Honouring 550 chefs from 61 countries, the Best Chef Awards 2024 ceremony was the largest to date – and held for the first time in Dubai, at Atlantis the Palm our chef Pietro Catalano was Awarded with one knife.
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denn auch hier ist das Thema Kreativität allgegenwärtig
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falstaff restaurant of the week
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Innovativster Bartender des Jahres 2024
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Auf Gourmet Gipfel wandern
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Nominee World Luxury Design Award
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Nomination Final Design Awards Rest of World 2024
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CAAA RESTAURANT BY PIETRO CATALANO RECALLS ALPINE SNOWCAPS
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Pietro Catalano partnered with architect Carmelo Zappulla of External Reference for the creation of his second restaurant, CAAA by Pietro Catalano, located just off Lake Lucerne in Switzerland.
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CAAA, EL NUEVO RESTAURANTE DE PIETRO CATALANO
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Anders mit Ansage!
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CAAA by PIETRO CATALANO: A Story of Family, Passion and Excellence
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Pietro Catalano, from musician to futurist gourmet chef: the CAAA in Lucerne
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This Lucerne dining room was an AI experiment
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External Reference harness the power of AI and 3D-printing in the world of interiors for Lucerne restaurant CAAA by Pietro Catalano...
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Imagine a restaurant where the interior design is crafted by artificial intelligence and brought to life through 3D printing.
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