Where Vision,
Craft, And Character
Come Together
the people behind the place
Casa Hirscher is shaped by vision and the people behind it. From the founder’s direction to the team’s daily craft, every detail reflects a clear standard and a shared identity.
Every lasting destination is built on more than design. It is built on people who define its standard.
Giovanni
Bolandrini
visionary behind the group
Born and raised in Italy, Giovanni Bolandrini is a dynamic entrepreneur known for his influential contributions to the fashion and hospitality industries. In his early 20s, Giovanni moved to London, where he established himself as a leading figure in the fashion world by owning one of the city’s most renowned boutiques. His keen sense of style and innovative approach quickly garnered attention, making his store a go-to destination for fashion enthusiasts. Initially making a name for himself in the fashion industry by styling various world-class celebrities, he built a strong reputation that extended beyond retail.
In 2008, Giovanni’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to expand beyond fashion, founding the Pier88 Group, a multifaceted company dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences. Under his leadership, Pier88 Group has grown to encompass a diverse portfolio of restaurants, with Casa Hirscher Restaurant being one of the standout establishments that blend contemporary cuisine with rich cultural influences. In recognition of his impact on the luxury dining scene, Bolandrini was featured in Forbes Middle East’s list of “20 Leaders Behind Luxury Dining in the Middle East.”
From fashion to hospitality, Giovanni’s trajectory is defined by authorship, instinct, and a clear ability to shape environments people remember.
Giovanni
Bolandrini
visionary behind the group
Born and raised in Italy, Giovanni Bolandrini is a dynamic entrepreneur known for his influential contributions to the fashion and hospitality industries. In his early 20s, Giovanni moved to London, where he established himself as a leading figure in the fashion world by owning one of the city’s most renowned boutiques. His keen sense of style and innovative approach quickly garnered attention, making his store a go-to destination for fashion enthusiasts. Initially making a name for himself in the fashion industry by styling various world-class celebrities, he built a strong reputation that extended beyond retail.
In 2008, Giovanni’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to expand beyond fashion, founding the Pier88 Group, a multifaceted company dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences. Under his leadership, Pier88 Group has grown to encompass a diverse portfolio of restaurants, with Casa Hirscher Restaurant being one of the standout establishments that blend contemporary cuisine with rich cultural influences. In recognition of his impact on the luxury dining scene, Bolandrini was featured in Forbes Middle East’s list of “20 Leaders Behind Luxury Dining in the Middle East.”
The blend of innovation and Romanian traditions gave birth to recipes that feel rooted, expressive, and unmistakably personal.
Meet Chef
Mostafa
Seif
innovation meets romanian tradition
“The Blend Of Innovation And Romanian Traditions Gave Birth To My Recipes.” Mostafa Seif, Winner of Top Chef Middle East 2018 and awarded Two Knives at the 2025 Best Chef Awards, is renowned for his exceptional talent and boundless passion for cooking. As a leading figure in new Romanian cuisine and one of the top chefs in the Middle East, his innovative approach continues to exceed expectations. Chef Mostafa serves as a menu consultant and recipe developer, creating dishes that masterfully blend traditional flavours with contemporary flair, truly redefining the culinary landscape.
Together, Giovanni Bolandrini and Chef Mostafa Seif have crafted a one-of-a-kind menu driven by passion, creativity, and a deep love for gastronomy.
Meet Chef Mostafa Seif innovation meets romanian tradition
“The Blend Of Innovation And Romanian Traditions Gave Birth To My Recipes.” Mostafa Seif, Winner of Top Chef Middle East 2018 and awarded Two Knives at the 2025 Best Chef Awards, is renowned for his exceptional talent and boundless passion for cooking.
The Chefs
Who Shape
The Flavor
Of Khufus
the hands behind the kitchen
Behind every plate is a kitchen shaped by discipline, instinct, and craft. Each chef brings a distinct point of view to the flavors, rhythm, and standard of Khufus.
Shehab
El Din
Head Chef
Shehab El Din leads the Khufus kitchen with a point of view shaped by competition, discipline, and a deep respect for flavor. Featured on MBC Top Chef Season 6 and named Young Chef of the Year 2025, he brings precision, restraint, and momentum to every menu.
Ahmed Alwani Sous Chef
Ahmed Alwani brings sharp technique and steady creative energy to the pass. A finalist on MBC Top Chef Season 9 and awarded Best Young Chef in Romania in 2023, he supports the kitchen with focus, polish, and instinctive balance.
Yasmine Metaki Junior Sous Chef
Yasmine Metaki adds an international foundation and careful finesse to the team. After four years of culinary training at Gasma in Spain, she brings curiosity, discipline, and refined detail to the kitchen's daily craft.
Shehab El Din Head Chef
Shehab El Din leads Khufus with discipline, restraint, and a chef's instinct for flavor, shaped by MBC Top Chef and Young Chef of the Year 2025.
Ahmed Alwani Sous Chef
Ahmed Alwani brings sharp technique and steady creative energy to the pass, balancing focus, polish, and instinct from MBC Top Chef to the Khufus kitchen.
Yasmine Metaki Junior Sous Chef
Yasmine Metaki brings an international foundation from Gasma in Spain, adding curiosity, discipline, and refined detail to the kitchen's daily craft.
WHERE THE SETTING BECOMES PART OF THE TABLE WHERE THE SETTING LEADS
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