Chef Federica Andrisani & Chef Oskar Rossi
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Chef Federica Andrisani
For Naples-born Federica (Freddy) Andrisani, the power of food to connect people to place, produce and one another has been one of life’s constant threads. Although she began her studies in anthropology, Freddy was ultimately drawn to the creative freedom and cultural depth of the culinary world, with her passion leading her to hone her craft in some of Italy’s most renowned and respected Michelin-starred kitchens, including Uliassi, Reale, and Trussardi alla Scala.
After meeting her partner and fellow chef Oskar Rossi in Veneto, Freddy relocated with him to his hometown of Hobart, Tasmania, in 2015. The pair’s creative synergy quickly gained attention through a series of highly successful pop-up dining experiences, culminating in the opening of their now celebrated restaurant Fico in 2016. Building on that momentum, the duo launched their second venture, Pitzi, in 2023.
At both restaurants, Freddy’s commitment to quality produce, thoughtful execution, and extraordinary but unpretentious dining experiences is evident through her co-design of the menus and wine lists, and team leadership both back- and front-of-house.
Chef Oskar Rossi
Tasmania-born Oskar Rossi’s earliest influences continue to underpin his food and wine philosophy today. His father – a successful Tasmanian artist and restaurateur – taught him to hunt for and prepare game meats and other produce from an early age, and instilled a deep respect for simplicity, fine wine, and the ritual of celebrating and sharing in the beauty of life through food.
Oskar’s culinary career has taken him from
completing his apprenticeship in the kitchens of Melbourne’s acclaimed Vue de monde, to stages in the Middle East/Asia, and Michelin- starred restaurants across Europe. It was while working at El Coq restaurant in Italy that he met and fell in love with Federica Andrisani and, while cooking together there, they began dreaming about opening their own restaurant.
Returning to his hometown Hobart in 2015, Oskar and Federica brought together his knowledge of local produce with their combined technical expertise in European cuisine – opening Fico the following year.
With a thoughtful and understated approach,
Oskar now co-designs the menu and wine list at both Fico and sister venue Pitzi, creating dining experiences that feel relaxed and deeply personal.