Felice Sgarra

Felice Sgarra, born in 1982 in Andria, Puglia, brings a cuisine that blends respect for tradition, technique, creativity, and innovation to his restaurant in Trani, which he runs alongside his brothers, Riccardo and Roberto. His dishes celebrate Puglian flavors, using seasonal, high-quality ingredients to create original yet balanced combinations. It’s a team effort aimed at enhancing the region’s rich culinary heritage. In the kitchen, Felice thrives, driven by a natural talent, deep technical knowledge, and an unrelenting passion.

He studied at the Roccaraso Hospitality Institute in Abruzzo, where he shared a desk with William Zonfa, a friendship that extended into their time working side by side at Vinalia in L’Aquila. In 2011, Sgarra founded Umami in Andria, before moving to Trani in 2020 to open Casa Sgarra.

His cuisine is vibrant and full of color—every bite shines and stands out for its richness and depth of flavor. Passion and ingredients take center stage, elevating the indulgence factor of his dishes. His approach is innovative, fueled by a constant drive to refresh and modernize traditional offerings, not only as a personal calling but also to break away from standardized, repetitive dining experiences. His goal is to create a restaurant that is truly distinctive, avoiding the predictable formulas that often blur the identity of many dining establishments.