I am Ambra Marca

Chef Banqueting Manager

Ambra Marca

Ambra Marca

Successful chef and banqueting manager, I offer private chef services, catering, and event organization for private individuals and companies. After graduating, I honed my skills with a master's degree in event management, obtained a Sommelier certificate, and attended professional high-level culinary courses at a prestigious cooking academy.

Since 2010, I have represented InScena Eventi, a company specializing in mobile catering services: banquets, private chefs, and organizing food-related events.

Following a career filled with important collaborations, I won the gold medal at the 2020 Italian Cooking Championships and have been a proud member of the Team NIC: Italian National Chefs since the same year.

In 2024, I inaugurated my restaurant "Il Salotto" in Bagolino, in the province of Brescia. An exclusive venue where I offer contemporary and comforting cuisine. Open by reservation and perfect for private events.

Awards

Chef for One Night Award

2017

Chef for One Night

First prize in the "Chef for One Night" contest promoted by Giornale di Brescia.

Cooking Challenge

2017

Cooking Challenge

Third place in the first edition of "The Cooking Challenge" on RTB Network.

Brescian Chefs Association Award

2018

Brescian Chefs Association

Certificate of Merit awarded by the Brescian Chefs Association.

Gold Medal Riso in Rosa

2018

Riso in Rosa

Gold Medal in the "Riso in Rosa" contest organized by the Italian Chefs Federation.

Gold Medal Riso in Rosa

2019

Riso in Rosa

Gold Medal in the "Riso in Rosa" contest organized by the Italian Chefs Federation.

Street Food Contest Silver Medal

2019

Street Food Contest

Silver Medal in the "Street Food Contest" organized by the Italian Chefs Federation.

Italian Cooking Championships Gold Medal

2020

Italian Cooking Championships

Gold Medal in the K1 hot cuisine single competition.

NIC Membership

2020

Member of NIC

Joined the Italian National Chefs Team.

World Chefs Judge Certificate

2022

World Chefs Judge

Awarded the title of Regional Judge by "World Chefs" for artistic culinary and hot cuisine competitions.

Orogel Verdurì Gala Dinner

2024

Orogel Verdurì Gala Dinner

To celebrate Verdurì's anniversary, Ambra Marca, along with chefs Marialuisa Lovari and Debora Fantini, prepared an exclusive menu for a special event showcasing Orogel Verdurì products.


Education
  • Degree in Tourism Sciences

    Economics Faculty, Catholic University of Brescia. 12/2007

  • Professional Sommelier Certificate

    Italian Sommelier Association, Brescia. 01/2011

  • Master's Degree in Event Management

    IPS Consulting, Verona. 01/2013

  • Professional Cooking Certificate

    Cast Alimenti, Brescia. 10/2014

  • WORLDCHEFS Regional Judge

    Competition and Culinary Committee. 08/2022

  • ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEVEL B2 at YourEnglish.ie

    Language school in Dublin. 05/2023


Experience
  • InScena Eventi

    Event Catering. Executive Chef and Banqueting Manager. 2013–2025

  • Enaip Trentino

    Cooking Lab Instructor, Hospitality School, Tione. 2020–2022

  • Scoamar srl

    Onboard Chef, Lake Garda. 2017–2025

  • KSG

    Food Services Specialist, Chef de Partie, Dublin. 2022–2023

  • JW MARRIOTT HOTEL QUITO

    Consulting for the creation of event menus at the Raíces restaurant of the hotel. Quito - Ecuador, May/June 2025

  • EMBASSY OF ITALY IN QUITO (ECUADOR)

    June 2, 2025: I cooked at the Italian Embassy Palace in Quito, where the Italian Ambassador to Ecuador, Giovanni Davoli, hosted a gala dinner for Republic Day. The event welcomed top Ecuadorian state officials, institutional and cultural representatives from the business and diplomatic worlds.
    June 2025: I designed and organized a buffet service at the Italian Embassy Palace in Quito for an event attended by 600 guests, in celebration of the 79th Anniversary of the Italian Republic.


My Skills
Creativity 85%
Problem Solving 90%
Planning and Coordination 95%
Reliability 100%

Services

Personal Chef / Private Chef

This service allows you to enjoy a personalized menu prepared by a professional chef who handles everything: shopping, cooking, cleaning, and serving your guests, offering a convenient alternative to a restaurant.
The personal chef can work at the client’s home or other locations designated for the event.
The style of service and preparations can range from informal to sophisticated, adapting to different occasions: romantic dinners, private parties, or corporate events.

Banquets for Private Parties

Focused on the organization and management of catering services for receptions and ceremonies, even for small-scale events:

  • • Menu planning
  • • Buffet or table service
  • • Setups
  • • Beverage management
  • • Logistics
  • • Coordination with other event activities

Live Catering for Corporate Services

Customized catering services dedicated to companies, where food is prepared in front of guests to create an engaging and dynamic experience:

  • • Cooking shows
  • • Interactive food stations
  • • Personalized experiences with themed menus, atmosphere, and corporate branding
  • • Mini cooking lessons
  • • Various formats: buffet, table service, finger food, or passing service
  • • Logistics and coordination
Catering on Boats

Catering services onboard boats navigating Lake Garda.
You can choose a historic sailing ship where the chef prepares exclusive gourmet lunches and dinners for 2 to a maximum of 8 people. The service takes place during the cruise and offers a moment of maximum splendor thanks to the surroundings and impeccable service.
An alternative for more informal boat parties is a ferry with a maximum capacity of 40 guests, where savory and sweet buffets are set up, enriched by cooking show moments where the chef prepares delicious risottos.

Exclusive Event Locations

Ambra Marca is the chef-patron of "Il Salotto": an exclusive little restaurant in Bagolino (Brescia).
This original venue, with an open-view kitchen, stylish decor, and a splendid panoramic terrace, can be rented for private events.

Collaboration with Restaurants

I collaborate with restaurants to offer exclusive culinary experiences, combining my passion for cooking with the quality and atmosphere of each partner location. Together, we create events that celebrate taste and hospitality, offering unforgettable moments to clients.

390

Completed Projects

385

Satisfied Clients

15

Years of Experience

11

Ongoing Projects

My Dishes

All Appetizers First Courses Main Courses
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Asparagus, Peas, and Cashews
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Local Equine Meat Tartare with Egg Sauce and Scallion Oil
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Amberjack Carpaccio with Bruschetta and Garlic Mayo
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Alpine Trout Carpaccio with Asparagus and Citrus Hollandaise Sauce
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Shellfish Salad, Zucchini Flowers, and Pepper Sauces
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Potatoes, alpine cheese fondue, mushrooms
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Mackerel with fennel, oranges, and almonds
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62-degree egg, potatoes, and agretti
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Rabbit and asparagus
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Pork tenderloin, prosciutto, savoy cabbage, walnut sauce, and confit pumpkin
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Gnocchi, pike, burrata stracciatella, and caper powder from Gargnano
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Beef cheek, Garda polenta, and vegetable millefeuille
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Beef cheek and black truffle from Val Tenesi
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Linguine with mussels and cannellini beans
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Linguine with mussels
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Octopus with tamarind, chickpea purée, and tomato stew
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Beetroot, gorgonzola, and scallops
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Ravioli with nettles, dandelion, and hazelnuts
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Bagossa-style risotto
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Spaghettoni with Lake Garda sardines
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Sea bass, asparagus, scallop, potato soufflé, and beurre blanc sauce
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Tagliatelle with whitefish
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Egg tagliolini with porcini mushrooms
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Egg tagliolini with porcini mushrooms
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Handmade tortelli, crescenza cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes
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Pumpkin in Carnaroli rice, Camembert cheese, and apple cider

Testimonials

Exceptional quality, great professionalism, and organization. We held our little one’s baptism at home, and Ms. Marca and her staff illuminated the environment, making it more welcoming for our guests. The buffet was impeccably arranged. The risotto and desserts were excellent. We will definitely reach out for future events.

Lucia Lorenzini

We contacted Ambra for our wedding organization, and it was the best choice we could have made. Incredible professionalism and sensitivity. Years later, our guests still compliment us. Three years later, she organized the catering for our son's baptism. High-quality food, abundant buffet, and a superb live-cooked risotto. Thank you again for everything!
Federica and Kevin

Federica Fiori

To celebrate our son’s First Communion and Confirmation, we wanted to organize lunch at home. It was our first experience, and we were thrilled. Ambra prepared exquisite dishes with the freshest fish, and our guests, especially the honoree, were delighted! Irene’s table service was impeccable. Ambra and Irene made us feel comfortable and pampered us throughout the meal, from the setup to the coffee. We are truly grateful.

Alessia Vella

A perfect dinner at home with a dedicated chef—attentive, discreet, and capable of creating a magical atmosphere. Outstanding food and plating. We will surely repeat on the next occasion.

Jacopo Zanotti

Professionalism, expertise, refinement, and punctuality characterized Ambra Marca’s home chef service for a family event. Highly recommended!

Barbara Zambarda

Experiences

Ambra Marca between the Italian Ambassador to Ecuador, Giovanni Davoli, and First Secretary Dr. Mirko Costa, during the opening thank-you speech at the June 2nd gala dinner at the Embassy, for Republic Day.

In Ecuador for Republic Day

I represented Italian excellence in Quito, signing the gala dinner for Republic Day at the Italian Embassy in Ecuador.

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Ambra Marca live during the transhumance in Bagolino

Inscenaeventi: Experience in Lombardy

On October 12-13 in Bagolino, the charming medieval village nestled in the Brescia Alps, the tenth edition of the Transhumance was celebrated.

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Ambra Marca wins gold with her Brescia risotto

Giornale di Brescia

Ambra Marca, gold medal for a risotto with Brescia flavors

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Ambra Marca gold medal at the 2020 Culinary Championships

Giornale di Brescia

Ambra Marca, the chef from Bagolino with a gold medal

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Dublin

A full year in Dublin to come back even better than before

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Ambra Marca's recipe selected by the culinary magazine Pasta e Fagioli

Pasta e Fagioli

My recipe among those of 68 Italian chefs

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Ambra Marca's recipe featured in the book Zafferano 3 Cuochi

Zafferano 3 Cuochi

My saffron risotto with scallops

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Contact

Phone
+39 349 0500456
Email
ambra@inscenaeventi.it
Address

Rezzato, BS, Via Raffaello Sanzio
Bagolino, BS, Via Siano

Quotes

I cannot stand people who do not take food seriously.

Oscar Wilde

A beautifully set table.
Because the joy of feeling welcome starts from knowing you were expected.

Don Cristiano Mauri

After tasting certain dishes, one should change their name because they are no longer the same person.

Fabrizio Caramagna

At the table, we meet, chat, relax, laugh... Sometimes we tease each other, but good food acts as a peacemaker. It is capable of restoring good humor even after a tiring day.

Antonino Cannavacciuolo