806 Baltimore Rd, Rockville, MD 20851
About Us
La Speranza
Chef Amy Riolo
La Speranza
La Speranza hand made Italian food options includes homemade pasta, Neapolitan brick oven wood fired pizza which is cooked in a mere 90 seconds
Our Chef
Chef Amy Riolo
La Speranza
Neptali Mendoza, is an experienced chef who has worked in many well known restaurants to gain knowledge and have familiarity with the preparation of Italian cuisine. The newly founded La Speranza Restaurant.
Neptali’s journey in the world of culinary arts started at the Michelin guide, Obelisk Italian Restaurant(2006-2010) where he wor
Neptali Mendoza, is an experienced chef who has worked in many well known restaurants to gain knowledge and have familiarity with the preparation of Italian cuisine. The newly founded La Speranza Restaurant.
Neptali’s journey in the world of culinary arts started at the Michelin guide, Obelisk Italian Restaurant(2006-2010) where he worked under the owner, Peter Pastan, a well-known chef in DC. While working in preparation, he learned the production of fresh pastas and the backstage environment of a restaurant's kitchen. RedRocks Pizzeria in Alexandria, Virginia, was the next step for Neptali as he worked as the kitchen manager. Neptali was able to gain even more understanding and capability on how a successful restaurant is run and the work ethic it entails. Baronessa Italian Restaurant, was the final step before opening La Speranza Restaurant, as Neptali worked as the sous chef there.
Chef Amy Riolo
Chef Amy Riolo
Chef Amy Riolo
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Loved the hand Made Pasta and Pizza in a Marra Forni Wood Fire Pizza Oven .
Chef Amy Riolo Italian Culinary Ambassador in Washington . Named By the President of the Republic . Best selling Author of 18 books .