Chef Carlo Di Salvo grew up just outside of Barrie in Elmvale ON and couldn't wait for the chance to return home and begin his dream of owning and operating his very own restaurant.  In the late Summer of 2008 his dream came true and Dine-esty Restaurant & Lounge open it's doors.

Chef Carlo has earned the title of an Inter-Provincial Designated Red Seal Chef rained under World Culinary Olympics Champion Chef Daniel Esposito.

Chef Carlo has over 11 years experience in professional kitchens all over the map, but started his culinary career early at the age of 7 when he washed dishes in one of his fathers many restaurants.

Chef Carlo specializes in Classical French Cuisine but has a special passion and talent for Asian Flavours and techniques which is the inspiration behind Dine-esty! This is without a doubt is forte. His father is from Napoli and so you can be sure that his tomato sauce is pretty amazing too.

Chef Carlo also offers Catering Services out of his
NEW EMPIRE CATERING label. Featuring world class innovative cuisine for all occasions and events.
Professional, reliable service anywhere, anytime for all styles, tastes & budgets.
Personalized  menus to suite your needs, help you impress your guests and stand out from the rest!
WEDDINGS, CORPORATE, SPECIAL EVENTS, BANQUETS, DINNER PARTIES, BUSINESS FUNCTIONS

email: newempire@live.ca

phone: 705.252.4891

website: Coming Soon ~ www.dine-esty.empire.ca