"A snowstorm like this has never been seen before." The white blanket that enveloped New York City between February 22nd and 23rd took Giacomo Galante, 44, by surprise. He has Sardinian roots and a love of cooking , a passion that took him first to Europe and then to the United States. Here he realized the American dream. Originally from Siniscola , he has been chef at a well-known Italian restaurant in downtown Manhattan for three years . The restaurant has lowered its shutters during these days of inclement weather, and Giacomo is enjoying the enchanting scenery. From his home, he can tell of the apocalyptic snow.

"The storm brought a 2-whiteout, meaning near-zero visibility with accumulations exceeding 50-60 centimeters in some areas," he explains, "paralyzing the city, forcing the closure of schools, businesses, roads, and traffic." From Miami to Berlin and then back to the United States, where he has chosen to remain. From assistant chef to culinary manager , chef responsible for the entire organization and gastronomic experience at each location, a key player in the management and curation of the dishes and menus, Giacomo creates and unleashes his imagination, incorporating more than a handful of traditional Sardinian cuisine into his dishes. Enchanted by the snowfall that washed away the colors, creating a suspended and silent atmosphere, the chef is already thinking about his next menu.

" This is a magical moment experienced with a visit to Central Park , covered in a white cloak that purifies and offers a promise of rebirth." An emotion shared with family and relatives who live in Sardinia. A piece of the island that remains in Giacomo's heart, immersed in the magic that absorbs the sounds but not the flavors of his homeland.