Reimagining Dining: A Chef and Designer’s Joint Vision
Monday 8 September —
16:00
- 16:45
The Talks — Hall 6
Description
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of IDA, his first restaurant, acclaimed chef Denny Imbroisi entrusted interior designer Christophe Bro with the mission of reimagining the energy of a space rich with memories—one that embodies his roots, his family, and Italy.
An expert in hospitality design, Bro set out to strike a balance between tradition, innovation, and authenticity, creating a textured and contemporary atmosphere.
How can the creative dialogue between a chef and a spatial designer transform a restaurant into a place that stimulates—and delights—all the senses?
Participants
Denny ImbroisiChef
Christophe BroSpace and product designer & founder - BRO
Stéphanie CaumontStrategic Marketing, Digital & Innovation Consultant
Denny Imbroisi
Chef
Denny Imbroisi, a passionate Italian chef, discovered cooking at the age of 14 in his family's restaurant in Mantua. After training in prestigious establishments such as San Domenico (Italy) and alongside Mauro Colagreco, William Ledeuil, and Alain Ducasse in France, he stood out for his creativity and technical mastery. In 2015, he opened IDA in Paris, blending Italian tradition with innovation. This was followed by Epoca, Malro, Quindici, and Cucucina—now must-visit destinations. In 2025, he fulfilled a dream with Ischia, a tribute to his southern Calabrian roots and to the Italian island that inspires him so much—a symbol of his love for the peninsula and its rich gastronomy. Denny showcases Italian cuisine in France with passion and creativity, combining tradition and modernity.
Christophe Bro
Space and product designer & founder - BRO
Christophe Bro, a spatial and product designer, has been a key figure in the Parisian and French hospitality scene for over 10 years, with more than 100 venues imagined and brought to life. He is behind commercially successful reinventions such as Rose du Pont in Chamonix, Nelson’s at the former Paris Stock Exchange, and Mosugo with Mory Sacko at Galeries Lafayette. Christophe composes stories through volume—giving meaning to places, materials, and spaces. He sculpts, stretches, and asserts identities with bold markers, signature gimmicks, or totems that invite visitor appropriation. The result is immersive, warm environments that offer a unique and distinctive experience. The power of a purposeful line—and purposeful design.
Stéphanie Caumont
Strategic Marketing, Digital & Innovation Consultant
Stéphanie Caumont has been supporting home sector brands for over twenty years in defining their brand platforms and marketing and digital strategies. She has worked with companies such as Dulux Valentine and HomeByMe. Through her blog Dkomag, she analyzes weekly trends, brand news, and innovations (including AI) in the sector. As a guest lecturer, she has spoken at institutions such as Sup de Pub and the Chambre des Métiers. Author of the guide "Marketing de la décoration," she analyzes industry strategies through 20 case studies, covering storytelling, sensory & experiential marketing, influence, and foresight.