Croatian chef Mario Mandarić (Photo: Supplied)
Young Croatian chef Mario Mandarić, who has worked in some of the world’s best restaurants, including Heston Blumenthal’s legendary The Fat Duck in Bray, has been nominated for the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30.
The list by Forbes magazine recognises leading figures around the world under 30 across various industries. We caught up with Mandarić to find out more about him.
Born in the Dalmatian city of Split, Mandarić grew up in nearby Omiš just down the coast. After dropping out of high school, he decided that a career in the kitchen would be his thing and started to learn the craft in restaurants.