About Us
Our Story
Food For Thoughts Consulting brings unparalleled expertise to the high-end hospitality sector, specializing in restaurant conceptualization, seamless operations, and strategic growth. With over 45 years of combined international experience, our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results, on time and on budget, while preserving your brand’s unique DNA.
Past Experiences/Clients
Our expertise is reflected in the success of renowned establishments worldwide. We invite you to explore the portfolio of high-end restaurants and brands we’ve had the privilege to partner with, contributing to their launch, growth, and sustained excellence.
Yann Chevris
Trained and qualified in hospitality in Paris, Yann Chevris brings over 30 years of extensive international experience to Food For Thoughts Consulting. He has a proven track record of successfully opening, managing, and expanding a diverse range of award-winning dining establishments, from cafes and bistros to large lifestyle restaurants and Michelin-starred venues.
Throughout his incredible career, Yann developed a unique talent for opening restaurants on time and on budget, consistently delivering expected DNA, quality, and results.
Now based in Dubai after 9 impactful years in KSA, Yann is ready for the next phase in his career, encompassing both consulting and investing.
Cosimo Butuc
Cosimo Butuc offers over 15 years of international hospitality experience across Europe and the Middle East. He has held key operational and leadership roles within some of the region’s most prominent F&B groups, with a background spanning restaurants, lifestyle venues, and fine dining.
Cosimo excels at managing high-performing teams and driving successful openings from concept to execution.
Currently based in Dubai, Cosimo focuses on operational optimization, SOP development, team structuring, and guest journey engineering, helping brands realign their service standards with strategic growth.
Past Experiences/Clients
Feature the high-end restaurants they have worked with, such as Urth Caffé (GCC expansion), MNKY HSE (London), Novikov (Dubai), Nozomi/Myazu (Riyadh), Margaux by Alain Ducasse (Dubai), L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon (London), Buddha Bar, and Nobu London.
NYUS Toasted Bread with Grape
Bread / Cream / Grape
8.50
NYUS Cheesy Fruits Cake
Cake / Fruits / Cheese