About The Club Amore
Andrea Provino
Founder of The Club Amore
Former Restaurant Owner & Former Captain
Andrea Provino is a hospitality operator and founder with an international background in leadership and operations.
Born in Bagheria, a coastal town in Sicily just outside Palermo, Andrea grew up surrounded by family, strong personalities, and a fast-paced everyday rhythm, with the sea always close by.
He began his career at a young age working on yachts and later on cruise ships, which took him across the Mediterranean and around the world, from China to Dubai, the Caribbean, and Northern Europe. Over time, he worked his way up to captain, managing crews and day-to-day operations while developing a strong foundation in discipline, adaptability, and leadership in high-pressure environments.
After 2020, Andrea moved to the United States and shifted his focus to hospitality.
In San Diego, he founded the Italian restaurant Osteria Cotto e Mangiato, developing the concept from the ground up and growing it into a well-recognized local destination through hands-on leadership, strong team culture, and a focus on guest experience. After scaling the business, he exited to focus on new ventures.
Now based in Encinitas, Andrea leads The Club Amore with a focus on connecting people to Italy through travel, culture, and shared experiences, shaped by both his Sicilian roots and his international experience.