Meet Noah Frese

Executive Chef, Siro's and Noah's Italian

A second-generation chef from Albany, New York, Noah Frese discovered his passion for cooking at the age of 12. After high school, he moved to Manhattan to pursue his culinary dreams, putting himself through The International Culinary Center, where he trained in classic French cuisine. Noah honed his craft under the guidance of Master Chef Daniel Boulud before heading to Charlotte, North Carolina, where he became Head Chef at Barcelona Wine Bar and mastered the art of tapas-style dining.

Upon returning to New York, Noah served as Executive Sous Chef at 677 Prime before bringing his talent and vision to The Roosevelt Room, where he introduced a fresh take on fine dining in the Capital Region. During his first year, he won the Rising Star Chef Competition and took first place at the 2023 Albany Boys & Girls Club Great Futures Gala.

In 2024, Noah joined the team at Siro's in Saratoga Springs, where his leadership helped deliver one of the most successful seasons to date. As a result of that success, Siro's owner Peter Spitalny and Chef Noah are set to open a new concept-Noah's Italian-slated to launch in downtown Saratoga Springs in the summer of 2025.

Meet Dylan Burkhart

Executive Sous Chef, Siro's and Noah's Italian

Dylan Burkhart is the Executive Sous Chef at Siros and Noah's Italian, where he brings a deep passion for creating memorable dining experiences. A proud graduate of Lansingburgh High School and MCLA, where he studied Business Management and Marketing, Dylan pairs strong leadership with creative culinary vision. His journey in the kitchen began humbly as a dishwasher in a local pizza shop, and through hard work and dedication, he rose to become Executive Chef at Black and Blue Steak and Crab. For Dylan, cooking isn't just a career-it's a calling. Now, he's excited to bring his expertise to the Saratoga community and deliver a one-of-a-kind culinary experience.

Meet Cody Nguyen

Sous Chef, Siro's and Noah's Italian

Cody Nguyen serves as Sous Chef at Siro's and Noah's Italian, where he thrives on creating unforgettable dining experiences. Graduating from SUNY Schenectady Community College in 2019, Cody discovered his passion for fine dining at 677 Prime. Starting as Chef de Cuisine, he later became Executive Chef at Sea Smoke, showcasing his versatile culinary skills. Unlike many chefs, Cody's culinary journey is shaped by his love for travel and eagerness to master diverse techniques, which inspired his culinary school education.