Welcome to The Ciao Down Culinary Studio
Where bold ideas become unforgettable bites.
The Ciao Down Culinary Studio is our home base, a creative playground where chefs, makers, and dreamers bring new dining concepts to life. It's where we test, taste, and fine tune every detail until it's ready to stand on its own.
Our studio lives next door to Tucson Hop Shop and is designed to evolve. Each time one of our concepts "graduates" to its own location, a new idea takes its place in the studio. Keeping the energy fresh and the flavors constantly changing.
Now Serving: The Nacho Nook
Our second studio concept, The Nacho Nook reimagines the classic nacho. Loaded with house-crafted green chili queso, mesquite grilled proteins, and fresh ingredients.
It's not just nachos.
It's a whole new way to share food, connect, and kick back with amigos.
Come get Nooked!
CULINARY STUDIO
General Manager
Zach Luna
Meet Zach, our passionate culinary enthusiast and hospitality professional at Ciao Down. Zach embodies the spirit of creativity and dedication in the kitchen. At Ciao Down, Zach has found not just a job, but a place where his skills and talents have been given the opportunity to shine.
Through his journey at Ciao Down, Zach has rediscovered his passion for culinary arts and hospitality. He has played a significant role in defining the identity of our culinary studio, where we inspire, push, and support each other to achieve our dreams.
