The World’s 50 Best: Le Calandre (Rubano)

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I choose to celebrate my 50th Birthday (50 years old!) in a special place: Le Calandre in Rubano, a suburb of Padova. Under the magnificent guidance of Massimiliano Alajmo (the youngest chef to be awarded 3 Michelin Stars in the … Continue reading

Percorsi Stellati/Starred Journeys: Tokuyoshi (Milano)

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To understand the idea behind Restaurant Tokuyoshi you just need to read Chef Yoji Tokuyoshi ‘s quote in the restaurant web site : Yoji calls his cuisine “contaminated Italian cuisine” mixing his Japanese heritage with the Italian influences. I would also add … Continue reading

Percorsi Stellati/Starred Journeys: Enoteca Pinchiorri (Firenze)

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When I decided to leave my previous job at Banca Monte Paschi di Siena to move back to Milan, my colleagues gave me a farewell gift that probably is one of the most appreciated ever: a 2 persons dinner at … Continue reading

Percorsi stellati/Starred Journeys: Seta (Milano)

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Seta and its chef Antonio Guida were awarded 1 Michelin Star in 2016, and 2 Michelin Stars in 2017. In my opinion is the best restaurant in Milan at the moment I am writing this post. Located inside the Mandarin Hotel … Continue reading

Percorsi stellati/Starred Journeys: Villa Crespi (Orta San Giulio – Novara)

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Today was Antonino Cannavacciuolo day. His restaurant is located in the fascinating Villa Crespi , a magnificent villa in moorish style built in 1879 by the cotton tycoon Cristoforo Benigno Crespi, who wanted to bring the charm of Baghdad back to his beloved … Continue reading

Percorsi Stellati/Starred Journeys: Berton (Milano)

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Sono stato invitato dal mio amico Francesco, grande food enthusiast, per un veloce pranzo di lavoro e come al solito accade con i suoi inviti, le aspettative sono state più che rispettate. Siamo andati al Ristorante Berton, il nuovo ristorante … Continue reading

Percorsi stellati/Starred Journeys: Al Pont de Ferr (Milano)

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For my 46th birthday I decided to give me an intriguing gift: a lunch with my love at “Al Pont de Ferr” Restaurant. Located in the charming area of “Navigli” in Milan in Ripa di Porta Ticinese 55, Al Pont de Ferr … Continue reading

Percorsi stellati/Starred Journeys: Anna Stuben (Ortisei)

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Restaurant Anna Stuben is a surprising gourmet spot in the breathtaking scenario of Dolomites at Ortisei. Awarded with 1 Michelin Star under the guidance of chef Reimund Brunner, Anna Stuben proposes an intriguing menu that leverages, as it is well described in … Continue reading

Percorsi stellati/Starred Journeys: Trussardi alla Scala (Milano)

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Located next door to the iconic Teatro alla Scala in Milan, at the first floor of the Trussardi’s flagship store, the restaurant Trussardi alla Scala is definitely a pleasant surprise in the overall milanese gastronomic landscape. Under the superb guidance of the … Continue reading

Otto e Mezzo Bombana (Shanghai)

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I know that the “original” Otto e Mezzo Bombana, the one ranked n.39 in the 2013 “World’s 50 Best Restautants” list is the one in Hong Kong. But given that the Chef Umberto Bombana decided in 2010 to open the “twin restaurant” also in … Continue reading