Tag: Michelin-Starred Restaurants

Michelin-Starred Restaurants, North, Restaurants in Rome, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Grosjean Vins: 400 Years of Heroic, Winemaking in Italy’s Aosta Valley

High in the Aosta Valley, where dramatic slopes meet crisp alpine air, the Grosjean family has cultivated vines since the early 1600s. Their story is one of heritage shaped by passion, with each generation caring for the same mountain soils. The modern rise of the estate began in the 1960s when Grandfather Dauphin committed fully to winemaking and bottled the family’s first Ciliegiolo. Its warm … Continue reading Grosjean Vins: 400 Years of Heroic, Winemaking in Italy’s Aosta Valley

Rowena Dumlao
Central Italy, Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy

Aminta: The Italian Countryside’s Michelin-Starred Showcase of Estate-Grown Ingredients

As a chef, sommelier, and third-generation restaurateur, Marco Bottega merges his family’s rustic roots with modern culinary ambition. His Michelin-starred Marco Bottega Restaurant, anchored within his family’s Aminta Resort in Genazzano’s hills, an hour from Rome—redefines fine dining. The resort’s 50-hectare estate fuels the restaurant: olive groves, orchards, forests, and pastures supply 80% of its ingredients, from heirloom vegetables to free-range meats. Sustainability drives every … Continue reading Aminta: The Italian Countryside’s Michelin-Starred Showcase of Estate-Grown Ingredients

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Northern Italy, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy

The Rizzos’ Il Desco: A Verona Icon’s 40-Year Michelin-Starred Journey

For over four decades, Il Desco has stood as an icon of refined dining in the heart of Verona. Since its opening in 1981, Il Desco has been shaking up Verona’s dining scene, transforming simple, hearty local fare into something bold, refined, and downright exciting. Elia Rizzo, the visionary chef behind the operation, didn’t just open a restaurant, he launched a revolution. With an unwavering … Continue reading The Rizzos’ Il Desco: A Verona Icon’s 40-Year Michelin-Starred Journey

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy, Southern Italy

A Star Rises in Baronissi, Campania: Cetaria’s Michelin-Worthy Journey

Step into Cetaria, and you’ll immediately sense the culinary magic unfolding in front of you in an intimate setting. Here, husband-and-wife team Salvatore Avallone and Federica Gatto have created an unforgettable dining experience, placing Baronissi firmly on Campania’s gourmet map. Salvatore, in the kitchen, crafts imaginative dishes, brilliantly reinterpreting traditional Campanian flavors with influences gathered from his extensive experiences abroad. Federica, recipient of the prestigious … Continue reading A Star Rises in Baronissi, Campania: Cetaria’s Michelin-Worthy Journey

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Restaurants, Southern Italy

Glicine Restaurant: Fine Dining with Amalfi Coast Views as Stunning as the Cuisine

You can’t miss the majestic Hotel Santa Caterina as you wind along the breathtaking roads of the Amalfi Coast. Standing tall for 145 years, this 19th-century Liberty-style white structure overlooking the sea on the Amalfi Coast, surrounded by lush bougainvillea and fragrant lemon groves. It is a vision of elegance, captivating at first glance and revealing even greater splendor inside. It epitomizes the perfect Amalfi Coast … Continue reading Glicine Restaurant: Fine Dining with Amalfi Coast Views as Stunning as the Cuisine

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Northern Italy, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy

Alfredo Russo’s Michelin-Starred Restaurant at the Royal Palace of Venaria, Piedmont

The only Michelin-starred restaurant housed within a royal palace, Dolce Stil Novo is where history, elegance, and haute cuisine come together in an experience like no other. Located atop the Royal Palace of Venaria, just above the Diana Gallery and a step below the sky, this celebrated restaurant offers sweeping views of the Gardens, the Fishpond, the Court of Honor, and the Stag Fountain. More … Continue reading Alfredo Russo’s Michelin-Starred Restaurant at the Royal Palace of Venaria, Piedmont

Rowena Dumlao
Central Italy, Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy

Linfa in San Gimignano: A Star on Tuscany’s Culinary Map

San Gimignano, often called the “Manhattan of the Middle Ages,” is one of Tuscany’s most captivating gems. World-famous for its architecture characterized by numerous medieval towers, the town once boasted 72 of these striking structures, built by wealthy families as symbols of power. Today, only 14 remain, yet they still create a unique skyline that rises above the rolling Tuscan hills. This UNESCO World Heritage … Continue reading Linfa in San Gimignano: A Star on Tuscany’s Culinary Map

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Restaurants

A Michelin-Starred Evening at Gramercy Tavern in New York

Gramercy Tavern, situated in New York City’s Flatiron District, has long been recognized as one of the city’s top dining destinations. Since opening its doors in 1994, this iconic American restaurant has grown from a promising newcomer into a culinary institution, earning a Michelin star and setting a benchmark for excellence not just in New York, but worldwide. From the moment you step into Gramercy … Continue reading A Michelin-Starred Evening at Gramercy Tavern in New York

Rowena Dumlao
Central Italy, Hotels in Italy, Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy

Preserving the Umbrian Heritage at Vespasia Restaurant of Palazzo Seneca in Norcia

Within the historic walls of Palazzo Seneca, a noble residence steeped in 16th-century charm, lies Vespasia, the only Michelin-starred restaurant of Norcia which was earned in 2014. Located in the heart of Norcia’s historic center, just a stone’s throw from the iconic San Benedetto Square and the bustling main street, Vespasia takes guests on a captivating gastronomic journey. Originally the residence of the esteemed Seneca … Continue reading Preserving the Umbrian Heritage at Vespasia Restaurant of Palazzo Seneca in Norcia

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Northern Italy, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy

Schöneck Restaurant: A Premier Alpine Destination in Falzes, South Tyrol

In the quaint village of Falzes, a short distance from Brunico, lies Schöneck, a multi-awarded restaurant including the prestigious Michelin star awarded in 1996, that’s renowned for its celebration of South Tyrolean cuisine and gastronomic excellence. For nearly three decades, this culinary oasis has captivated diners with its blend of traditional cuisine and creative flair, offering a warm and inviting ambiance reminiscent of a luxurious … Continue reading Schöneck Restaurant: A Premier Alpine Destination in Falzes, South Tyrol

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Restaurants, Restaurants in Europe

A Fine Dining Journey Through Maltese Fusion Cuisine at Noni Restaurant in Valletta

Tucked in the heart of Valletta, Malta’s capital, Noni Restaurant offers a culinary journey where Maltese flavors meet innovation. Led by award-winning and Michelin-starred Chef Jonathan Brincat, who’s also known as Noni, and his sister, Ritienne Brincat, the Restaurant Manager, this intimate dining establishment brings together the rich flavors of Maltese and Mediterranean cuisine with a contemporary twist. Noni’s philosophy revolves around honoring local traditions … Continue reading A Fine Dining Journey Through Maltese Fusion Cuisine at Noni Restaurant in Valletta

Rowena Dumlao
Center, Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Restaurants, Restaurants in Rome, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Castello di Querceto Chianti Classico Gran Selezione: Il Picchio and La Corte

The role of the Francois family of Castello di Querceto is profound in the viticultural history of Tuscany. Since 1897 when Carlo Francois purchased the castle built in the Middle Ages located in Greve in Chianti. Of French origin, the family can count among its members some illustrious ancestors such as the brothers Giuseppe, a talented mathematician, and Alessandro, a famous archaeologist. In relation to … Continue reading Castello di Querceto Chianti Classico Gran Selezione: Il Picchio and La Corte

Rowena Dumlao
Central Italy, Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy

L’Acciuga in Perugia, The Contemporary Italian Kitchen of Chef Marco Lagrimino That Defines Quality

The first thing you ask yourself when you arrive outside Ristorante L’Acciuga is if you are in the right address. Located in a commercial area surrounded by furniture shops and car dealerships, in the outskirts of Perugia, the Michelin-starred restaurant can be easily reached with the availability of parking all around the structure. However, once you step inside the restaurant, the path takes you to … Continue reading L’Acciuga in Perugia, The Contemporary Italian Kitchen of Chef Marco Lagrimino That Defines Quality

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Northern Italy, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy

Fine Culinary Panorama of Piedmont on the Hills of Langhe at Borgo Sant’Anna with Chef Pasquale Làera

Borgo Sant’Anna, a Michelin-starred gem in Langhe, Piedmont, showcases culinary excellence by chef Pasquale Laera and maître Fabio Mirici Cappa. Continue reading Fine Culinary Panorama of Piedmont on the Hills of Langhe at Borgo Sant’Anna with Chef Pasquale Làera

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Northern Italy, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy, Wineries in Italy

Haute Cuisine Blends with White Art at Family-Owned Casa Mazzucchelli in Bologna

Seventeen kilometers to the south of Bologna, one of northern Italy’s gastronomic and cultural cities, lies Sasso Marconi. Here, surrounded by a panorama of countryscape, the green hills of Bologna and the Tuscan-Emilian Apennins, sprawls Casa Mazzucchelli, an elegant relaxing structure that beckons you to go in and enjoy the hospitality of the Mazzucchelli family with siblings Massimo in the dining room and Aurora in … Continue reading Haute Cuisine Blends with White Art at Family-Owned Casa Mazzucchelli in Bologna

Rowena Dumlao