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Marco Polo - Ventimiglia (IM)

The Marco Polo restaurant, run for three generations by the Pani family, is located in a beautiful seafront position on the Ventimiglia promenade. The place is unmistakable: a building entirely made of wood, like a chalet, which stands out among the other signs of the beach establishments. The interiors are also completely made of wood: the overall atmosphere, warm and welcoming, may initially amaze with its originality in the context. The entrance precedes the two dining rooms. The main one has a rectangular plan, well-spaced tables and overlooks the private beach through large windows and a French door. In the kitchen there is Diego Pani, a young and concrete chef. Among his experiences, the kitchens of Vittorio Beltramelli, Joël Robuchon, Guy Savoy and three years at Louis XV in Monte Carlo together with Alain Ducasse. Marina Pani, sister of the Chef, and Sommelier Mattia Cavalli take care of the service in the room, which is precise, impeccable and extremely atte...

Guido Ristorante - Serralunga d'Alba (CN)

Guido Ristorante, the historic and prestigious jewel of the Alciati family, who have owned it for generations, is located in the splendid Villa Reale of Tenuta Fontanafredda, a nature reserve in Serralunga d'Alba, majestically nestled among the hills of the Langhe.
The main entrance is located at the rear of the building, facing a large gravel parking area.
The magnificent main hall has parquet floors, sumptuous chandeliers with crystal drops complemented by an original system of outdoor spotlights with reflective steel panels, and minimalist furnishings, consisting exclusively of curtains and shelves containing frames with old photographs, skillfully illuminated from below.
The elegantly set tables are well spaced, allowing for complete privacy even in such an open environment.
On the other side of the stairs, there are a series of small and large rooms, all featuring partially restored original floors and magnificent frescoed ceilings.
At Guido Ristorante, you will experience the authentic tradition of Piedmontese cuisine in a prestigious and classy location.
Ugo Alciati's cuisine is deeply rooted in local products, traditional yet sophisticated (with careful attention to the aesthetic presentation, as expected from a cuisine of this caliber), technically sound yet not overly technological, exciting in its many facets: the cuisine of a great chef, a great professional even before an artist.
His dishes are deliberately simple, never overloaded but not minimalist either, simply balanced with wisdom.
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