Archive for October, 2020
Perfect mix of modern and traditional dishes: Osteria La Libera (23. October 2020)
The Osteria La Libera is an upper-class Osteria and more like a typical restaurant as the interior design is modern and appealing and doesn’t have any traditional elements of a classical osteria. That doesn’t make it any more less appealing though. You have to book in advance as else you will not stand a chance […]
Lovely place for a pre-dinner drink: Bar @ Corte Gondina (23. October 2020)
The Corte Gondina in La Morra is a lovely, small boutique hotel which is located perfectly between Alba and Barolo so between Truffle and Wine. And they have a small bar which is great to eat and drink something before going for dinner. The selection of open wines is rather limited but if you are […]
Perfect for a late afternoon wine pit stop: Easy Così Wine Bar Barolo (23. October 2020)
If you are looking for a simple place where you can get a glass of wine and something to nibble on, I can definitely recommend you the ‘easy così wine bar’ – the place is tiny (about 4-5 tables) and there isn’t really much you can get but some wine, sparkling wine or beer and […]
An ambrosial truffle and wine experience: Osteria La Cantinella (23. October 2020)
What you experience at the Osteria La Cantinella is ambrosial to your taste buds. The deliciousness of the dishes and the generosity and friendliness of the restaurant owners is just out of this world. As it was during truffle season, of course one wanted to have an overload of truffle. So the “veal tatar with […]
Worth coming for the mouth-watering starter: Restaurant Smith and de Luma (20. October 2020)
I had paid a visit to the Restaurant Smith and de Luma a couple of times in the past (2017, 2020) and for me it has always been a safe bet in terms of quality of food and service. While one is still true, I’m not entirely signing the other part anymore. Once you’re seated […]
Kapaun – a castrated rooster for dinner: Restaurant Blasenberg (18. October 2020)
The Restaurant Blasenberg isn’t really located anywhere central, so you either have to drive up here by car or through a little hike. For me, it was the “hike version”. Once you have arrived up there, you wonder what is so special about the place – but you will figure soon. As a start to […]
If you’re into meat, don’t come on Tuesdays: Restaurant The Butcher & His Daughter (22. September 2020)
I had read about “The Butcher & His Daughter” lately and was quite intrigued by the reviews. What I didn’t know was that they have a “veggie day” on Tuesdays. So my tip is, don’t come on Tuesdays if you want to eat meat. To be fair, if you don’t want to eat vegetarian, they […]
Absolutely atmospheric location and good dishes: Restaurant Villa Schweizerhof (19. September 2020)
It is years ago since I’ve been to the Villa Schweizerhof which back then was called “Villa Häusermatte” (see review) and I must say, I liked it back then and also this time, it was definitely a great experience. Once you’re seated, some bread with olive oil is served. Once you’ve ordered, the menu starts […]
