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Reviewers rave about the Brandacujun, a creamy salt cod dish that steals the show. The overall vibe is rustic, hearty, and deeply comforting, like a warm embrace from Ligurian tradition.
“This is pure tradition — brandacujun, which is baccalà and potatoes with pine nuts and olives. A classic start.”
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An incredible location in a historic well, with traditional Ligurian dishes executed perfectly — a memorable dinner.
Dishes mentioned
Brandacujun
This is pure tradition — brandacujun, which is baccalà and potatoes with pine nuts and olives. A classic start.
Tris di Battuta di Fassona Piemontese
I have a trio of Fassona Piemontese beef tartare: one with pesto, one with caramelised red Tropea onions, and one with a kiss of smoke — smoked. I start with the smoked one. You can really taste the smoke, the meat melts in your mouth. Next, the caramelised onions — incredible, sweet, they go perfectly. I finish with the pesto one. Oh, the pesto is so good, can I say it? It's too good.
Mandilli de Sea
And speaking of pesto, the mandilli de sea — I have to say it again — they make the pesto themselves, it's delicious, super creamy.
Gnocchetti di Patate Viola su Fonduta di Parmigiano
Next, purple potato gnocchetti on a Parmesan fondue. It smells of marjoram, and on top there's crispy guanciale. Still steaming. The guanciale is crispy and very flavourful. Then the taste of Parmesan comes through. You can also taste the marjoram — it's a balanced dish.
Filetto al Tartufo Nero
We couldn't not try the fillet with black truffle. While I talk, I show you the truffle shaving they did in front of us — they'll do it for you too if you ask. Let's cut into it. What a smell! So good! It's delicious. The meat is incredibly tender. It surprised me.
