Dal Pescatore
Runate, Italy
⭐3 Stars
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Having held three Michelin stars since 1996 (an Italian record), this restaurant is situated in the village of Runate which lies between Cremona and Mantova and has just a few dozen inhabitants. Now close to celebrating half a century in business, Dal Pescatore is run by an extraordinary couple who have transformed what was an old family inn into a temple of elegance and hospitality. Antonio Santini oversees the front of house, while his wife Nadia is at the helm in the kitchen, aided by sons Giovanni and Alberto. In a setting boasting an elegant mix of old and new, where space, light and colours combine to create an enchanting ambience, enjoy memorable dishes that have evolved over the decades, improving year after year without ever succumbing to modern trends so that the focus is always on flavour and the joy of good food. Dal Pescatore boasts a fairy-tale setting, occupying a delightful country house in the Parco dell’Oglio.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
- Sustainable Farm-to-Table Approach: Dal Pescatore incorporates a "Cascina Runate" project, featuring 1,000m² of vegetable gardens, orchards, six beehives, cattle, and a woodland, supporting zero-mile cuisine.
- Family Legacy and Evolution: The restaurant has evolved from a simple taverna to a three-Michelin-starred establishment, with a history spanning nearly a century and involvement across four generations of the Santini family.
- Innovative Menu with French Influences: The menu combines classic Italian flavors with French cuisine influences, reflecting Nadia Santini's culinary experiences in France, such as dishes like foie gras with passion fruit and sweet wine.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
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(Note: Dal Pescatore is located in Canneto sull’Oglio, not Runate. If you meant Dal Pescatore in Canneto sull’Oglio, here is the corrected list:)
If you meant Dal Pescatore, Canneto sull’Oglio:
- Pumpkin (Zucca): Used in the signature Tortelli di Zucca, providing a sweet, mellow base for the filling.
- Amaretti Biscuits: Crumbled into the tortelli filling, adding a nutty, almond sweetness and texture.
- Mostarda (Mustard-Flavored Fruit Syrup): A confit of fruit preserved in a spicy mustard syrup, used to balance the sweetness of the pumpkin and add a piquant note.
- Parmigiano Reggiano: Aged cheese from the region, incorporated into the tortelli filling for depth and umami.
- Chianina Beef (in Tortellini di Chianina): Delicate, earthy beef filling in another signature pasta, highlighted by green pea and Jerusalem artichoke sauce.
(If you specifically require information about a Michelin-starred restaurant named Dal Pescatore in Runate, no such establishment is documented in available sources.)