La Credenza
San Maurizio Canavese, Italy
1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Three dining rooms with a modern atmosphere–one of which overlooking a small garden where in the summer there is room for just three tables, so book early if you want to eat outdoors, weather permitting–and a cuisine that starts from a Piedmont base to then wander off along more creative, sometimes even orientalizing paths. A remarkable wine cellar, approximately 1700 labels illustrated in two volumes in addition to which there is an extensive choice by the glass.
From Visitor Experiences
A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation
- La Credenza uniquely blends traditional Piedmontese cuisine with innovative and sometimes oriental flavors, creating a distinctive dining experience.
A Historic Wine Cellar
- The restaurant features a wine cellar dating back to the 1700s, where carefully selected wines are stored in a beautifully preserved environment of brick, stone, and walnut wood.
Personalized Dining Experience
- Guests often have the opportunity to interact with Chef Giovanni Grasso, who personally engages with diners to enhance their culinary journey, ensuring a memorable and tailored experience.
From Visitor Experiences
Signature Ingredients
- Risotto alla mela verde: A unique dish featuring green apple, hazelnuts, celery, and tonka beans, showcasing the restaurant's innovative approach to traditional risotto while incorporating fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- Palamita tiepida: This warm palamita (a type of fish) is served with green apples, wasabi broccoli, and salmon roe, highlighting the restaurant's emphasis on fresh seafood and creative flavor combinations.
- Ravioli di maiale: These pork ravioli are paired with puntarelle and a red wine reduction, reflecting the restaurant's dedication to using high-quality meats and traditional Italian pasta-making techniques.
- Guanciale brasato: Braised pork cheek served with peas and a rich brown sauce, this dish exemplifies the restaurant's focus on slow-cooked, flavorful meats that are deeply rooted in Piedmontese cuisine.
- Gnocchi alla Parigina: A dish made with peas and sautéed guanciale, topped with Grana Padano fondue, showcasing the restaurant's ability to blend classic Italian flavors with modern culinary techniques.
- Sottofiletto di sanato Piemontese: This dish features Piedmontese beef tenderloin served with asparagus, potatoes, fondue, and truffle caviar, emphasizing the restaurant's commitment to local sourcing and high-quality ingredients.
From Visitor Reviews
Tasting Menu
- Gastronomic Menu: €100
Signature Dishes
- Palamita tiepida, mele verdi, broccoli al wasabi e uova di salmone: €22
- Melanzane fritte, Fontina e misticanza: €20
- Risotto alla mela verde, nocciole, sedano e fave di tonka: €22
- Sottofiletto di sanato Piemontese, asparagi, patate, fonduta e caviale al tartufo: €30