Villa Feltrinelli
Gargnano, Italy
⭐2 Stars
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Villa Feltrinelli was the lakeside holiday home of the Milanese family of the same name, who chose this beautiful location on Lake Garda for its scenery of rugged mountains and its relaxing ambience. Today, over a century later, this beautiful setting is home to a luxury hotel and restaurant. Sip an aperitif on the lakeside, then move to the beautiful terrace or elegant dining room to enjoy Stefano Baiocco’s surprise tasting menu which features freshwater fish, seafood and the finest cuts of Italian meat, all expertly prepared and skilfully flavoured with different aromatic herbs. In short, this restaurant has it all – timeless appeal, striking architecture and breathtaking beauty.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
- Incorporation of Local Flavors: The restaurant incorporates fresh flowers and herbs from the garden, and local fish is served daily, reflecting the "Lemon Riviera" influence with a great lemon zest in dishes.
- Unique Dining Experience: The restaurant offers a surprise tasting menu featuring freshwater fish, seafood, and Italian meats, all expertly prepared and flavored with aromatic herbs, creating a memorable culinary experience.
- Accommodating Cuisine: The chef accommodates specific dietary requests, such as a no-meat agenda, while maintaining the high culinary standards of a two-Michelin-starred restaurant.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
- Burdock Roots: Featured in the "garden dish," burdock roots are combined with wild cherries, hops, rampion, and a special vinaigrette and romesco sauce, highlighting the restaurant's emphasis on plant-based ingredients.
- Sea Lemons: Used in the signature dish "spaghetti with coffee and sea lemons," where bitter and briny notes intertwine, showcasing the chef's creativity in combining flavors.
- Wild Cherries: Part of the "garden dish," wild cherries add a unique flavor profile to the dish, emphasizing the use of fresh and natural ingredients.
- Arctic Char: This freshwater fish is expertly prepared and flavored with aromatic herbs, reflecting the restaurant's skill in integrating fish into its menu.