Once through the entrance gate, make your way through an orchard planted with citrus trees to get to this restaurant occupying a charming, carefully restored 19C “palmento” (a building once used for fermenting wine) that has retained its magical and romantic atmosphere. Here, Giuseppe Raciti’s top-quality cuisine is showcased on themed tasting menus from which dishes can also be chosen à la carte. The chef’s recipes are full of references to the island, as well as personal influences which he describes as “ricordi, viaggi, esperienze” (memories, travels, experiences). Elegant guestrooms dotted around the property add to the appeal of this truly idyllic property.

Zash Restaurant in Archi, Sicily

Unique Features and Highlights

• Located in a charming, carefully restored 19C "palmento" (a building once used for fermenting wine) that has retained its magical and romantic atmosphere.
• Themed tasting menus showcasing Giuseppe Raciti's top-quality cuisine, with dishes that put Sicily centre stage.
• Excellent wine list with specialities reinterpreted in impressive, modern style.

Notable Dishes

• Charcoal-grilled tuna ventresca with smoked aubergines, grapefruit, red onion and teriyaki sauce was particularly memorable.

Signature Ingredients

• Citrus fruits from the orchard: The restaurant's own citrus orchard provides a variety of fresh citrus fruits that are used in various dishes. These fruits are carefully selected and prepared to enhance their natural flavors.
• Sicilian tuna: The restaurant highlights its commitment to using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, including Sicilian tuna, which is featured in several menu items.
• Smoked aubergines: Smoked aubergines are used as a key ingredient in the charcoal-grilled tuna ventresca dish, adding a rich and smoky flavor. The chef reinterprets this traditional ingredient in an impressive, modern style.
• Grapefruit: Grapefruit is another citrus fruit that is used in various dishes, including the charcoal-grilled tuna ventresca. Its tartness adds a nice balance to the richness of other ingredients.

Tasting Menus

• Tasting Menu 1: €180 (6 courses) and €220 (8 courses)
• Tasting Menu 2: €250 (10 courses)

A La Carte

• Charcoal-grilled tuna ventresca with smoked aubergines, grapefruit, red onion and teriyaki sauce: €45

Note: Prices are subject to change and may not be up-to-date.