COn the arrival of the summer and its longer days, the desire to go out and enjoy a lunch or a nice dinner in company increases, whether it is outdoors, indoors or on a panoramic terrace. Here are five restaurants to try this June.
Breathtaking location on the Gulf of Naples, the restaurant Belle Époque within the Excelsior Park of Capri of Authentic Hotels It offers a typically Mediterranean cuisine, excellent wines and refinement, all immersed between the sea and the natural beauty of the island of Capri. On Lake Como there is no less, two restaurants offer different views but equally spectacular. In Bellagio, in the nineteenth -century residence of Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni is found Mistralperfect for a lunch or dinner lake view with the snow of the Alps in the background. Moving on the other side of the lake, in Como, an ancient seater has become Terrace 241, The terrace of the Hilton Lago di Como, with a 360 degree view on the lake, seems to be on the bow of a ship.
For those who choose to stay in the city, do not worry, a stone’s throw from the Milan Scala in Milan Don Carlos It will immerse you in the world of opera, with mosaics of portraits of opera authors, and copies of sketches for costumes and scenography, and obviously delicious dishes. Who needs to breathe fresh air, the terrace of The Organics Sky Garden In Milan it is the perfect alternative to make a journey of flavors: the new menu ranges between the equatorial kitchens in a kind, elegant, perfect location for both aperitifs and dinners.
The Belle Epoque Restaurant, located in the prestigious Excelsior Park of Capri of Authentic Hotels, offers an exclusive gastronomic experience, enriched by a breathtaking panoramic view of the Gulf of Naples. The elegant atmosphere, the refinement of hospitality and the timeless charm of the location complete culinary excellence giving life to unforgettable moments.
The kitchen is a tribute to authentic Mediterranean flavors, with prepared dishes using very fresh and rigorously local ingredients. Each flow is a perfect balance between tradition and innovation, capable of delighting even the most demanding palates. The wines card that ranges from territorial selections to exclusive labels is prestigious. To make the experience even more special is the impeccable service: attentive, discreet and always ready to satisfy every need.
Price: on 60 € excluding drinks.
Belle Epoque
Capri – Via Provinciale Marina Grande, 179.
Tel. 081 8379671 – 366 6269143
Don Carlos, Milan
Style, refinement, class, but also warmth, intimacy, nostalgia; All this is the beautiful gourmet restaurant of the Grand Hotel et de Milan, signed by the architect Filippo Perego of Cremnago. And of course, as the name says, it is dedicated to the world of opera and in particular to Giuseppe Verdi, who in this hotel, a stone’s throw from the scale, spent 30 years of his life and composed Don Carlos.
In the two rooms of the restaurant there are about ten tables; On the walls a mosaic of portraits of opera authors, and copies of sketches for costumes and scenography. The Scarlatto red appliques, the silver candlesticks, the beautiful splendidly set tables make the atmosphere warm and intimate.
And the opera is also present in the kitchen, with dishes dedicated to the famous opera singers: from the polenta of corn, cod, sweet and sour vegetables, dedicated to Callas; to the spaghetti with the three tomatoes (Enrico Caruso). Then there is an entire menu dedicated to Verdi. A classic cuisine, in a modern key and therefore lightened and well presented. Particularly professional and highly professional preparations at the table. Super service and cellar.
On € 100 excluding drinks.
Don Carlos
MILAN – Via Alessandro Manzoni, 29.
Tel.: 02 7231 4640
https://www.ristorantedoncarlos.it/it
The Organics Sky Garden, Milan
An exceptional view, very particular, among the skyscrapers of Porta Nuova; On the thirteenth floor of the Hotel Hyatt Centric, there is this pleasant restaurant.
Excellent music, youth service, nice, efficient, a unique atmosphere, they make it the perfect place for an excellent aperitif, a high quality dinner, an evening with “snacks”.
And the new proposal is called an equator: a “tropical” menu, a journey around the world at zero latitude. It ranges between various equatorial kitchens: from Keny to Brazil, from Colombia to Aquador.
Among the dishes the chicken skewers in Salsa Peri Peri; Tataki tuna; the arepas with frayed meat and Asiago; And then, above all a splendid selection of oysters, prepared in vain manners.
Excellent cocktails, original or very well presented.
On € 70 but much depends on the chosen formula.
The Organics Sky Garden
MILAN – Via GB Pirelli, 20.
Tel.: 348 9687419
https://www.hotelmilancentraral.com/it/organics-skygarden-rooftop/
Mistral, Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, Bellagio (CO)
Better or more beautiful?!? It is difficult to say: we are on the tip of the Laviano triangle, in Bellagio, sitting in a nineteenth -century window with panorama on the lake, at 360 °, and with the snowy Alps in the background.
A large living room with immense marble fireplace, chest of drawers, where to take the aperitif and then Mistral: white tablecloths, silverware, perfect service and even smiling, and then the excellent cuisine of Ettore Bocchia. The “Mediterranean” inspiration and the almost manic research of the ingredients is evident; But it could be defined as a “cosmopolitan and timeless fusion” cuisine, which mixes ancient methods and innovative procedures, also merging style, atmosphere, suggestions and eras.
And then here dishes like: the Trenette of cuttlefish with cannicicchi and wave clams; the fatty liver; the rice Savarin; the Gambero carabaero in two versions; But also the beef fillet at Rossini. An excellent menu, but without excessive pindaric flights, made to please each palate.
Magical, in the background, the piano. On 130 €
Mistral, Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni
Bellagio (Co) – Via Teresio Olivelli, 1.
Tel.: 031 956435
villaserbelloni.com
Terrace 241, Como
It seems to be on the bow of a ship, sitting on this wonderful terrace, with a 360 ° view of Lake Como. It is the terrace of the Hilton Lago di Como, created with great architectural care, in what was an ancient seater.
Pleasant in its informal elegance, the restaurant offers light cuisine for lunch and more refined in the evening. The kitchen, edited by chef Stefano Ghielmetti, is attentive to the selection of raw materials and offers traditional Italian dishes revisited in a contemporary key. the scallops burned with asparagus, lavender and blueberries, the knife tartare; the umbrine marinated to the Saké, aubergines and caviar; But also the Milanese cutlet.
Also take a look at the beautiful touch swimming pool, behind the restaurant, and maybe take a dip … nice, informal and efficient the service.
On the € 70 excluding drinks.
Terrace 241
Como – Via Borgo Vico, 241.
Tel.: 031 338 2688
https://terrazza241.it/