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O R A d ’A R I A
PI SACCO
Ora d’Aria is a breath of fresh air in the Florentine restaurant scene. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, while the cuisine honours the rich heritage of Italy but with a subtle twist. Chef Marco Stabile is known as a master of invention; his suckling pig with garlic sauce, chard, black mustard seeds and a hint of lavender exemplifies his unusual flavour combinations. The pigeon etoufé cooked three ways is a particular menu highlight, served with accompaniments such as spicy roasted pepper and Indian-influenced ginger chutney. Ora d’Aria, Via dei Georgofili 11R, 50122 Florence, +39 055 200 1699, oradariaristorante.com
Newly opened in central Milan, Pisacco makes the most of fresh and seasonal ingredients in a welledited menu. Quality defines every area of the restaurant, from its menu – overseen and inspired by Michelin-starred chef Andrea Berton – to its refined, elegant interior with an array of original art works and handcrafted furnishings. Each dish is expertly executed with attention to detail; seared calamari is paired with an unusual avocado puree, risotto alla Milanese has a modern twist with a veal sauce and even the simplest dishes, such as spaghetti with tomato, basil and a bufalo-milk mozzarella sauce, feature exquisitely balanced flavours. Pisacco, Via Solferino 48, 20121 Milan, +39 02 9176 5472, pisacco.it
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