Mosconi

1820

The building that houses the restaurant may be ancestral, but it has held up surprisingly well over the years, as this haven of Italian elegance and its occupants haven’t aged a bit. A smile never leaves the face of Madame Simonetta in the dining room as she pampers her guests with a sense of hospitality and friendliness that is unabated, enveloping them in her delicious transalpine accent. When the weather is fine, the terrace is transformed into a restaurant where the chef Ilario distils his secret preparations. After some superb langoustines with caviar, perfectly cooked to a pearly finish, the ricotta, pecorino and parmesan ravioli with melted butter took centre stage showing a restraint worthy of Saint Francis and his maxim "greatness in simplicity". A few linguine, marinated sardine tartar and olio di oliva al limone later, we move on to a Dolomite lamb cooked two ways, including a tasty confit shoulder with a full-bodied sauce. The wine list contains all the best treasures Italy can offer. La “Vita è Bella" in the Grund district.