A soulful slice of Calabria tucked inside the grandeur of the Corinthia Hotel, blending Francesco Mazzei’s elevated family recipes with a warm, unpretentious atmosphere.
Ordering Strategy
Go for a family-style approach; many dishes like the ragout and tiramisu are designed to be shared or served generously at the table. It works equally well for a light lunch or a long, three-hour feast.
What to order
Homemade Ragout
A 'firm winner' among the primi, noted for the depth of flavor in its sauce and the quality of the 'lush pici pasta.'
Zia Maria’s Polpetta
Essentially a massive meatball filled with cheese and topped with red sauce; it is highlighted as a primary recommendation for meat-lovers.
Parmigiana di melanzane
The chef’s mother’s own 'expertly time-honed recipe.' It is described as rich and flavorsome while remaining 'not stodgy.'
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Top critic: Wallpaper (90%)
Editorial Weight 63 pts
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Coverage 2 pts
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Public Signal 15 pts
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0 Elite · 1 Editorial · 1 total signals
Public signal
4.9★ (20 reviews)
Good to know
Located inside the Corinthia Hotel (formerly Hotel Metropole). Request a table near the huge windows for 'southern warm light' and views of the riverside trees.
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