Minor Hotels Transforms Italian Cuisine into a Sensational Immersive Experience: Explore the Best of Italy’s Gastronomic Heritage, from Venice’s Refined Dishes to the Amalfi Coast’s Mediterranean Brilliance

Italy’s rich culinary heritage, recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, is far more than just a tradition—it’s a living, breathing story woven into every meal, every region, and every ingredient. Minor Hotels brings this heritage to life in an extraordinary way, offering an immersive gastronomic journey through Italy’s most iconic destinations. From the refined dishes of Venice to the Mediterranean brilliance of the Amalfi Coast, Minor Hotels reimagines Italy’s diverse culinary legacy, providing guests with a once-in-a-lifetime experience that blends tradition with Michelin-starred innovation. Explore the heart of Italy through its flavours and immerse yourself in the country’s rich history, culture, and regional identity like never before.

Italian cuisine, a UNESCO-recognised Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, is much more than a culinary tradition—it’s a rich tapestry woven with memory, culture, and territory. This living heritage unfurls across Italy’s landscapes, transforming every meal into a story of regional identity and history. At Minor Hotels’ properties in Italy, this heritage is reimagined as a gastronomic journey that immerses guests in the authentic flavours of the Bel Paese, offering an exploration of Italy through its most iconic destinations.

From the sophisticated elegance of Venice to the sun-kissed allure of the Amalfi Coast, Minor Hotels crafts an exceptional culinary tour of Italy’s top destinations. Each stop unveils a unique facet of Italy’s cultural and gastronomic legacy, reinterpreted by Michelin-starred chefs: fine dining rooted in Venetian tradition, gastronomic innovation in Florence, contemporary haute cuisine in Rome, and Mediterranean brilliance along the Tyrrhenian Sea.

In Venice, where the rhythm of the lagoon meets the art of cooking, Da Lorenzo – Al Giardino Segreto, by Chef Paulo Airaudo at the NH Collection Venezia Grand Hotel Palazzo dei Dogi, offers an intimate dining experience steeped in Venetian history. Situated within a historic 17th-century palace and overlooking one of the city’s oldest private gardens, this Michelin-starred restaurant presents a menu that blends contemporary Italian flavours with international influences, celebrating Venetian heritage through creative techniques and seasonal ingredients.

Florence, too, reflects this balance between tradition and modernity. At Terrae Restaurant, located within the Tivoli Palazzo Gaddi Firenze Hotel, Michelin-starred Chef Iside De Cesare and Resident Chef Salvatore Canargiu curate a dining experience that merges refined Tuscan cuisine with a dedication to sustainability. Signature dishes like Cartellata with rabbit and preserved peppers and handmade ravioli with garlic, olive oil, and chili honour the region’s culinary traditions while embracing seasonal freshness and craftsmanship.

In the heart of Rome, INEO Restaurant at Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel stands as a beacon of contemporary haute cuisine. Led by Executive Chef Heros De Agostinis, this Michelin-starred restaurant offers a menu that blends Italian heritage with global influences, using spices and techniques from across the world. With only 22 seats, INEO offers an intimate and exclusive setting where every dish becomes a celebration of culinary creativity and refined elegance. The restaurant’s exceptional bread programme further elevates the dining experience, ensuring each moment is marked by sophisticated, memorable flavours.

For those seeking a taste of Rome’s culinary soul with a creative twist, Oro Bistrot Restaurant by Natale Giunta at NH Collection Roma Fori Imperiali offers an unforgettable experience. The renowned Sicilian chef transforms seasonal ingredients and premium raw materials, presenting them in a setting adorned with elegant gold and aquamarine accents, inspired by ancient Greece. Located on a panoramic rooftop with unparalleled views of the Roman Forum and the Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II, Oro Bistrot invites guests to savour Rome from above while indulging in the finest flavours the city has to offer.

Further in Rome, Antéla Restaurant at NH Collection Roma Centro presents a tranquil escape in the city’s Prati district, where gastronomy and mixology come together in perfect harmony. Created by Natale Giunta, this restaurant features a menu that ranges from fresh raw seafood to innovative dishes like spaghetti with coconut milk and olive crumble, paired with an exceptional wine list of iconic labels and independent producers. The cocktail bar adds another layer to the experience, with drinks inspired by famous Latin maxims, inviting guests to enjoy a drink that tells a story.

Minor Hotels transforms Italy’s rich culinary heritage into an immersive experience, offering guests a journey through Venice’s refined dishes and the Amalfi Coast’s Mediterranean brilliance, all reinterpreted by Michelin-starred chefs.

Along the Amalfi Coast, the Dei Cappuccini restaurant at Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel offers an evocative culinary experience perched high above the Mediterranean. Set within a beautifully restored 13th-century Capuchin convent, Dei Cappuccini combines the flavours of southern Italy with modern culinary artistry. The restaurant’s dishes celebrate local ingredients and traditional Amalfi recipes, reimagined with contemporary flair. Framed by breathtaking views of the Tyrrhenian Sea, each dining experience—from sunset aperitifs to intimate cliffside dinners—becomes a journey into the heart of the Amalfi Coast’s rich cultural and culinary heritage.

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