Discover the Artigiano Curioso Menu at Osteria Fernanda
Nestled in the heart of Rome, Osteria Fernanda invites you to explore a masterfully curated selection of contemporary Italian cuisine through its acclaimed Artigiano Curioso Menu. This seasonally inspired menu highlights the chef’s exceptional creativity and dedication to using fresh, local ingredients, offering a dining experience that is both innovative and deeply rooted in Italian tradition.
Starters to awaken your palate
Begin your culinary journey with an array of enticing starters that blend bold flavors with refined techniques. Delight in tender calamaro served with a delicate beurre blanc, enriched by the earthy bitterness of cime di rapa and brightened by a hint of yuzu. Savor the robust notes of agnello paired with peperone crusco, pak choi, vermouth, and fresh arancia, creating a harmonious balance between savory and citrusy elements.
- Faraona alla totale with truffle, tamarind, and matured corn for a rich, earthy start.
- Broccoli e Arzilla featuring sea lettuce, shiso, and white sesame for a fresh, umami burst.
- Cardoncello mushrooms combined with miso and whisky, delivering a deep, smoky flavor.
Main courses that captivate the senses
The mains showcase a spectrum of taste profiles and textures, each dish meticulously crafted to highlight unique ingredient synergies. Experience the velvety risotto enriched with tuber butter, capriolo game meat, rosehip, and fennel pollen, offering a luxurious and aromatic ensemble. For pasta aficionados, the tagliolini Paglia e Fieno is enhanced by fig leaf oil, pine nut milk, and green tea, creating a delicate yet memorable palate.
- Bottone di mela and sweet garlic paired with mantis shrimp reduction and mole sauce for a bold fusion.
- Double barley flour ravioli filled with lamb’s offal, sea urchins, roots, and seaweed for an adventurous treat.
- Cacio e Pepe cappelletti served with carrot bitter, mace, and red mullet jerky for a twist on classic flavors.
- Grilled pigeon accompanied by grapes, bay leaves, Cannara onions, and pecan nuts for a perfectly balanced dish.
- Acidic rice with eel and bitter-seasoned vegetables for a unique seafood experience.
- White fish alla mugnaia with spugnole mushrooms and black cabbage, delivering delicate yet earthy flavors.
- Beef complemented by pumpkin, charred mandarin, coffee, and chocolate for a bold and rich finale.
- Grilled salad with wild herb vinaigrette and seaweed, offering a refreshing contrast to heartier plates.
Desserts that challenge and delight
Osteria Fernanda’s desserts are inventive and compelling, pushing boundaries while delighting the sweet tooth. Treat yourself to the Viennetta, a layered creation of almond, coffee, marron glacé, and cardamom that balances richness with aromatic spice. Experience the daring combination of black garlic espuma, porter beer ice cream, tuber chips, and chocolate—a dessert that surprises and satisfies.
- Dark Citron, a refreshing citrus dessert to cleanse the palate.
- Chocolate with goat’s milk, Breton biscuit, and pomegranate for a fruity, creamy finish.
- Cauliflower with toasted white chocolate, miso, and vanilla, a sublime and unexpected treat.
Drinks and specials to complement your meal
While Osteria Fernanda does not serve cocktails, guests can enjoy a carefully selected range of Italian wines and beers that perfectly enhance the flavors of each dish. The restaurant also features a welcoming ambiance with built-in wine shelves emphasizing their passion for quality beverages. Specials such as the five-course tasting menu, including the acclaimed prawn infused risotto and palate-cleansing pre-dessert, showcase the kitchen’s flair for innovation and attention to detail.
