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Nestled in the heart of Manduria, Italy, Casamatta Restaurant invites you to indulge in a culinary journey that masterfully blends traditional Pugliese flavors with inventive techniques. This elegant dining spot, set within a charming castle at a winery resort, offers an exceptional selection of degustation menus and à la carte dishes crafted from the freshest local ingredients.
Starters
Begin your meal with delicate creations such as white prawn paired with almond, crisp radish accented by yogurt and fragrant basil, and the fresh taste of amberjack accompanied by vermouth. The starter selections evoke the essence of Puglia’s coastal bounty and countryside freshness.
Mains
Casamatta’s mains feature inventive dishes that celebrate local produce with flair: from tender lamb encrusted to perfection, to melt-in-your-mouth calamaretti with mafalde pasta, and beet steak dressed with a luscious béarnaise sauce. Other standouts include refined combinations like pasta with clams and bottarga, and tuna belly paired with ponzu, crisp lettuces, and vibrant mandarin.
- Menu degustazione Incontro featuring white prawn and almond, radish with yogurt and basil, amberjack with vermouth, passion fruit juice with fennel and rice, eggplant parmigiana, mafalde pasta with calamaretti, chili and capers, crusted lamb, grappa ice cream with celery and pepper, and peach with ginger and rosemary.
- Menu degustazione Evergreen showcasing golden apple collection, a Caesar salad interpretation, farmer’s tagliolini, beetroot steak with béarnaise, and almond infused with lemon and chamomile.
- Menu degustazione On the Way including bread with burrata and mushrooms, cuttlefish with nduja and garlic, faux Sunday ravioli, risoni pasta with chicken livers and scampi, pasta with clams and bottarga, tuna belly, ponzu with lettuces and mandarin, sweetbread with anchovy, cucumber with yogurt, melon and lavender, and tabasco caramel.
- Choice menus offering three or four courses selected from a variety of appetizers, first courses, and main dishes, tailored to your preference.
Desserts
End your dining experience on a memorable note with creations such as grappa-infused gelato paired with celery and pepper, and the refreshing blend of peach with ginger and rosemary, highlighting the inventive use of local flavors to delight your palate.
Drinks and experience
Casamatta also prides itself on an excellent wine selection that perfectly complements its menu, drawing from the rich viticultural heritage of the Puglia region. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely lunch or a refined dinner, the welcoming atmosphere and attentive service create an unforgettable dining experience in the scenic beauty of Manduria.
