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Experience the authentic flavors of Puglia at Carosello, where traditional dishes are crafted with the finest local ingredients. This enchanting restaurant at Masseria Torre Maizza offers a culinary journey that captures the essence of southern Italy's rich gastronomy.
starters
Begin your meal with exquisitely crafted starters that blend local cheeses, fresh seafood, and seasonal vegetables into innovative yet authentic creations.
- Tomino di caciovallo della Murgia e verdurine su crema di asparagi — luscious Caciovallo della Murgia cheese paired with delicate vegetable medleys on a smooth asparagus cream base.
- Risotto alla barbabietola rossa al profumo di limone con battuta di scampi — a vibrant beetroot risotto enhanced by a refreshing lemon aroma, crowned with tender scampi.
- Gnocchetti con filetti di triglia su crema di pane integrale — delicate gnocchetti served with fresh red mullet fillets atop a creamy wholemeal bread sauce.
- Pappardelle affumicate con seppia dell’Adriatico al profumo di paprika leggera e pecorino — smoked pappardelle tossed with tender Adriatic cuttlefish, a hint of mild paprika, and rich pecorino cheese.
- Spaghetti alla chitarra con vongole veraci dell’Adriatico, pomodorino secco, uvetta e pan fritto — traditional chitarra spaghetti mingled with Adriatic clams, sun-dried tomatoes, raisins, and crunchy fried bread.
- Orecchiette al ragù bianco di agnello, asparagi, mandorle tostate e caciocavallo — classic orecchiette pasta dressed with white lamb ragù, asparagus, toasted almonds, and melted caciocavallo cheese.
mains
The mains at Carosello celebrate the bounty of the Adriatic Sea and the fertile lands of Puglia, presenting an array of grilled seafood, succulent meats, and garden-fresh vegetables.
- Aragosta del Nostro Mare al Kg — freshly caught lobster from local waters, grilled to perfection.
- Gamberi Rossi e Scampi del Nostro Mare al Kg — a luxurious selection of red prawns and scampi, showcasing the Mediterranean’s finest seafood.
- Pesce Fresco dell’Adriatico alla Brace al Kg — freshly grilled Adriatic fish, a true taste of the sea, enhanced by simple yet flavorful preparations.
- Allievi di Savelletri ripieni con cappesante su crema di spinaci al cardamomo e spinaci croccanti — local Allievi fish stuffed with scallops, served on a cardamom-spiced spinach cream with crispy spinach accents.
- Filetto di dentice dell’Adriatico arrosto al curry su crema di patate e zenzero con insalatina di feta, rucola e bottarga — roasted Adriatic dentex fillet with curry, potato and ginger cream, complemented by a fresh salad of feta, arugula, and bottarga.
- Tagliata di manzo ai tre pepi con insalatina croccante, salsa di mango e cacioricotta affumicato — expertly sliced beef seasoned with three peppers, served alongside a crisp salad, mango sauce, and smoked cacioricotta.
- Filetto di maialino con pesto di olive nere, sfera di verza con maiale e gamberi — tender pork fillet with black olive pesto, accompanied by a cabbage sphere filled with pork and prawns.
- Selezione di formaggi pregiati pugliesi — a refined selection of prized cheeses sourced from the Puglia region.
- Verdure dell’orto — fresh garden vegetables, a perfect complement to any main course.
- Patate al forno — classic Italian baked potatoes, simply seasoned and oven-roasted until golden.
- Insalata mista dei nostri orti — a refreshing mixed salad featuring vibrant produce from local gardens.
desserts
Conclude your meal with an artful selection of desserts that merge traditional Apulian sweets with innovative textures and flavors, creating a perfect balance of indulgence and elegance.
- Degustazione tipica pugliese — a tasting platter of traditional Apulian desserts, perfect for sampling regional flavors.
- Proiezioni di cioccolato — a decadent chocolate experience featuring crème brûlée, French amaretto with cocoa bean ganache, and a chocolate sorbet anchored on a crunchy mousse raft.
- Dessert “Torre Maizza” — a sophisticated medley of olive oil tartlet with sour cherries and mandarins on lemon cream, accompanied by vodka X Rated sorbet and almond milk vanilla panna cotta.
- Dessert “Le Palme” — an inventive dessert featuring white chocolate and Szechuan pepper cake, tempura of seasonal fruits with strawberry coulis, and the exquisite “Uovo Passione”.
- Selezione di gelati artigianali — a selection of artisanal ice creams crafted to offer a refreshing finish to your meal.
- Composta di frutta fresca — a fresh fruit compote highlighting the natural sweetness of seasonal fruits from the region.
drinks and specials
At Carosello, sip on expertly crafted cocktails and a curated selection of local wines that perfectly accompany the rich flavors of the menu. The bar's vibrant atmosphere is enhanced by live entertainment, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Seasonal specials highlight the freshest market ingredients, showcasing the chef’s creative flair throughout the year.





