Menù degustazione at Abbruzzino Oltre in Lamezia Terme Italy
Discover a culinary journey like no other at Abbruzzino Oltre, nestled in the heart of Lamezia Terme, Calabria. The Menù Degustazione offers an imaginative 7 or 9-course surprise tasting menu that celebrates the essence of Italian and Calabrian flavors, creatively reinterpreted. Each dish is a testament to the chef's bold vision and masterful technique, delivering a symphony of tastes that excite the palate and stir the senses.
Starters and appetizers
While the tasting menu is crafted to surprise, diners can anticipate the delightful interplay of fresh and unexpected ingredients such as fragrant almonds, the piquant sardella, and the smoky depth of burnt onion, artfully balanced to awaken the appetite.
Mains to savor
Signature dishes such as the Riso, Mandorla, Sardella e Cipolla Bruciata combine creamy rice with almond nuances and the savory punch of sardella and charred onions. Another standout is the Bottone, Polpo, Prugne e Pesto di Friggitelli , where tender octopus meets sweet plums and vibrant friggitelli pesto, delivering a harmonious and unexpected flavor profile. For meat lovers, the delicately cooked Piccione offers a luscious bird dish that embodies rustic elegance. Seafood enthusiasts will relish the pristine flavors of Cernia , showcasing the fresh bounty of the Calabrian coast.
Decadent desserts
Sweet finales at Abbruzzino Oltre are a celebration of innovative Italian confectionery. The dessert Fragole, Peperoni, Meringa, Menta e Chartreuse artfully combines fresh strawberries, sweet peppers, crisp meringue, refreshing mint, and the herbal notes of Chartreuse liqueur for a truly sublime experience. The Mela, Arachidi, Datteri e Calvados offers a nostalgic blend of apple, peanuts, dates, and the warm character of Calvados, sealing your meal with a perfect balance of sweetness and depth.
Beverages and pairings
Complement your tasting experience with a curated selection of wines and craft beers that showcase Calabria's finest vineyards and breweries. The knowledgeable staff is ready to recommend perfect pairings to enhance each course, ensuring a harmonious dining journey from start to finish.
- Riso, Mandorla, Sardella e Cipolla Bruciata - A creamy rice dish enriched with almonds, spicy sardella, and smoky burnt onion.
- Bottone, Polpo, Prugne e Pesto di Friggitelli - Tender octopus paired with sweet plums and vibrant friggitelli pesto.
- Piccione - An elegant preparation of pigeon showcasing rustic flavors.
- Cernia - Fresh grouper highlighting the bounty of the Calabrian coast.
- Fragole, Peperoni, Meringa, Menta e Chartreuse - A sublime dessert combining strawberries, peppers, meringue, mint, and Chartreuse liqueur.
- Mela, Arachidi, Datteri e Calvados - A nostalgic blend of apple, peanuts, dates, and Calvados to finish your meal.
