Ristorante Iacobucci menu overview in Castel Maggiore Italy 2025 edition - a culinary journey of tradition and innovation
Nestled in a stunning Italian villa in Castel Maggiore, Emilia-Romagna, Ristorante Iacobucci invites you to embark on an extraordinary gastronomic experience. Their 2025 à la carte menu beautifully balances tradition and innovation, featuring fresh, high-quality ingredients that showcase the best of Italian culinary artistry.
Starters
Begin your meal with a selection of masterfully crafted starters that tease the palate with intricate flavors and textures. Savor the delicate calamaro paired with blue crab, mussels, and kohlrabi, accented by a fragrant curry bisque. The gambero viola dish infuses hibiscus and daikon soaked in vermouth, enhanced by almond, tomato, and elderflower notes. For a taste of the sea with an exotic twist, try the anguilla di Comacchio served with pine nuts, citrus, a gin-infused misticanza, and oriental flavors. The seppia arrives with a garlic foam, spicy nduja oil, and a fresh lime finish. For a unique vegetable focus, sample the chef's innovative reinterpretation of pickled carrot, a refreshing start to your culinary journey.
Mains
The main courses offer a compelling blend of regional influences and innovative touches. Experience "Napoli incontra l’Emilia," where tortellone filled with Neapolitan ragù meets Parmesan espuma and basil cream in a harmonious embrace. Delight in the bottoni di coniglio leprino accompanied by Genovese sauce, bitter herbs, and the earthy aroma of truffle. Seafood lovers will appreciate the risotto, creamy and rich with basil pesto, shellfish, mint, sea urchin, and pine nuts. Other standout dishes include tender totano with potatoes and tarragon, a vegetal melody of topinambur, robiola cheese, chives, and licorice, and the exquisite morone paired with Jerusalem artichoke, hazelnut miso, and bagna cauda sauce. For a gamey highlight, the piccione arrives with Parmesan quinoa, pomegranate, swiss chard, and its own ravioli. The delicately flavored animella features parsley roots, Annurca apple, tosazu vinegar, and chervil, rounding out the sophisticated selection.
Desserts
End your meal on a sweet note with inventive desserts that celebrate classic flavors with a modern twist. Savor the babà prepared with three leavening techniques, blending tradition and innovation flawlessly. The "Fieno" dessert features moscovado ice cream, popcorn, and coffee, creating a playful yet refined combination. Tropical notes come alive in the mango, passion fruit, cashew, and hazelnut creation. Seasonal delights are also celebrated, exemplified by the special "Autunno 2024" dessert showcasing the freshest autumn ingredients in a compelling finale.
Drinks & Specials
Complement your meal with expertly curated wines paired by the on-site sommelier, enhancing every bite with perfect harmony. The restaurant’s commitment to exceptional service ensures each course is accompanied by a thoughtfully selected beverage, elevating your dining experience. While the menu focuses on à la carte excellence, immersive tasting menus including Historical, Vegetarian, and Exploration paths offer adventurous palates a chance to discover diverse flavors and textures in multiple courses, each plate a work of art.
- Experience unique flavor combinations combining traditional Italian and eclectic influences in every dish.
- Savor seafood, game, and vegetarian mains crafted from fresh, regional ingredients with artistic presentation.
- Indulge in desserts that blend classic Italian techniques with modern creativity for a memorable finale.
