Menu degustazione at Antica Osteria Cera in Veneto Italy
Antica Osteria Cera, nestled in the charming countryside near Venice, invites you on an unforgettable culinary journey with its Menu Degustazione—a celebration of the freshest seafood and classic Venetian flavors. This tasting menu thoughtfully showcases the chef's skill in marrying local ingredients with inventive techniques, offering a refined gourmet experience in an elegant setting.
Starters
Spaghettino freddo con crudo di triglia, mazzancolla, calamaro e salsa di pistacchi di Bronte e mandarino – A delicate cold spaghetti dish featuring fresh red mullet, prawns, squid, and a vibrant pistachio and mandarin sauce from Bronte, delivering a burst of freshness and texture.
Foglia di baccalà leggermente affumicato con caffè – Lightly smoked cod leaf infused with subtle coffee notes, blending smoky aromas with the delicate flavor of the sea for an unexpected yet harmonious starter.
Zuppa di granchi nostrani con patata al limone – A comforting soup of local crabs paired with lemon-infused potatoes, balancing richness with bright citrus freshness, perfect for awakening the palate.
Mains
Broeto de pesse con polenta, ricotta e pancetta – A traditional fish stew accompanied by creamy polenta, rich ricotta, and crispy pancetta, showcasing Venetian rustic flavors elevated with finesse.
Polenta di mais bianco Perla in accompagnamento al fritto di moeche e acquadelle – Soft white Perla corn polenta served alongside a delicate fried feast of soft-shell crabs (moeche) and small fish (acquadelle), a true taste of Venetian lagoon bounty.
Desserts
Gelato al plancton, caviale, olio alla lattuga di mare servito dentro il guscio di un'ostrica – An avant-garde dessert featuring plankton ice cream paired with caviar and sea lettuce oil, elegantly presented in an oyster shell, capturing the essence of the sea in a refined sweet finale.
