At Al Dragone, nestled in the heart of Vieste, guests embark on a culinary journey that beautifully marries the tradition of Puglia with innovative culinary flair. This thoughtfully curated menu showcases fresh, local ingredients through a variety of enticing dishes that reflect the region's rich culinary heritage.
Begin your meal with captivating starters, including:
- Ostrica all’ananas e nebula di gin: A delightful blend of fresh oysters, pineapple, and gin.
- Carpaccio di muggine affumicata, asparago di mare e lampone ghiacciato: Smoked mullet carpaccio paired with sea asparagus and frozen raspberry.
- Peperoni arrosto, pomodorino confit, spuma di patate e polvere di olive: Roasted peppers with confit tomatoes, potato foam, and olive powder.
For the main course, indulge in:
- Tubetto risottato ai crostacei su crema di melanzane e polvere di origano: A hearty pasta dish made with tubetto and crustaceans on an eggplant cream base, finished with oregano powder.
- Tagliolini ai ricci di mare: Delicate tagliolini pasta tossed with fresh sea urchins for a true taste of the ocean.
- Spaghetto grano Senatore Cappelli, cozze, crema di fagioli e patata croccante: A creative blend of Senator Cappelli spaghetti with mussels, bean cream, and crispy potato.
- Branzino scottato, crema di carote alla senape, salsa aioli e mugnoli saltati: Pan-seared sea bass served with mustard carrot cream, aioli sauce, and sautéed chicory.
- Filetto al pepe verde flambato al cognac – alla lampada: A flambéed green peppercorn fillet prepared at your table for a dramatic dining experience.
- Gamberoni reali flambati al calvados – alla lampada: Royal prawns flambéed in Calvados, adding a touch of elegance to your meal.
To conclude your delightful dining experience, savor our exquisite desserts:
- Semifreddo alle mandorle croccanti e salsa al cioccolato fondente: A delightful almond semifreddo topped with rich dark chocolate sauce.
- Crepe Suzette, gelato e mandorle flambato al Grand Marnier - alla lampada: Delicate crepes flambéed in Grand Marnier, served with ice cream and almonds.
To accompany your meal, choose from a selection of carefully curated drinks, including local wines that showcase the best of Puglia's viticulture, refreshing cocktails, and aromatic coffee to enhance your dining experience.