Menù 2025 at Cortile Spirito Santo
Experience the culinary artistry of Chef Giuseppe Torrisi at Cortile Spirito Santo, where the Menù 2025 masterfully blends traditional Sicilian flavors with innovative techniques and seasonal local ingredients. This exquisite menu offers a journey through Sicily’s rich gastronomic heritage, presented with a modern, refined touch that delights every palate.
Starters
Begin your meal with a selection of exquisite starters that showcase fresh seafood and vibrant vegetables, enhanced by unique Sicilian ingredients.
- Cipollata di seppia with guanciale, tender broccoli, and delicate ricci di mare (sea urchin) for a flavor-packed introduction.
- Palamita e gambero rosso d'Ortigia pairs fresh ortigia red shrimp with vibrant oranges, fennel, and a subtle dashi broth for a refreshing start.
- L'uovo di peppe features spring vegetables, rich truffle, guanciale, and Sicilian Grana cheese, a luxurious taste of the island's terroir.
- Sinfonia combines carrot, pistachio hummus, and a blend of spices for a vibrant vegetarian delight.
Mains
The mains present a spectacular array of Sicilian-inspired dishes, showcasing the freshest fish, meats, and seasonal vegetables, each crafted to highlight distinctive regional flavors.
- Risotto with eel, borage leaves, and a touch of citrus captures the essence of Sicilian waters and fields.
- Ricordo di una scacciata catanese offers ravioli filled with cauliflower, sausage, pecorino cheese, and a hint of sumac, a nostalgic tribute to Catanese tradition.
- Tributo a Santa Lucia is a sumptuous spaghettone dish with wild fennel, bottarga, anchovies, and a delicate garum sauce celebrating local seafood.
- Fusilloni combines salt cod tripe, roasted onion, fermented lemon, peas, and pil pil sauce, offering a complex and comforting flavor profile.
- Il nostro pescato showcases the freshest catch with a hearty ghiotta sauce, creamy aioli, and conchiglie shells for a true taste of the sea.
- Piccione is a standout dish featuring pigeon paired with red fruits, hibiscus, and celery root, offering a refined and memorable experience.
- Agnello features tender lamb with zabaione, scorzonera, and tarragon, blending rich and herbaceous notes.
- Rana pescatrice is monkfish prepared mugnaia style with wild fennel and tender asparagus, a delicate and flavorful seafood offering.
- Carciofo offers artichokes with topinambur, provola cheese, sweet garlic, and a vegetal jus, a harmonious vegetarian main course.
Desserts
Satisfy your sweet tooth with beautifully crafted desserts that highlight Sicilian ingredients like almonds, Modica chocolate, and local cheeses.
- Degustazione formaggi presents a tasting of five carefully selected Sicilian cheeses, perfect for cheese lovers.
- Omaggio al bosco is a decadent dessert featuring chocolate, tobacco, and rum, evoking the essence of the forest.
- Made in Sicily highlights almond, Mothia salt, and extra virgin olive oil for an authentic regional finale.
- Pera spinedda features a soufflé with ricotta and Modica chocolate, combining airy texture with rich flavors.
- Tartelletta is a delightful tart combining lemon, hazelnut, and coffee notes for a balanced and flavorful finish.
Drinks and Specials
Complement your meal with a curated selection of Sicilian wines and expertly crafted cocktails. The restaurant prides itself on pairing dishes with exquisite local vintages that enhance the dining experience. Seasonal specials and tasting menus like "For the Love of the Sea" and "A Land to be Discovered" offer immersive gastronomic journeys that celebrate the best of Sicilian terroir and culinary innovation.
Whether you are a seafood enthusiast or a lover of refined Sicilian cuisine, Cortile Spirito Santo's Menù 2025 promises an unforgettable dining experience steeped in authenticity and creativity.
