Desire for greenery, relaxation, open spaces and conviviality. We will remember summer 2020 for the rediscovery of the simplest needs, the desire to explore our territory in its landscapes and, why not, in its flavors
Here is a selection of five properties in Lombardy for stay immersed in the sweet sounds of the countryside, with an eye to the menu. And there is no shortage of proposals for outdoor activities, walks, bicycle routes and works of art in the woods.
Romantik Boutique Hotel Villa Sostaga
Go along a road through the woods before reaching the top of the hill. And it is from up there that you have the most beautiful view of the lake, the blue mirror of the Brescia side of Lake Garda.
More than a hotel, it's a house, better: a villa. The Romantik Boutique Hotel Villa Sostaga was born from the passion of Gabriele Seresina (pilot team manager of Opel) and his wife Gabriella, who transformed a historic 19th century villa into a romantic home.
Only 19 rooms between rooms and suites, located between the villa and the annex, for those looking for a quiet stay. All around, 40 hectares of greenery with heated swimming pool, gazebo and panoramic Jacuzzi.
The kitchen
The kitchen here has a long history. And the "Martina's grandmother's cake" which is on the menu, is a cake that has a lot to tell. Same recipe for that cake that Martina, Gabriele Seresina's grandmother, prepared for Gabriele D’Annunzio, of which she was the favorite cook. Today in the kitchen there is the chef Gianfranco Pugliese, a lover of simple and genuine tastes. Among the proposals on the menu, the dishes dedicated to lake fish, including tagliatelle with pike from Garda with peppers and capers from Gargnano.
Albereta, holiday in Franciacorta
More than a holiday, a holiday. In L’Albereta time becomes sweet and slow, space embraces greenery and makes room for beautiful things, those that make you feel good. Where is it? In the heart of Franciacorta.
Timeless abode of Relais & Chateaux, Albereta has always made large open spaces one of its distinctive features, in the name of luxury. We gather good herbs in the woods, walk among large art sculptures, rest on hammocks in the shade of the trees, have a outdoor picnic with a different menu every day.
And you can also go in search of the maximum psychophysical form by relying on the care of the experts of theEspace Chenot Health Wellness SPA, through exclusive techniques of detoxification and reactivation of energy channels and organic functions.
The kitchen
A terrace floating in the greenery overlooking the panorama of Monte Isola. It's called LeoneFelice Vista Lago and is the novelty of this year in L’Albereta. The signature in the kitchen is that of chef Fabio Abbattista, who favors the use of zero kilometer products, carefully choosing the best on the market every day. Don't miss the vegetable ravioli with squid ragout and bread crumbs.
The gourmet offer completes Wellness Restaurant, born in synergy with Espace Chenot Health Wellness SPA to bring the Chenot method to the table too.
Agriturismo Corte Lantieri, between history and cellars
The access road can only be among the rows of vineyards. The context is that of the estate of the historic Cantina Lantieri, near the medieval village of Capriolo, one of the most suggestive and uncontaminated places in Franciacorta.
Only 7 rooms to live in a context of maximum relaxation, walks (or bike rides) in the vineyards, green areas for yoga and a swimming pool overlooking the rows: the Corte Lantieri farmhouse is the promise for an all-Italian staycation.
Obtained from the careful renovation of the ancient noble palace of the Lantieri de Paratico family, the farmhouse is in full harmony with the territory. The best view? Without a shadow of a doubt the one with the crenellated terrace overlooking the amphitheater of the hills.
The kitchen
From the Franciacorta tradition to the lake tradition, the cuisine of the chef Paolo Zanardi welcomes the contrasts and typical features of the area with a menu between land and sea. Sebino dried sardines with toasted polenta, but also the risotto with Franciacorta Millesimato creamed with robiola two milks. It is forbidden to go home without visiting and tasting at the cellar. Here is produced, among others, the Franciacorta Cuvée Brut NV Lantieri, which has won the title of World Champion in the Classic Brut Non-Vintage Blend category at The Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championship 2019.
Florian Maison, hillside resort restaurant
Only three suites to keep all the magic of the places "for a few". And if the restaurant is the beating heart, the resort turns into a "resort restaurant". All around the Florian Maison, the green of the hill of the monastery of San Paolo d’Argon, a a few kilometers from Bergamo.
There is the Bois de Champagne Suite, the one made with the wood of the old oak barrels and the hand-painted wardrobe. The Gourmande Suite, designed according to the criteria of eco-sustainability and in pastel colors. And finally the Note d’Incanto Suite, the most romantic. All overlook the surrounding greenery, to breathe good air at full lungs and at full eyes. The attention to detail and atmospheres is what is found in all addresses Les Collectionneurs.
The kitchen
In the kitchen there is Umberto De Martino, chef of Sorrento origin who conquered (and allowed himself to be conquered) from Bergamo and its valleys. His is a cuisine that follows the seasons with passion and dedication, peeking through the traditions but without being overwhelmed by them. Do not miss the lime, lobster and mint risotto.
Hotel Il Corazziere
There is an island on the Lambro river which houses an ancient mill with its house. It's called Isola di Baggero, today the mill has been transformed into a museum and in that house some of the rooms of the Il Corazziere hotel have been placed, the new entry of the group Space Hotels.
The history of the structure begins in 1919 at the hands of Giuseppe Camesasca, cuirassier for King Vittorio Emanuele III, and continues today in the form of a "rural resort", committed to the development and preservation of the territory. Such as? For example producing more than 50% of the energy requirement thanks to the mill and solar panels.
The 36 rooms are all overlooking the Lambro Park, and for the most beautiful view there is the elegant Show Room Suite, with a private balcony.
The kitchen
In line with the green spirit of the hotel, the restaurant brings to the table all the fresh products of the area, respecting the traditional and authentic cuisine of the Camesasca family, which for 100 years has personally taken care of the search for the best raw materials.
Do not miss the Tagliata di Casa Corazziere, one of the iconic dishes on the menu since 1919, served on the boiling rain of Valmalenco.
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