In Colloredo di Monte Albano there is one of the strongholds of Friulian gastronomic specialities, the La Taverna restaurantNestled in the evocative setting of a 14th-century residence, it offers its guests a refined menu worthy of a Michelin star.
A starred restaurant with a century-old soul
The La Taverna restaurant boasts a history whose roots are deeply anchored in a glorious past: the local in fact it occupies what was originally the orangery of the Colloredo Castle of Monte Albano, the place where oranges were stored. The imposing manor was built in 1302 by order of a powerful feudal lord of ancient Swabian lineage, Viscount Guglielmo di Mels. The Friulians know it as "The castle of writers and storytellers." Why? The poet Ermes da Colloredo, the traveler and author Stanislao Nievo, and the great writer Ippolito Nievo.
The historical origins of such a fascinating place blend with the desire to redevelop these perfectly preserved rooms. Thus, in 1979, Piero Zanini and his wife Matilde Bonitti purchased this part of the stately home, opening the La Taverna restaurant. The idea was to offer guests a unique experience. a quality culinary experience suspended in timeThe exposed beams, fireplace, and stone floors lend the space a rustic yet welcoming atmosphere. And let's not forget the splendid garden that Piero personally tends with great passion. From here, you can admire the castle clock tower and enjoy the breathtaking view of the countryside. After many years of business, in 1997, great satisfaction arrived: La Taverna restaurant earned its one Michelin starFrom now on, our mission to tell the story of our region and its raw materials will become stronger than ever.
Top-quality ingredients to enhance authentic flavours
The cuisine of the La Taverna restaurant fully enhances the authentic flavors of Friuli Thanks to a'careful selection of raw materialsBy prioritizing local producers and choosing only seasonal ingredients, the menu is able to change daily. There's no limit to the chef's creativity, creating refined, unique, and incredibly delicious dishes.
Colloredo snails, Rosa di Gorizia, and 30-month-old San Daniele are the ideal appetizer to begin your gastronomic experience at La Taverna restaurant. Among the first courses, the Friulian cheese and pepper with thyme and black cabbage risotto with glazed sweetbreads and Asìno cheese. The second courses are equally delicious, with delicacies such as Piglet with Vahrackara, a typical Carnia pesto made with lard and smoked pancetta, with a few aromatic herbs. It's all delicately accompanied by mustard, chard, and red onion.
Fine wines and delicious desserts
The ace up the sleeve of the La Taverna restaurant is The canteen: With a natural well 30 m deep It was used to store the wines of the Counts of Colloredo during their stay in the Castle. The cellar preserves, like an ancient treasure chest, a wide selection of fine wines. Friulian labels leaving room for Italian and international excellences. A good meal can only be considered complete with dessert: those with a sweet tooth will appreciate the classic vanilla ice cream with whipped cream and chocolate or the creamy pumpkin, coffee, toffee, crumble and peanut ice cream.
La Taverna restaurant is the ideal place for a romantic dinner, an evening with friends or a special occasion. in any seasonIn winter, you will be welcomed in the Sala delle Volte or in the Sala del Camino, while in summer you can enjoy all the wonders of the covered terrace.
