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Chetino

where nature meets hospitality on the shores of Lake Como.

If you’re looking for a place where dinner becomes a true artistic experience, and the scenery becomes not just a backdrop but an integral part of the meal welcome to Cetino.

Located on the shores of the legendary Lake Como, this restaurant is more than just a culinary destination on the map; it embodies a philosophy of love for nature and local ingredients.

Mauro Colagreco’s Culinary Style

The restaurant’s main “star” is the outstanding chef Mauro Colagreco, whose reputation in the culinary world speaks for itself. Cetino was his first project in Italy, and here he decided to combine his world-renowned instinctive approach to cooking with the unique spirit of this Italian lake.

On the right in the photo is Mauro Colagreco.

The chef’s philosophy is simple yet profound: dishes should follow the rhythms of nature. The menu here changes constantly, based on what’s best in each season and on close collaboration with local farmers.

The restaurant’s own cheese dairy.

Every ingredient that makes its way to your plate has its own story from local vegetables to the bounty of Mediterranean cuisine, reimagined in the context of this place.

Impressive appetizers: dishes that reinterpret regional classics through the lens of haute cuisine deserve special attention.

Bresaola della Valtellina, sciatt alle alghe, Casera cheese, salicornia.
Air-dried beef (bresaola) from Valtellina, served with traditional cheese balls infused with seaweed, local Casera cheese, and salicornia.
Price: 36€

Main Courses:The main menu strikes a balance between lake delicacies and exquisite meat dishes. Each plate is crafted with seasonality in mind: if it’s summer, the table is dominated by fresh vegetables, delicate herbs, and perfectly cooked fish, highlighting the purity and depth of flavor of ingredients grown or caught in the immediate vicinity of Lake Como.

Tortelli al burro montato, trota, erbe spontanee e caviale.
Delicate handmade tortelli stuffed with trout, served on a bed of green sauce made from wild herbs and whipped butter, garnished with red caviar and fresh herbs.
Price: 38€
Risotto with lake herbs, wild garlic, and crostini.
A fragrant, creamy risotto with a rich green color, enriched with herbs and wild garlic, garnished with crispy piecesof toastedbread.
Price: 34€
Tagolini with butter and caviar, lemon, and trout.
Silky, long tagliolini pasta in a creamy butter sauce, garnished with luxurious black caviar, red lake caviar, lemon zest, and fresh herbs.
Price: 42 €

The grand finale—desserts: The dessert menu at Cetino doesn’t aim to be overly sweet; instead, it focuses on the natural pleasure of fruits, seasonal berries, and the delicate aroma of wild herbs.

Torta di rose, gianduja, and fior di latte gelato.
A traditional Lombardy cake, “Torta di rose,” filled or glazed with gianduja chocolate-nut cream and drizzled with chocolate, is served with delicate creamy ice cream and chocolate decorations.
Price: 18€

Each dessert is a visual masterpiece that perfectly rounds out the dinner, leaving you with a sense of harmony and delight. Whether it’s a delicate interplay of textures or the use of local honey and mountain cream, dessert at Cetino is an experience you definitely won’t want to miss.

Blueberries, lavender gelato, and crispy meringue.
A light and refreshing dessert featuring blueberries and delicate lavender-flavored gelato, garnished with elegant white sticks of crispy meringue speckled with edible purple flowers.
16 €

Atmosphere

At Cetino, you won’t find any forced formality. It’s a place where dinners take place in a festive yet sophisticated atmosphere.

It’s the perfect place to gather with your closest friends and family, enjoy exquisite cocktails, and treat yourself to the luxury of time stretching the evening out over several hours as you watch the sun set behind the mountains surrounding Lake Como.

A Special Experience: “The Wine Table”

For true connoisseurs of gastronomic adventures, the restaurant offers an exclusive experience: “The Wine Table.” This is not just a dinner, but a curated tasting journey. You select five wines from a special collection, and these wines serve as the starting point for the chef’s creativity.

The best part? The menu isn’t revealed in advance. Each dish is crafted individually to highlight and bring out the wines you’ve selected. This is a private experience for groups of up to 10 people, transforming dinner into a true mystery that unfolds step by step.

Why is it worth a visit?

  • Location:The shores of Lake Como are always magical.
  • Flavors: Mediterranean accents crafted by a star chef.
  • Experiences: Here, you’ll feel a genuine connection to the place you’re in.

Cetino is a place for those who appreciate not just the food, but the emotions it evokes. If you find yourself in Como, this is exactly the place to stop by to truly experience the flavors of this region.

Information:

Address: Via Regina, 41, Cadenabbia, Lake Como. | Hours: Daily from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM | Reservations: Due to the restaurant’s popularity and our personalized approach to each guest, we recommend planning your visit in advance.

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