01/31/2026
🌍 Lenna (BG), Italy
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🍽 cheese cart (Ma le Orobie di più - 8 courses menu)
🕰 August 2025
The leap from storytelling to substance can sometimes feel like a step into the void.
Not in this case.
The kitchen at the Ferdy Wild agriturismo is the gastronomic extension of the Quarteroni family’s interpretation of the mountains. Their vision is expressed through the use of local wood and stone in the furnishings (we’re in the province of Bergamo, in the Orobie Alps), native cattle and sheep breeds (including the brown ox), raw milk and cheeses, and plants and herbs that, when needed, are also used in cosmetic products.
Chef Alessio Manzoni’s value lies in his ability to present a cuisine that is distinctly his own, while at the same time becoming a spokesperson for a philosophy that is not his family’s.
That’s no small feat.
This is alpine cuisine (not to be confused with generic mountain cuisine).
It’s indulgent and satisfying, rich and straightforward. Saltiness and fattiness take center stage, with generous use of butter, sauces, and subtle smokiness.
Bitterness and acidity—often typical of mountain fare—are less present here.
Service is attentive yet unobtrusive.
A special mention goes to the sommelier Vlad Popescu for his expertise, kindness, and humility, always ready to spark curiosity in the diners.
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