... is a place which is worth discovering, with a fine eye for details and a warm, not too rustic atmosphere. In winter you can sit in front of our fireplace while outside it's foggy, whereas in summer our terrace offers a fresh shelter from the sultriness. Thanks to its quiet location surrounded by nature and its near car park, the restaurant is the ideal place for weddings and all kinds of ceremonies. All credit cards (Visa, Maestro, Mastercard) are accepted.
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... begins with nifty hors d’oeuvres like the "chicca di frate Alberigo" (slightly truffled polenta with porcini mushrooms and walnut cream) or "bruschetta" and grilled ham. Our homemade pasta is simply unique; try the "ballanzoni" (delicious tortelli filled with ricotta, potatoes, almonds, smoked bacon and porcini mushrooms). Among our own homemade desserts are the ricotta cake and the mascarpone iced cream with warm berries. We use the finest seasonal products and offer them in the chef’s daily specials. We also offer a wide range of national wines.
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In the middle of the 11th century, the Archbishops of Ravenna built the first fortress on the Oriolo hill: because of its strategic importance, it was frequently contested by the inhabitants of Forlì, Faenza and Ravenna. In 1474 it was finally bought by the Manfredi family, the Guelph lords of Faenza, who gave start to important renovation works. In the "Inferno" Dante Alighieri tells us that in this fortress was exiled Friar Alberigo Manfredi, who was punished for having poisoned his beloved ones. In1984, thanks to a donation of the Caldesi Family, the fortress was made over to the town of Faenza. Today, many painters and visitors come to admire this beautiful fortress dipped in a wonderful park. Our restaurant is situated near this historical fortress, amidst the green hills around Faenza.
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