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Restaurant Belvedere
Restaurant Belvedere
Sardinia - Italy
5 Stars & 4 Stripes
Extraordinary - Merit
May - 2007
5 Stars & 4 Stripes
Overall - 'Cuisine & Service'
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Cuisine in Sardinia like the music of the traditional launedda (ancient flute) is the most distinctive of Italy's regions, which is mainly due to the island's geographic isolation from the rest of the mainland. Although the launedda is played using extensive variations on a few melodic phrases, the opposite is true regarding Sardinian cooking style, which is less complex than other regions and relatively straightforward so as not to overwhelm the food's natural flavor. The Belvedere Restaurant at the Forte Village, led by Executive Chef de Cuisine Antonello Arrus epitomizes the creative use of the typical local ingredients that are very different but at the same time simple and natural.
“The Belvedere Restaurant at the Forte Village, led by Executive Chef de Cuisine Antonello Arrus epitomizes the
creative use of the typical local ingredients that are very different but at the same time simple and natural.” ~ TB
Our visit to the Belvedere Restaurant was punctuated by a glorious display of culinary originality during the event of a leisurely lunch tasting menu. A coveted table with a view of the not too distant coast was arranged for us. Looking directly towards the beaches one can certainly feel the ambiance of a homogenous village-like setting covered in palm trees and backed by a semi-circle of bucolic hills. The persistence of light background music and sincere smiles from the staff helped to define the character of the restaurant as an elite casual dining facility in a relaxed upscale resort. Cuisine - Restaurant Belvedere
Chef Antonello was decidedly in charge of our dining experience as most of the menu items featured on the tasting menu are his own individual creations, influenced by his cultural apprenticeship as a youth growing up in Sardinia. Our delightful tasting menu presented some outstanding selections from deep within the inspired mind of Chef Antonello. Of particular interest to us was the Citrus Tuna Tartar with "Cifraxiu" Bread Croutons and Ginger Chips, made with a typical bread of bran baked in very old ovens and tempered with the sharp flavor of ginger, both adding character to the soft tender texture of tuna tartar. An appropriate bottle of Sardinian vermentino varietal in the form of Tuvaoes Cherchi 2006 featured surprising elegance and complexity along with distinctive hint of fresh sea and pleasant bitter almond tinge. Another standout was the Toasted Fregola Pasta with Aspargina and Lobster Cassoletta essentially made with Sardinia's version of cous cous, which clearly illustrates the Arab influence on Sardinian cusine. The wine of choice was Santa Maria La Palma Chardonnay displaying an elegant velvety texture with straw-yellow color and soft bouquet reminiscent of golden apples and fresh mint.
2007 Award-Hand-Out - Restaurant Belvedere
2007 Award: Restaurant Belvedere, Sardinia - Italy
A fillet of fish offering proved unequaled as Chef Antonello presented the little known but tasty John Dory in Lemon Sauce over a 'Sfogliata' of sliced Potatoes and 'Calamaretti Croccanti'. This delicious fish is pan seared and doused with a lemon sauce and then served with a 'sfogliata' or thinly sliced potatoes and fried 'crunchy squid'. A delicate golden yellow Villa di Chiesa Cantina Santadi 2004 presented a fine bouquet of peaches and mangos with a long finish of raw almonds. To compliment an outstanding gastronomic experience we were treated to Grilled Sardinian Seadas served with Vanilla ice cream in Filu Ferru Grappa sauce and honey. The ethereal aftertaste of grappa was a pleasant reminder that these thin-rolled fried pastries filled with fresh cheese, and served with honey were a fitting end to a splendid dining experience.
We felt that throughout the entire event we were in the capable hands of Chef Antonello who is a master in the art of interpretation of all that is extraordinary about this special corner of the world.
“The perfect match in team play - empowered by charismatic leaders.” ~ TB
by Edmund & Thorsten Buehrmann

Editor: John Lomitola

Editor-in-Chief: Ingrid Lemme
© 2007 ~ Seven Stars and Stripes, Inc.


 
 
 
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Although the above information was accurate at the time of publication, it can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all pertinent information with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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