Villa Naj

Now housed within Tenuta Riccagioia (the region’s agricultural research facility), two elegant and modern dining rooms with large windows overlook the internal courtyard directly. The chef’s cuisine aims to be territorial, though it willingly wanders along the peninsula with excellent lamb culurgiones. Additionally, there’s Sicilian extra virgin olive oil from Castelvetrano, outstanding bread service, and intriguing desserts. Among the must-tries is certainly the local duck, flavored with rhubarb, wild garlic cream, and coffee jus, prepared in traditional fashion. Wine is a beautiful chapter unto itself, with Oltrepò Pavese standing out in both quality and quantity, while the rest of Italy and international selections are carefully balanced to complement the cuisine. The evening atmosphere is relaxing with soft lighting and excellent service.