Il Cappero

The kitchen here reaches a standard of absolute distinction. The two tasting menus, one more concise, one more extensive, present a proposition built upon the full and recognisable flavours of fresh, predominantly local produce, handled with solid technical skill within a contemporary Mediterranean idiom. Cultured references are not lacking, such as the measured use of French-inspired sauces or the judicious application of fermentation, lending depth without heaviness. The dessert chapter is a true final indulgence: after a first tasting served at table, the experience continues at a dedicated patisserie counter where the closing sweet is created to order, shaped around each guest’s personal preferences. Completing the picture is a location of extraordinary allure: within the Therasia Resort, perched on the promontory of Vulcanello above the sea, the terrace offers an unrivalled view across the Aeolian archipelago, so often crowned by sunsets of breathtaking colour and drama.