Perched in the foothills embracing Bergamo, a garden leads to an elegant country house where parquet floors, exposed beams, and a striking fireplace set the stage for refined hospitality – ideal for an intimate dinner. A fresh wind blows through the kitchen: Bergamo native Paolo Cortinovis, whose impressive credentials include international experience and a previous tenure here, now works alongside Beatrice Arrigoni, who carries on her family’s culinary legacy under her father Stefano’s guidance. Available as both a tasting menu and à la carte, the offerings are broad and dynamic. The cuisine draws from Italy’s varied regional traditions before venturing into more contemporary territory, alternating effortlessly between fish and meat. Heritage staples – such as house-cured salumi – share the stage with more refined ingredients, from lobster to caviar, reflecting a well-calibrated balance of roots and ambition.