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Lake Garda is a truly unique place, where the traditions of Lombardy, Veneto, and Trentino meet and blend together, giving life to a cuisine rich in flavours, aromas, and stories to be told.
Here, lands devoted to vineyards and strong agricultural traditions offer not only great wines, but also an extraordinary variety of lake and countryside products, making Garda cuisine an authentic and ever-changing experience.
Traditional dishes
Bigoli with sardines or duck
A traditional Venetian dish where Garda extra virgin olive oil enhances fresh egg pasta, sautéed with fresh sardines or farmyard duck.
Love Knot Tortellini
The famous tortellini from Valeggio, linked to the romantic legend of Malco and Silvia, a symbol of eternal love and tradition.
Potato gnocchi
An ancient dish that in Verona becomes the star of the traditional Carnival, rich in history and conviviality.
Risotto with tastasal
Prepared with fresh, seasoned pork, aromatic and full-flavoured, typical of the Veronese tradition.
Boiled meats with Pearà sauce
In the Verona area, mixed boiled meats with Pearà are served on special occasions. Pearà is a sauce made of bread, broth, and marrow, generously seasoned with black pepper.
Garda wines
Bardolino Classico and Superiore, Bardolino Chiaretto, Custoza, Lugana, without forgetting Amarone, Valpolicella, and the rare excellence of Groppello. We will be happy to recommend selected wineries where you can taste the best local wines.
