On a gourmet tour in Ticino
Particularly enjoyable moments
The Ticino Gourmet Tour brings together around 70 restaurants in four regions of Ticino. What they all have in common is a desire to maintain the authenticity of Ticino's food and wine and to offer particularly enjoyable moments. Angelo Trotta, director of the Ticino Tourism Office, sums it up: ‘The Ticino Gourmet Tour is an ambitious initiative whose main goal is to further promote the concept of Ticino cuisine and wine. Authentic, unique and unmistakable Ticino hospitality: in the dishes, in the local products used, in the savoir-faire, in the welcome, in the service, in the atmosphere.’ A visit to a restaurant with the Ticino Gourmet Tour seal should be a special experience. A detailed website (ticionogourmettour.ch) offers an overview and lots of background information. Some chefs also reveal recipes, anecdotes and tricks from the kitchens in videos, albeit in Italian.
Locanda Locarnese, Via Bossi 1, Piazza Grande, Locarno,
Chef Persyo Cadlolo
Treat yourself to a special lunch or dinner near the Piazza Grande, in the historic centre of Locarno, in a cosy yet elegant atmosphere. The Locanda Locarnese impresses with its refined yet unobtrusive style. The restaurant is appreciated by locals and tourists alike. The rooms and the attentive service offer a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere in which the creations of chef Persyo Cadlolo can be enjoyed to the full.
How to get there: take the Treno Gottardo to Locarno.
Ristorante Da Valentino, Via Torretta 7, Locarno
Chef Valentino Roversi At Ristorante Valentino, you will find a cosy terrace and beautiful rooms, all places where you can indulge yourself and enjoy a lunch or dinner. The wine cellar contains more than 100 carefully selected labels. All dishes are prepared using the highest quality ingredients, according to tradition and season.
How to get there: take the Treno Gottardo to Locarno.
Locanda Marco, Via Nocca 20, Bellinzona Head
Chef Luca Merlo
A 15-minute walk through the old town of Bellinzona will take you to Locanda Marco, where you can also spend the night. The stylishly renovated house combines Ticino wood, stone and concrete, which gives the interior a special character. The architectural style harmonises with the creative cuisine, which is based on high-quality local products. Locanda Marco is also an ideal place for aperitifs, coffee breaks and tasty snacks.
How to get there: take the Treno Gottardo to Bellinzona.
Locanda Orico, Via Orico 13, Bellinzona
Chef Lorenzo Albrici
If you walk all the way down the Salita Castelgrande, you will come directly to Via Orico. Awarded a Michelin star and 16 out of 20 Gault Millau points, the Locanda Orico is a blend of Italian and French flavours. The cuisine is light. The menu is completely revised at the beginning of each season and the tasting menu is renewed every month.
How to get there: take the Treno Gottardo to Bellinzona.
