Ristorante 4 Ciance

Located in the historic centre of the city, this restaurant is run by three partners: Gloria in the dining room and chefs Gianmaria and Gaetano in the kitchen. The large dining room with vaulted  ceilings and exposed brickwork creates a simple but effective atmosphere; in fine weather, you can dine outdoors. The attentive and friendly service is overseen by Gloria. The cuisine interprets the seasons with local specialities and a creative touch. There are two tasting menus at £45: “Il 4 ciance”, with amusebouche, “Macelleria Spada” raw meat with 45-month Parmigiano and hazelnuts, agnolotti with three roasts and brown sauce, “Terra Viva” Fassona entrecôte and a choice of cheese or tiramisu; ‘Vegetarian’, which offers poached egg with potato cream, cardoons and Valcasotto fondue, Acquerello rice with leeks, Verzin and Jerusalem artichoke chips, fried cardoncelli mushrooms and a finale of yoghurt, meringue and red fruits or cheeses. The à la carte menu also includes seafood dishes such as marinated amberjack with bagna cauda cream and escarole or seared octopus with ‘Nduja, potato cream and clams (€20). Intriguing desserts range from tartlets with  caramel, marron glacé and hazelnut ice cream (€10) to homemade sorbets (€7). Extensive wine cellar with wines from all over Italy, with a focus on Piedmontese wines and excellent sparkling wines.