Hotel Allegra Pontresina

If you happen to be in St Moritz in the winter season, then take advantage of the opportunity to dine at the stylish yet cosy restaurant of the Carlton Hotel, which boasts a glorious location overlooking the lake. Kick off with an aperitif in the charming lounge, then treat yourself to Italian food with soul – no frills; it's the craftsmanship and flavour that count. During the winter months, chef Paolo Rota from the flagship restaurant in Brusaporto, Lombardy, and his team create precise and effortless dishes that put the produce in the spotlight. Some of the brilliantly prepared specialities

Winter in the Engadine region promises a host of exciting culinary experiences at the fine dining restaurant of hotel Giardino Mountain here in St Moritz. Reto Brändli captivates diners with cuisine strongly rooted in French tradition, combining depth of flavour with finesse. Exceptional ingredients are at the heart of each dish. A prime example of his outstanding craftsmanship is the pâté en croûte, with its distinctive filling of venison, pork and goose encased in a perfectly baked crust and served with a quenelle of red wine mustard ice cream, pickled gherkin and a delicately jellied lingon

Premium materials, tasteful fabrics and attractive Swiss stone pine panelling make for a cosy yet elegant atmosphere – just the right backdrop for the sophisticated cuisine served here, which combines classic French culinary tradition with Italian influences. Opt for one of two set menus: the "Degustations Menu" or the "Geniesser Menu". Alternatively, dishes are also served à la carte. Tip: Try the canard à la presse – pressed duck – (prepared for two or more diners, served in two courses). Wednesday special: Chateaubriand for two or more diners. The restaurant is housed in the long-establishe

Steeped in tradition, Talvo has entered a new era. After a good innings at this enchanting Engadine farmhouse, which dates from 1658, Martin Dalsass has passed the torch to his long-standing colleagues: Kevin Fernandez now runs the kitchen and Lisa Carlevero presides front of house. In his Mediterranean creations, the chef – of Spanish descent – maintains the pure essence of his mentor's cuisine while subtly incorporating his own signature style. The quality of the ingredients is second to none. Diners can look forward to cordial and professional service in an elegant, cosy setting. Some of th

With rustic floorboards, bare wooden tables and charming decorative touches including stylish chandeliers, paintings, wine bottles and wall clocks, the setting could not be more inviting. The atmosphere is pleasingly laid back; it's clear that the team enjoys what they do, and that strikes a chord with diners, who are basically treated as friends. The down-to-earth cuisine suits the vibe perfectly. Whether you plump for the pasta of the day, the red prawn carpaccio or the vitello tonnato, you are guaranteed a flavoursome dish made with select, fresh ingredients. The range of moderately priced

In the time-honoured Krone, your dedicated hosts – the well-travelled James Baron (previously chef at the MICHELIN-starred Amber in Hong Kong) and his charming wife Natacha – have honed an interesting concept, which has the kitchen produce precise, pared-back dishes made with top-notch ingredients that reflect the restaurant's ties to the region. In addition to the four-, six- or nine-course tasting menu, there is a seasonal à la carte selection. The space is also extremely inviting: Entirely done out in Swiss stone pine, the compact dining space brims with atmosphere, further fuelled by the p

In the tradition-steeped Cresta Palace Hotel, Moses Ceylan (best known for his work at Einstein Gourmet in St Gallen) whisks you away on a culinary journey to the Levant, drawing on his heritage. He skilfully combines flavours from southern Turkey, Syria and Lebanon with produce from the Engadine. Something of a tribute to his mother, the menu features finely seasoned creations such as Aramaic-style deep-fried local trout with caviar, sumac nage and herb and blossom salad, or marinated baharat-spiced saddle of lamb with cannelloni bean cream, roasted vegetable ragout, pomegranate jus and toast