Mare e Monti

At this restaurant in the charming historic centre of Macerata, chef Michele Biagiola serves dishes inspired by rural culinary traditions, with herbs foraged from the fields nearby featuring in some of his recipes. The chef’s signature dishes and gourmet cuisine are served at lunchtime, while the evening menu focuses on more traditional fare served in a relaxing and informal atmosphere.

Situated amid hills in a secluded and panoramic location, this farmhouse offers guestrooms, a spa and a restaurant, where meat (often cooked over the grill) takes pride of place on the menu, alongside various local specialities such as stuffed pigeon, roast goose and “coniglio in porchetta” (stuffed rabbit).

A family - run restaurant with young, enthusiastic staff. Four rustic dining rooms provide the setting to enjoy delicious regional dishes, such as the ever - popular Marchigiana veal steak.

In this pretty, welcoming restaurant, the female chef from Albania, who has adopted Italian culinary traditions over her many years in the country, serves a choice of tasting menus. Her dishes have distinct geographical names and are full of colour and prepared from top-quality ingredients which change with the passing seasons. There are only a few tables available, so booking ahead is always a good idea. You’ll be warmly welcomed with a friendly smile that sets the tone for what is sure to be a highly enjoyable evening.