Agriturismo Santa Maria Bressanoro

On the outskirts of Lodi, yet already in a green and almost rural setting, the interior of this farmhouse creates an atmosphere of considerable refinement, with a series of elegantly appointed dining rooms in which an elaborate and creative cuisine is served. The wine accompaniment is not to be overlooked, not only for the quality of the selection, but also for the opportunity to purchase bottles directly from the wine list.

Young, informal and friendly owners Fabio and Vale welcome guests to their restaurant in Offanengo, just a few kilometres from Crema. A good choice for anyone looking for a change from traditional cuisine, the restaurant serves moderately creative dishes including a good selection of fish options (the Mazara del Vallo red prawns served with green gazpacho, caviar and lemon are particularly delicious).

Close to the city centre and within walking distance of the Cathedral, the restaurant is located inside a beautiful historic building. The cuisine is fragrant, and the menu alternates between seafood offerings – depending on market availability – and a few more traditional recipes such as hand-pinched Cremasque sweet tortelli. The jovial welcome, streamlined service and interesting wine list (with a few "natural" offerings for enthusiasts) explain why there is a large turnout for both lunch and dinner. Better make reservations!

Having successfully been in business for over 40 years, this restaurant continues to shine for its top-quality traditional cuisine, priding itself, as it has always done, on its love for local specialities. Goose dishes take centre stage on the menu (the area is famous for its goose), alongside an excellent selection of traditional boiled meats all of which are sourced locally. There’s also a good choice of wine, which is skilfully displayed and served from a trolley in the dining room from which wines are served by the glass.

Situated less than five minutes’ drive from the centre of Crema, this delightful contemporary-style trattoria boasts a modern dining room with a minimalist decor brightened by splashes of colour. The equally attractive cuisine is inspired mainly by Italian traditions, especially at lunchtime during the week (when the prices are very competitive), while in the evenings (at the weekend) dishes are enhanced by additional contemporary touches. The wine list is divided between Italian and French labels, including an excellent selection of champagnes.

An unexpected restaurant hidden among the fields of a small hamlet in the Bassa Bresciana region. Although the menu features a few regional dishes, the focus here is on creative cuisine with an emphasis on herbs and vegetables, some of which are grown in the restaurant’s own kitchen garden.

Within the charming centre of a beautiful locality divided by the Adda River and encircled by ancient walls, is a venue merging rustic notes with contemporary elements, featuring a delightful outdoor area beneath the portico. They present regional cuisine (for instance, nougat espuma with melted chocolate) and Italian dishes (glazed suckling pig loin with Sicilian orange blossom honey), modernised and lightened. The fine selection of wines is constructed over the years with care and passion by the owner.