Albergo Drena

Situated on the second floor of a building in the historic centre of Arco, this restaurant is an intimate and romantic inn with the feel of a private home. Here, Evelyn and Carl have poured all their love for travel into the decor and the cuisine, the latter on two tasting menus (one focusing on meat, the other on fish) which are served to the few fortunate guests at the restaurant’s three tables. The creative recipes are influenced by the Trento region, as well as elsewhere in Italy and across the globe in dishes that awaken guests’ curiosity and delight their palate. The amusingly “Nigiri in

The most welcoming section of the extensive Cantina Toblino complex is home to the large, contemporary and minimalist-style Hosteria. Here, a young chef serves simple reinterpretations of regional dishes with a focus on zero-mile produce with the occasional yet astute use of ingredients from further afield.

Situated in a bucolic location in the Trentino where the excellent Vino Santo is produced (we recommend rounding off your meal with a glass of the equally superb grappa), this restaurant and adjacent bar occupy a fascinating medieval castle (tours of which can be arranged) jutting out into the lake of the same name. The generous, modern meat and fish dishes are featured on various tasting menus, along with an extensive à la carte. In summer, make sure you book a table on the charming terrace overlooking the lake.