LUX February 2017

LUX - February 2017 43 Three Star Food, Five Star Service La Pergola offers fine Italian cuisine and sweeping views of Rome, allowing guests to bask in the glory of this historic city. When entering this beautiful establishment, an unforgettable view of the Eternal City is revealed through the vast windows, allowing guest to dine in a genuinely unique Roman setting. Under the guidance of Heinz Beck, the restaurant has become a temple of international gastronomy, and was historically the first and, still today remains, the only three-star Michelin kitchen in Rome. Drawing on the passions and emotions of Head Chef Heinz Beck, every dish is designed to be sensually stunning; from its aesthetic appeal through to the smells and tastes which create lifelong memories. Menus are brief and to the point, with a selection of the finest seafood, meat and vegetarian dishes in Rome. Combining sumptuous, fresh ingredients and rich, evocative flavours these dishes are truly spectacular. Every dish is created as a vision; as every recipe is the result of a meticulous analysis of every detail and of every aspect. Singular elements that multiply their value within the sum of the whole they represent. Intended to evoke emotions through the scents and colours of nature, without excess; a constant search for balance as the foundation of food made of lightness. With particular attention to the modern and a challenge to originality, with coherence towards principles, without compromise, each dish is an exercise in balance, with every element perfectly proportioned to ensure that the dish is never over or underwhelmed. Highlights from the menu include the superb amberjack marinated in white balsamic vinegar with pomegranate snow, the beautifully seasoned seafood on almond tofu and the sublime fillet of venison on chestnut cream with vegetables, tubers and seasonal fruit. Each dish is perfectly presented and expertly prepared so that no diner is ever disappointed. Even the most educated and well-travelled of palate will find something new and invigorating to sample at La Pergola. In addition, the restaurant is home to Chef Sommelier, Marco Reitano, who has curated two extraordinary wine lists, one from around the world and another exclusively Italian. There is something for everyone and wine lovers can happily relinquish themselves to the knowledgeable Marco Reitano. He tastes a vast selection of wines every year, exploring the world’s finest vintages, to create this impeccable list. An enviable selection is defined by such rarities as 1922 Chateau Lafite Rothschild and 1945 Pétrus, and guests receive tableside advice on pairing their food with their delicious meal from the La Pergola’s knowledgeable and friendly staff. Similar to the Rome Cavalieri’s art collection, Marco Reitano’s Italian list showcases some of the finest creativity in the country. It is so comprehensive there are no less than 34 wines from eminent Gaja Barbaresco as well as a virtual chapter on Brunello. Even the most seasoned wine connoisseurs will be stunned by this exuberant collection. Incorporating the work of Heinz Beck and Marco Reitano ensures perfection, with this stunning restaurant offering an ideal combination of luscious meals and perfectly selected wines. As such La Pergola is a must visit for anyone visiting the cultural hub that is Italy’s capital city. To find out more or book a table visit https://romecavalieri.com/la-pergola/ Fine dining at its finest, this stunning three Michelin star establishment offers guests a chance to sample some of the finest cuisine in Rome. Part of the glorious Rome Cavalieri hotel, guests know they will only receive the very finest service and most distinguished dishes from this fine restaurant. Three Star Food, Five Star Service