Il Grano di Pepe

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Il Grano di Pepe: Sicilian Accents in Ravarino – Michelin Recommended

A Modern Osteria in the Bassa Modenese

Il Grano di Pepe sits on via Roma in Ravarino, a quiet corner of the Emilia-Romagna countryside. Here, chef Rino Duca runs a restaurant that is both intimate and contemporary – a place “fuori dagli itinerari gastronomici usuali,” as the restaurant itself says, where guests find an atmosphere of reserve and warmth.

Cuisine with a Decidedly Sicilian Accent

The kitchen balances research and experimentation with a light hand. “La forza dei nostri piatti sta nell’audacia della sottrazione,” the chef explains – the boldness of subtraction. A very light touch gives strong voice to contrasts that play between scent and taste, all with a decided Sicilian accent. Quality, care for detail, and the memory of Sicily define every dish. The menu changes with the seasons, drawing on ingredients from Gandò, the chef’s own vegetable garden.

A Michelin-Recognised Experience

Il Grano di Pepe has earned a Michelin Recommended distinction for 2026, a recognition that aligns with its pursuit of elegance without pretence. The restaurant offers fine dining in a setting that feels personal – outdoor seating in warmer months, a carefully curated wine and whisky list, and a style that marries tradition with quiet experimentation. For anyone seeking Mediterranean and Sicilian cuisine in the Modena area, this is a destination worth seeking out.