The story
In the tiny borough of Soriso, just outside Borgomanero, the streets are paved with porphyry and cobblestone, winding between ancient houses carefully renovated in strict respect of their original style. Here, silence and a fresh, pleasant condition remain undisturbed. Welcome to Al Sorriso, where Angelo and Luisa Valazza know how to give you the best of receptions.
Angelo Valazza's cooking is rooted in the Piedmontese tradition but interpreted with a modern sensibility. The menus change with the seasons, showcasing the region's finest ingredients. The winter tasting menu, “L’inverno i colori e i profumi,” might include duck foie gras with rose-scented red Tropea onion and hazelnut parfait, or a tournedot of Fassone di Langa beef aged in Barolo, herb-and-marrow crusted, with black truffle. Other dishes highlight Albenga artichokes, red shrimp, and the cheeses of Piedmont's alpine valleys. The wine list is carefully selected, and pairings are offered.
Al Sorriso's high quality cooking has been recognized with a Michelin star, a well-deserved nod to the precision and passion evident in every plate. The atmosphere is refined yet relaxed, and the adjacent hotel allows guests to extend their stay in this quiet corner of Piedmont, where "total relax" and "original tastes" are the guiding principles.
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