I Tenerumi

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I Tenerumi - Michelin 2-Star Vegetable Restaurant on Vulcano Island, Lipari

I Tenerumi: A Vegetable Restaurant on Vulcano

On the island of Vulcano, part of the Aeolian archipelago off the coast of Sicily, I Tenerumi redefines fine dining. Located within the Therasia Resort Sea & Spa, this restaurant describes itself as a “ristorante vegetale” — a vegetable restaurant — and has earned two Michelin stars for its audacious, original approach.

Chef Davide Guidara and the Manifesto of New Vegetable Cuisine

At the heart of I Tenerumi is chef Davide Guidara. His cooking is guided by a “Manifesto of New Vegetable Cuisine.” The philosophy is built on two pillars: the sustainability of raw ingredients, skillfully grown in the restaurant’s own garden, and a deep respect for the environment across the entire supply chain.

Guidara’s tasting menu is entirely plant-based. The foundation of each creation is meticulous research, resulting in dishes where audacity and originality shine. The fruits of the land—tomatoes, onions, zucchini, lemons, and lentils—are transformed using international and innovative techniques, all while preserving their authenticity and genuineness.

Dining Under the Stars

The experience at I Tenerumi is designed to engage all the senses. Dinner takes place on a lush lawn, with the starry sky and the entire Aeolian archipelago as a backdrop. This setting brings diners into direct contact with nature, complementing the chef’s vegetable-focused cuisine. The restaurant’s name, “Tenerumi,” refers to the tender shoots of Sicilian zucchini, a fitting symbol for a kitchen that celebrates the pure, unadulterated flavor of vegetables.