The charm and timeless beauty of Palazzo Bentivoglio characterize the most sophisticated culinary corner of the resort: the Il Grifone restaurant. The original gourmet dishes prepared at Il Grifone are the result of a careful and wise interpretation of the tradition combined with creative cuisine and locally-sourced ingredients. The choice of food pairings is meticulous and can satisfy the most demanding palates while respecting the original taste of the products and their nutritional properties.

"Each dish is born from the encounter between zero-kilometre ingredients grown at Palazzo di Varignana and carefully selected products from the best local suppliers. To these, I add the memories of my childhood, giving life to a creative process that is always new, yet deeply rooted in tradition. The vegetable garden is an endless source of inspiration and, over time, plant-based elements have become increasingly central to my cuisine. Through research and  experimentation, I have explored their infinite expressive potential, eventually creating an entire tasting menu dedicated to the world of vegetables.

We work in full respect of nature’s cycles, using seasonal ingredients or, when necessary, products we have processed ourselves, such as preserves and fruit juices. Our meat and fish suppliers also share our ethical and sustainable philosophy: we use only mature meat, from animals not raised solely for slaughter, and fish caught in the Adriatic Sea — never farmed.

For me, cooking is also about playfulness and experimentation. Each dish is a balance of contrasts, between flavours and textures. Studying techniques such as drying, fermentation, and low-temperature cooking allows me to enhance every ingredient in its entirety, highlighting its nutritional qualities and reducing waste. 
Often, the same element can be found in several dishes, in different forms and textures, thanks to processes that optimise time without
compromising quality.

Because in the kitchen, as in life, food and time are two precious resources, to be treated with the same care". Francesco Manograsso - Head Chef Il Grifone