In the picturesque embrace of Lake Como, the venerable Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, a bastion of luxury with a storied heritage matching that of the lake itself, is poised to host an unprecedented gastronomic soiree on the 6th of April. This event, distinguished by its assembly of a venerated cadre of chefs who collectively boast 14 Michelin Stars, signifies a momentous occasion in the hotel’s illustrious history.
This year, in a groundbreaking collaboration with the Island of Ischia, famous for the celebrated ISCHIA SAFARI—a culinary festival that annually attracts over 300 chefs—the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni is extending its horizons. This expansion brings a curated ensemble of culinary virtuosos to the serene waters of Lake Como for a luncheon unparalleled in its ambition and scope.
The initiative converges a formidable lineup of 14 Chefs, 6 Pastry Chefs, 2 Pizza Makers, and 2 Artisans of Taste, unified by the noble aim of funding training initiatives for emerging talents. Proceeds from the event will bolster a hospitality institute in the Lake Como region, underlining a profound commitment to nurturing future generations in the arts of hospitality and gastronomy.
Among the luminaries participating are chefs of eminent stature, including Andrea Antonini, Ettore Bocchia, Fabio Pisani, Felix Lo Basso, Pasquale Palmaro, Salvatore Elefante, Riccardo Valore, Alessandro Negrini, Nino di Costanzo, Gianfranco Pascucci, Peppe Guida, Roberto di Pinto, Savio Perna, and Bobo Cerea. Together, they will craft an exclusive menu, transforming the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni’s offering into a veritable “Taste Safari”. Complementing this, pizza aficionados Ivano Veccia and esteemed pastry chefs such as Antonino Maresca, Manuel Ferrari, and Ettore Benigni, will guide guests through a journey of taste that promises to redefine the boundaries of culinary innovation and tradition.
This exclusive gathering not only showcases the pinnacle of culinary expertise but also embodies the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni’s enduring allure and dedication to excellence in luxury hospitality.