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On the outskirts of Torino, Italy, within a 20 minute drive of the center of the city, there is a stunning property called The Palace of Venaria. The palace, which was built in the 17th Century, was originally constructed as a royal residence and hunting lodge. During Napoleon’s reign, it was turned into a training ground for army troops. Today, the property houses an impressive art gallery that includes a collection of paintings, sculptures, and furniture.
It is also the location of Dolce Stil Novo, a Michelin-starred restaurant run by Chef Alfredo Russo. The food is a spin on Piedmontese cuisine and while the first course was rather whimsical, filled with dishes like oyster ice cream (pictured below), salmon infused with rosemary smoke (also pictured), and his take on a Shepard’s Pie, Chef Russo showed what was truly special about the local dishes by using seasonal ingredients native to the land and presenting us his take on the classics. If there’s one thing I’d like to highlight about our meal at Dolce Stil Novo, it was the service, which managed to be professional while allowing every customer to feel comfortable. It’s impressive when a restaurant’s staff can manage to make you feel at home, especially when you’re about to throw down some dough for your meal.
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Disclaimer: This post is a part of a series that I will be doing on Torino, Italy. I was recently invited to take part in an all-expense paid tour of the area. The views on my blog are my own and in no way was I monetarily compensated for writing this entry (or required to post, for that matter).
This post makes me yearn to go back to Italy. Your beautiful photos captured the setting so well, Brian.
What an amazing and wonderful opportunity! I love the way these photo’s make you feel, like your experiencing that particular time period in the 17th century.
Great photos and post and you’re making everyone jealous!
Stunning, Bri. That prosciutto is gorgeous and so is every photo. The evening looks magical. You captured some nice shots of Chef Alfredo (and the waiter;)
Aww baby boi such beautiful photos. Crystal clear flutes and drinks. I so wish to go to Italy will fix this Istanbul mishasp soon. Though I hear Istanbul is nice too. Great trip and am happy you got to experience it!
A cool early winter evening on the Highlands south of Sydney, Australia. Looking at the series of evocative photos, I wish I was there with you. We could lift a glass at the end of the walk and all would be well with the world . . .
Great to reexperience the molecular adventure in Venaria. Too bad the salmon smoke trick doesn’t show on the picture.
You are seriously making me want to visit!
Mnnn. . . I LOVES me some palace, especially when it is Italian.
Ogni uomo un re.
Sigh. Italy… LOVE the shot of that long monochrome hallway, and the pink sparkly wine being poured. Sounds like a fantastic meal (and BTW does the waiter come in a takeaway box?!) ;o)
Gorgeous! Not sure how much longer I can put off a trip to Italy, so glad you were able to go.
Oh wow – I knew I could count on you to make me feel like I’ve been there. Those pictures are amazing!
Absolutely incredible Brian. My favorite photo is of the wine glass on the ledge. So beautiful.
Brian – I just love how you tell a story through your beautiful photography. I feel as if I was on that trip with you (and I wish I was!). What a wonderful opportunity.
Even though I didn’t get the chance to go myself, I’m so glad I can live through your photos. They’re fantastic by the way and I can’t wait to see more posts on the region. Love all the food and landscape shots, B!
Ahh I really need to go back to torino to visit! i love the attention to detail that was paid to the food….everything just so and utterly delicious.
Gorgeous photos, Brian. My mouth is watering, and my wanderlust was kicked into high gear.
amazing shots Brian! Wow! Looks like a great time!
Stunning photos, Brian!
I love the way you captured the people in your photos. They seem so warm. (BTW, The golden couch is equally sexy.) What a beautiful way to show off Italy.
I want to get on a plane right now! I love Italy!
Brian!! What an amazing post and glorious photos! Next time I’m sneaking into your suitcase.
This post reminds me that 23 years between trips to Italy is far too long. I need a holiday now ;D Love the photos!
Gorgeous photos from what I’m sure was a very memorable trip! That proscuitto looks absolutely delicious!
I just discovered your blog – it’s gorgeous! I grew up in Italy – Naples & Rome, so love looking at your photos & reading about your travels.
looks like time is spent sinfully awesome =)
xoxo
One of these days, I’ll make it to Italy – and hopefully I’ll make it to this wonderful spot!
Beautiful, Brian! I am antsy for a vacation and your photos are making me want to return to Italy, it has been way too long.
The place looks exquisite. I love the corridor with the high ceilings and the powder blue painting. What an incredible trip!
That palace reminds me almost of Versaillles…
Okay, one more Italy post and I’m packing and flying over, what a beautiful country….they really picked the right person to do a photo essay of Torrino!