Bigoli in Cortina d'Ampezzo between tradition and flavors
Bigoli in Cortina represent a meeting of Venetian and Dolomitic culinary traditions, offering a unique gastronomic experience.
Bigoli is a fresh pasta from Veneto. It's long, thick, and has a rough surface, perfect for holding rich sauces. It started as homemade pasta, tied to simple cooking and strong flavors. Among many sauces, I personally love it with meat sauce. In Cortina d'Ampezzo, it's not a typical dish, but I've seen it on menus often.
I love trying new dishes, especially when traveling. But I always look for familiar flavors, especially homemade dishes. Maybe it's because I hear on TV that ultra-processed foods are bad. So, I choose restaurants offering handmade pasta.
My wife and I didn't want to spend too much. Cortina d'Ampezzo is known for being pricey. By chance, we found a great place I recommend: Il Vizietto di Cortina.
The place is well-kept and cozy, with mountain-themed decor and Christmas decorations. It creates a warm atmosphere fitting the alpine setting. The seating might be a bit close, likely due to the restaurant's size.
The service is a strong point. The staff is attentive, helpful, and professional. A nice touch is having multilingual waiters, very useful in a tourist spot like Cortina. I appreciated the customer care, shown in small gestures like coat storage, table-side drink service, and complimentary treats, including initial appetizers and a final digestif.
About the food, we ordered two "Caprese del Pugliese", two "Cacio e pepe" with homemade spaghetti, and a "Salice Salentino" wine. We spent 100 euros.
Review: The homemade pasta impressed me. It was a highlight of the meal. It's worth noting the menu offers various types of fresh homemade pasta. You can choose freely, not limited to one dish.
I think the amount spent is fair for Cortina. Especially considering the quality of the dishes, service, and overall experience.
There are also more famous restaurants listed in the Michelin guide. We'll try those next time.
Visitors to Cortina often worry about accommodations, parking, and what to see. But food is not a minor concern. I hope this was helpful.
