Mater Ristorante

About

MATER Restaurant: Chef Filippo Baroni's "Atavistic" Cuisine MATER Restaurant, in Moggiona within the Sacred Forests of Casentino, offers a return to culinary origins, emphasizing sustainability and respect for the territory. Chef Filippo Baroni and Marta Bidi are the "Custodians" of monastic hospitality and "sacred" recipes. MATER, symbolized by a pelican representing sacrifice, stands for mother, earth, and origin. Chef Baroni's cuisine is primitive and essential, deeply connected to the Casentinesi Forests. His dishes showcase ancient traditions and local products, reflecting nature's rhythms. Sustainability is key: composting kitchen waste, cultivating an on-site garden, and collaborating with local producers. Signature projects include producing vermouth and absinthe, emphasizing a closed-loop system and a deep connection to the land.

At a glance

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• Typical visit: about 1 hour