Osteria L'orto Dei Mori

Osteria L'orto Dei Mori is a hidden Venetian gem where the lagoon’s traditions are subtly infused with Sicilian intensity. The signature risotto al nero di seppia is a technical triumph, achieving a perfect mantecatura that results in a creamy, jet-black rice with a deep, savory aroma of the sea. The fritto misto is exceptionally light, featuring squid and shrimp encased in a crisp, airy batter that shatters upon impact. Chef Lorenzo Cipolla employs techniques like slow-braising for the Venetian-style liver and precise grilling for the tuna steak, ensuring a balance of textures from the velvety polenta to the seared fish. Aromatic taglierini with pesto and scallops, finished with toasted pine nuts, offers a bright, herbaceous counterpoint to the richer lagoon classics. The dining room, once Tintoretto’s workshop, provides a rustic yet elegant backdrop for a culinary experience that prioritizes ingredient integrity and a sophisticated, cross-regional flavor profile.