A tasting journey at O’Pazzo commences with the charred oak aroma of a Neapolitan wood-fired oven, where a blistered, leopard-spotted crust signals a mastery of dough. This Rotterdam institution balances rustic charm with avant-garde refinement, delivering dishes like tenderized octopus paired with ink crackers for a brittle, saline crunch. Technique shines in the signature risotto, where king prawns are lacquered in tarragon oil and balanced by the tropical acidity of mango chutney. The experience concludes with a 'messy' tiramisu, where espresso-soaked ladyfingers meet a velvety, aerated mascarpone cream, offering a sophisticated interplay of textures and bold, Italian-inspired flavors.