A Locanda Tu Marchese In Matino

Today was a day with a golden edge. I got the chance to make cheese with Gretha and her mother Luisa. Fresh natural cheese, cheese with salt and also ricotta. The whole process was a lot of fun, thanks to the open and friendly attitude of mother and daughter. Afterwards I was also served an extensive cheese tasting with wine and two desserts. I received the homemade cheese neatly packaged Not only did the two super hospitable ladies provide me with a wonderful morning, but the entire environment in which it took place was fantastic. I was given a tour of their 17th century palace. From the basement with a kind of natural swimming pool, to the roof terrace where the restaurant with 130 seats is located in the summer. The family also has a farm, so the products are used directly in the restaurant. What really struck me was the hospitable, open and pleasant reception. Fortunately, I can go again on Sunday, this time to make pasta with the family's grandmother. Thank you! If you have the time and opportunity: Do this workshop, highly recommended!!

We had an unforgettable cooking class with Nonna and Greta, and we highly recommend it! The experience was interactive, educational, and so much fun. We spent an incredible time laughing, learning, and sharing moments with these wonderful people. After the class, we enjoyed a fantastic dinner made entirely by us—two types of fresh pasta crafted with local, zero-kilometer ingredients. It was incredible to learn that they personally grow or produce everything they serve, from olive oil to bread and cheese. To top it off, they gave us a tour of the stunning estate, including the beautiful rooms and the fascinating history of the place. It was truly amazing, and I don’t want to spoil the surprise—just go and experience it for yourself! Our only regret? Not staying longer. But we’ll definitely be back! With love, Two Spanish girls ❤️

New Year's Eve lunch with a fixed menu. We left the restaurant all satisfied and I swear we couldn't consume everything that was brought to the table. Recipes of the past and typical products of our own production. Selection of appetizers, 2 first courses, dessert, coffee, amaro, and drinks included. Compliments to the staff. I recommend it to everyone. Quiet and very characteristic environment.

Excellent trattoria inn, truly beautiful summer location, the upper terraces overlooking the beautiful historic center of Matino! Classic and also revisited dishes, certainly genuine, in fact they use seasonal km0 raw materials, such as, for example, now that it is September, there are various dishes with figs. Definitely recommended! The chef owner of the place (there is also a b & b) very kind makes sure that everything is ok, and the customers are satisfied. Update December 2024, always kind and excellent home-made dishes, for the winter it is characteristic to eat in the underground oil mill. You can also arrive by car but then you have to park in the square or under the main road. There is also a lift to get to the upper floors

Great place to have lunch or dinner to try the typical Salento menu. Very kind staff and excellent quality food.