18/08/2026: Eat like you used to, but first you have to survive the hairpin bends. If you want to escape the tourist-trap restaurants of the Amalfi Coast and immerse yourself in the most authentic Campania, Osteria Torre Ferano is an almost obligatory stop. Located in the hills of Vico Equense (also famous for its appearance on 4 Ristoranti with Alessandro Borghese), the establishment dominates the landscape, offering views of the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius.
The host, Camillo, is a force of nature: genuine, captivating, and a promoter of a "stress-free" atmosphere. The cuisine is traditional, hearty, and unfussy. The final treat? Coffee served directly from the moka pot to your table.
The fun compromise? To conquer this Genovese, you'll first have to brave the narrow hillside roads, and on busy days, the service shifts from "welcoming" to "organized chaos."
16/08/2026: Unfortunately, this time it wasn't a great dinner. The service was very slow, the Genovese wasn't very tasty, the appetizers were good but bland. I had to add salt to all the fried food. My wife had ordered tuna, which had a truly strange flavor. I tried it too, and unfortunately, it wasn't good. Instead of admitting there was something strange, the kitchen informed us that their tuna was different and that it tasted like this. I find it strange because we've eaten tuna in many places around the world, not to mention many in Italy, and we've never encountered this flavor.
The place is still very nice, but unfortunately, its notoriety has caused the quality to decline.
I hope they get back to doing things the right way.