Kresios In Telese terme

A formative experience, I learned more about a cuisine that explores fermentation techniques using local products and Eastern techniques. I didn't enjoy all the dishes; some I found unbalanced (to my palate). The decision to force a tasting menu can be disappointing. The wine pairing was excellent, and the willingness to offer a vegetarian menu was commendable. The bill was super high.

Sunday at Krèsios. There are places where time slows down and everything becomes a gentle whisper. The dishes arrive like pages from a diary you didn't know you had, each with a memory, a scent, a small truth. Gabriele welcomes us admirably and guides us through each dish. In the glass, the voice of Alfredo Buonanno accompanies and illuminates, transforming taste into emotion. And then there's the discreet and luminous presence of chef Giuseppe Iannotti, which is felt in every gesture, in every choice, in every detail that speaks of him. And you realize that it's not just a lunch: it's a moment that lingers—light, profound, necessary. ✨

25 courses 25 emotions A unique journey of excellence, tradition, and innovation

What a journey... when I reached the hare dish, I literally cried. I gave this experience to a dear friend of mine for his thirtieth birthday, and in the end, I decided to give it to myself as well. We expected it, and we found so much. All the staff in the dining room were extremely kind, and I appreciated the fact that they adjusted to our level: precise, but without the formality that often only creates detachment. At the end of the evening, we even ended up playing table football with them: they were so friendly! There were only two seats, so the dining room was all to ourselves. The experience itself was a revelation for me: there are flavors we are completely unaware of, and discovering them like this, one after the other, was astonishing. My favorite dish, as you may have guessed, was the hare. I can't say exactly what was in it or how it was cooked, but I remember closing my eyes and feeling the weight of the (lead-fired) gun, the wild smell, and the atmosphere of the forest. Eating it catapulted me into that fantasy, as if I myself had hunted that hare. It was metaphysical, and I'm not exaggerating. At that moment, a tear slid down my cheek. The rest of the experience was equally memorable, but that was the highlight. Sincere applause to everyone: you were magnificent, and I truly hope to share an experience with you again.

Excellent! A restaurant with great character!