Vinavev - Osteria Contemporanea In Andria

A short detour leads us to Andria's "Vin a Vev," a contemporary osteria that won us over in many ways. The atmosphere is welcoming, lived-in, and informal, featuring a successful mix of benches, vintage chairs, and wooden tables; the roaring fireplace adds a pleasant sense of comfort and conviviality. In the background, the music of postwar romantic Italy plays, ranging from melodic Italian songs to swing and jazz. The all-female dining room staff is friendly, helpful, and delightfully communicative in describing the dishes, clearly highlighting the traditional and regional elements. The menu, displayed above the fireplace, is written on a simple, understated blackboard, carefully crafted based on seasonality. The welcome offering includes focaccia and taralli "scaldatelli." We trace our journey and begin with the house meatballs "Vin a Vev": a successful reuse of stale bread, meat, and the seasonal touch of beetroot, served on a bed of dried legumes for dramatic effect. Next comes a pumpkin millefeuille: battered and fried slices, layered and punctuated with sauce and a sprinkling of Parmesan. Don't just call it pumpkin parmigiana. The horsemeat with poached eggs is surprising: the egg, cooked at a low temperature, has a firm white and a soft yolk, ready to drip onto the mixture when broken. The dish is completed with a Canestrato cheese fondue and a sprinkling of fragrant bread. To round off the appetizers, a more assertive, savory, and spicy flavor arrives: the typical smoked sausage, aka Salsicc' 'mbumoit, with red sauce. As a complement, excellent homemade bread, like all the other baked goods served. To cleanse our palates between one delicacy and the next, we sip a Negramaro rosé from Produttori Vino di Manduria. Moving on to the first courses, we decide to try both: mixed pasta with potatoes and smoked provola sauce, topped with a quenelle of chopped langoustine; and pappardelle paglia e fieno with local pork ragù. We could have left more than satisfied, but that simple final phrase on the blackboard—"Homemade desserts"—is a magnet for curiosity. Of the three options, we choose a brownie with Moscato zabaglione cream and mint and a deconstructed version of pastiera: three wafers interspersed with ricotta, chocolate chips, and candied fruit. "Vin a Vev," aka "Come and Drink," is a contemporary osteria worth marking down among the places to frequent and recommend.

A heartfelt applause to these guys! A magnificent place and cuisine beyond all expectations, proving that you don't need magic to amaze, but rather, like these brave guys, infusing tradition with an innovative twist that enhances the result without going overboard, with noteworthy service and hospitality. A pure, sincere experience. Kudos to the owners, true love and passion for this work shine through. We'll be back time and time again, especially with the ever-evolving menu! BRAVO!

It was my first time at Vinavev, and my first time in Andria. We chose this restaurant on the recommendation of a restaurateur friend of ours who had raved about it. I must admit, the experience far exceeded our expectations. The concept of the restaurant is to combine tradition and innovation, and I must say they succeeded very well. There was also an excellent selection and variety of wines to pair with the dishes. The service was also excellent, and we felt welcomed. We hope to return soon!

A superb experience: the location, food, aromas, and music all masterfully intertwined, complemented by attentive and warm service. We'll definitely return again and again.

What can I say? It completely met my expectations! From the intimate and welcoming atmosphere to the service, and finally, the quality of the ingredients! A delightful discovery...I'll definitely be back to try a first course!

I've been missing for a while, it was as pleasant as always 🔝🔝🔝🔝💯💯💯💯 🤩 Why should I tell you... Try it and believe it! Professional staff 💯💪🏽 Courtesy 💯💯💪🏽 Service 💯💯💪🏽 Relaxing atmosphere and good music. Excellent food 💯💯💯😋😋😋🍷

Eating at a restaurant isn't a necessity, but a pleasure. Here you can savor the pleasure of discovering new flavors, with foods rooted in our region's traditions. The service is impeccable. The restaurant is welcoming and warm. In the summer, outdoor seating is available, offering a natural setting in the historic center. Fabrizio will welcome you and explain the preparation process for all the dishes on the menu. In conclusion: a place worth your (positive) culinary experience.

An unexpected place. Surprising food, professional staff and a very nice gift at the end of dinner - a bottle of local olive oil. Love it ❤️

Wonderful place, professional staff, and high-quality ingredients... We highly recommend the cheese platter and the "vinavev" meatballs, Apulian bombette, and Genovese sheep's cheese.