A Region at the Head of the Table

Maria Barale
Al Rododendro Reg. San Giacomo, 73
Boves (CN)
Tel. 0171.380.372
Closed Sunday evenings and Mondays
The Chef
Maria Barale.
Born in Cuneo, on 5 January 1950.
Al Rododendro of Boves opened its doors
in 1973. At first, Mary’s husband, Walter
Del Marco, presided over the stove, while
she looked after the customers. Then
fortune intervened in the form of shyness:
A naturally private person, Mary
convinced her husband to exchange places
with her; and it was precisely then that Al
Rododendro began its ongoing ascent.
A STROLL THROUGH
Cuneo: the porticoes of the stately buildings
on Via Roma and Corso Nizza are
characteristic of the city. City life takes place
along this axis with its commercial activities,
professional offices, and cafés. The dome of
1198 arose along with the foundations of the
city itself. The recently restored Torre Civica
(City Tower) dates back to 1317. From atop
the tower, one can admire the spectacular
panorama of the Alpine arc.
What she says about herself
“My cooking is partly under the influence
of nearby France, but it gets very creative
due to the encounter between local
traditions and those of the other Italian
regions.
What’s more, in my profession, nothing is
ever static, which is why I continue to take
classes, participating in refresher courses
with the most famous chefs every year.
It’s the best way to always keep in step with
the latest cooking techniques.”
Specialities
Ravioli di gallina.
The Restaurant
International and creative cuisine.
Sophisticated and elegant space.
One room; seats 25.
A la Carte and Tasting Menu.
Wine list with regional and national wines;
250 labels.
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