Amistà Restaurant A Gourmet Journey of Art and Taste in the Heart of Valpolicella
Nestled within the enchanting setting of Byblos Art Hotel Villa Amistà—a five-star historic villa surrounded by the peaceful landscapes of Valpolicella, just outside Verona—Amistà Restaurant offers a refined culinary experience awarded one Michelin star.
From the moment you step inside, you are immersed in a harmonious blend of heritage and modernity: a sophisticated and imaginative atmosphere that embodies the philosophy of art as inspiration. At the heart of this experience is Executive Chef Mattia Bianchi, whose cuisine is born from a meticulous selection of the finest local ingredients from Valpolicella and the Verona area—sourced directly from local markets and elevated with a creative twist and subtle Asian influences.
Three tasting menus—including a fully vegan option—transform each dish into a chapter of a sensory narrative where flavour, aesthetics, and terroir come together. For those in search of a memorable fine dining experience in a refined and artistic setting, Amistà Restaurant is the perfect destination—whether for a romantic evening, an exclusive event, or a moment of pure gourmet indulgence.
Our Philosophy
At Amistà Restaurant, cuisine is an art form. Every dish begins with a vision that blends aesthetics, local character, and emotion—transforming exceptional ingredients into a multisensory experience.
Guided by the “Food for Art” philosophy, Chef Mattia Bianchi crafts flavours inspired by Valpolicella through contemporary techniques and unexpected pairings. Tradition and innovation exist in perfect harmony, much like an art gallery where taste and beauty are intimately entwined.
The result is a style of cooking that is elegant and essential—never ostentatious. A culinary journey that speaks of provenance, thoughtful research, and harmony—an invitation to slow down and rediscover the pure emotion of food as a true form of art.
The Chef
At the helm of Amistà Restaurant is Chef Mattia Bianchi—creative soul and guardian of the “Food for Art” philosophy. A native of Verona, Bianchi brings a refined, contemporary vision to the kitchen, where local tradition meets aesthetic sensitivity and technical innovation.
Following prestigious experiences in Michelin-starred restaurants across Italy and Europe, he returned to his homeland with the desire to honour its ingredients through an international lens. His cuisine strikes a balance between elegance and authenticity, complexity and simplicity—each dish telling a story of emotion, place, and memory.
His culinary approach is a continuous dialogue between art and nature, designed to captivate and delight all the senses.
