Overview
- Michelangelo Mammoliti’s La Rei Natura in Serralunga d’Alba earns a third star, taking Italy’s three-star roster to 15.
- Two new two-star awards go to Famiglia Rana in Oppeano (Verona) and I Tenerumi on Vulcano, with Heinz Beck named Mentor Chef of the Year.
- Twenty-two venues receive a first star—among them Cracco Portofino, INEO and La Terrazza in Rome, Al Madrigale in Tivoli, Cavallino in Maranello, and Senso Lake Garda—fewer than the 31 added last year.
- Notable removals include Casa Vissani losing its remaining star and Miramonti L’Altro dropping from two to one, alongside multiple exits due to closures or format changes.
- Special prizes highlight service and emerging talent, with Giulia Tavolaro taking the Service Award, Mattia Pecis the Young Chef Award, Ivana Capraro the Sommelier Award, and Al Madrigale recognized as Opening of the Year.