FRATELLI DESIDERI Le Cene Stellate Chef Enrico Bartolini Purple Grain

Enrico’s Signature is a dish that has marked the history of international gastronomy, an award-winning risotto that perfectly embodies the genius and mastery of Enrico, one of the most acclaimed and innovative chefs in the world. This dish, probably one of the most famous in the Haute Cuisine scene, is omnipresent on the menu of Mudec, his three Michelin star restaurant in Milan, which has been a beacon of contemporary cuisine for years. A dish that is not only an explosion of flavors, but a true work of culinary art, which reflects the extraordinary artistic vision of the chef.

The risotto, in all its magnificence, appears as a dish that recalls the fluid and unpredictable forms of a dripping by Jackson Pollock, the famous American artist who revolutionized the concept of painting. The aesthetics of the dish is simply grandiose, with vivid colors and consistencies that mix in a play of shapes and shades, inviting not only the taste but also the sight. It is a dish that tells a story through every single element, where creativity and technique meet to create something unique.

At first bite, the palate is enveloped by the sweet notes of red fruits, which delicately explode with their natural, vibrant and fruity taste. Their freshness is beautifully balanced by the softness of the beetroot, an ingredient that adds an earthy and rich dimension, complementing the sweetness of the fruits with a velvety sensation that harmonizes perfectly with the other flavors. But it is the addition of erborinato – a cheese with intense and savoury notes – that enriches the dish with its strength, creating a stunning contrast with the sweetness of the beetroot and red fruits.

To complete this gastronomic work, the walnut cream garnish provides a final touch of refinement, adding a delicate texture and a slightly toasted flavor that harmonizes the entire dish, while the incredible intensity of each individual ingredient is felt in a perfect balance of flavors.

But the real impact of this dish is not only in its extraordinary flavor, but also in the overall sensorial experience it offers. The meeting of tastes, colors and consistencies, as well as the perfect balance of sweetness, intensity and freshness, make this risotto a true gastronomic memory, a dish that remains imprinted in the mind and heart of those lucky enough to taste it.

This recipe is not only a demonstration of Enrico’s absolute genius in contemporary haute cuisine, but also a testimony to his ability to transform food into art, creating a dish that has no equal in the world culinary scene. A dish that is destined to remain in the history of gastronomy as one of the undisputed masterpieces of our time.