For our hostess Simona and her team it will be a pleasure to tantalize the tastebuds of their guests with seasonal and regional recipes and dishes that are always prepared with local products. In keeping with the Ticino tradition, the kitchen recommends the ever popular “Ossobuco” from Piera with polenta from “Mulino di Bruzella”, as well as the braised beef (“Brasato”) and the the flat or tall “Formaggini” that is produced in the valley. Cheeses can be enjoyed including the Ticino cheese “Formagella”, that is made nearby on the slopes of Monte Generoso. Finally, you can taste the local sausages with the excellent bread baked in the valley, as well as the wines of Mendrisiotto. The tradition of typical dishes will also be carried on by Simona according to family recipes including the famous osso buco with polenta “della Piera.” This and more await you in a typical and cozy environment. We have carefully selected for you different wines at reasonable prices from the different wineries in the Mendrisiotto. Of course, the Merlot dominates, but there are also various assemblages and wines that are stored in barriques to emphasize the bouquet of the wines. Our wine list also contains some representative wines from neighboring Italy, from Barbaresco to Sangiovese and finally Prosecco and Spumanti, made according to the classic method (Champagnoise), as well as, of course, with the common aperitifs, our grappas and nocinos (walnut liqueurs). The name of the Osteria refers to the family name Manciana, the maiden name of the grandmother “nonna Agnese”, who has run the Osteria since the 1950s when she took over the work that her mother Giuditta had started in the 1930s. From 1970 until today, her daughter-in-law Piera has taken care of the entire management of the restaurant; she has always welcomed all visitors warmly and has cooked for thousands of guests with passion over the years. The “osso buco con polenta della Piera”, a dish whose recipe remains a secret and has now been continued by four generations, remains famous. Simona, Piera’s daughter-in-law, will take over the management of the Manciana after the renovation, maintaining the direction and traditions that have shaped this historic osteria of the Valle di Muggio and Monte Generoso region over the years. From 2021 the Osteria will be able to offer its guests a large room for 40 people and two terraces for around 15 people, including a new one with a view of the valley. The Osteria is a typical mountain inn, which has adapted to the progress and changes of the visitors over the years but has retained its character as a daily meeting point for the residents of the Muggio Valley and those passing through. In the Osteria, farmers, bricklayers, hikers and seasonal workers who returned from central Switzerland after the Second World War, border guards who lived in the village and soldiers in times of war always enjoyed meeting each other. In the 1960s smugglers who carried their goods in “bricolle” (jute sacks full of cigarettes) to Italy, also took a stop there. Even today the adventures of the “spalloni” (smugglers) are told who tried to escape the border guards in order to bring their “bricolla” to safety. For almost 100 years the MANCIANA was a reference point for the village and the visitors, who once traveled for commercial and now for tourist reasons, between Switzerland and Italy, Como Lake (Italy) and Lugano Lake (Switzerland). Hospitality and tolerance were and will remain a hallmark of the Manciana.

For decades, the Scudellate Ostello has been a reference point for school groups and groups of friends wishing to discover the Muggio Valley region. After major renovation work on the building, the hostel is now suitable for anyone who wants to enjoy a convivial stay, surrounded by nature and characterized by a modern and youthful structure. The Scudellate Ostello is the ideal place for groups and school parties. You can book the ostello for special occasions such as birthdays, parties, sports retreats, mountain schools, team-building trips and group travel. Depending on your needs and the number of participants, the Ostello team is ready to present you with individual offers. In the picturesque village of Scudellate, located in the upper Muggio Valley, is the Scudellate Ostello. The Ostello has recently been refurbished to accommodate families, couples, backpackers, groups of friends, school groups and work colleagues who want to enjoy a stay on the slopes of Monte Generoso. The surrounding landscape is suitable for all lovers of nature and local food and wine. From here, it is possible to set off on various excursions on foot and by mountain bike between Switzerland and Italy. A dense network of paths allows you to admire the typical flora and fauna of the region.The Osteria Manciana, located just a few meters away, is happy to delight guests of the Ostello, from breakfast to dinner, with typical regional dishes and drinks. The Ostello offers two types of rooms. There are three rooms with shared bathroom and shower and one private room with its own bathroom. On the first floor of the Ostello there is a brand-new terrace with a unique view of the valley. Thanks to the youthful and versatile furnishings, guests can spend time together, relax or enjoy the breathtaking view while enjoying a local aperitif. On the ground floor there is another terrace, but this is covered and suitable for activities even if the weather is not favorable. The common room is located on the ground floor. Here guests will have the opportunity to meet, get to know each other and share their stay. As well as for socializing, this area is suitable for relaxing, working or holding meetings. Board games, books and a guitar are at everyone’s disposal. There is also the possibility of listening to music both inside and outsidethe building. There is also a big screen for filming or presentations. Keep an eye on the Ostello’s social profile, @OstellodiScudellate, to find out about activities and events. The building was built as the Scudellate school between 1907 and 1909 when it was inaugurated by the entire population of Scudellate and Erbonne. In fact, it initially housed the children of the two villages, which are still in Switzerland (Scudellate) and Italy (Erbonne). As many as 51 pupils between the ages of 6 and 14 attended the school every year. The infrastructure built by the local population (see original list of benefactors of 1909) remained available as a kindergarten and school from its creation in 1909 until 1965. In the upper Muggio Valley there were also other schools in Roncapiano and Muggiasca. From 1965 to 1982, the current Ostello was mainly used for local festivals, which were very popular with the population of the entire upper Muggio Valley and beyond. On 22 August 1982, the building was given a new lease of life, and after partial renovation, the Scudellate Ostello was opened and remained open all year round. From 1982 to 2019, the sole manager was Mr Guerino Piffaretti, who managed the facility in an exemplary manner, hosting several generations of young people from schools in the Mendrisiotto area and beyond. Since 2019 the infrastructure has been taken over by the Fondazione per la salvaguardia dell’alta Valle di Muggio (Foundation for the Protection of the Upper Muggio Valley), which has assembled the old facilities with a third adjacent building (former Cooperative), creating24 beds in 4 rooms as well as new and separate toilets. The refectory and kitchen have also been modernized and made more usable not only for guests but also for meetings/presentations etc.. Finally, there has been built a magnificent terrace of approx. 35m2 offering a spectacular view over the entire Muggio Valley. On 23 July 2021, the new Ostello was inaugurated. It will be managed as part of the Albergo Diffuso of Monte Generoso with the adjacent Osteria Manciana, the Foresteria di Scudellate and the Capanna dell’Alpe Caviano.

For our hostess Simona and her team it will be a pleasure to tantalize the tastebuds of their guests with seasonal and regional recipes and dishes that are always prepared with local products. In keeping with the Ticino tradition, the kitchen recommends the ever popular “Ossobuco” from Piera with polenta from “Mulino di Bruzella”, as well as the braised beef (“Brasato”) and the the flat or tall “Formaggini” that is produced in the valley. Cheeses can be enjoyed including the Ticino cheese “Formagella”, that is made nearby on the slopes of Monte Generoso. Finally, you can taste the local sausages with the excellent bread baked in the valley, as well as the wines of Mendrisiotto. The tradition of typical dishes will also be carried on by Simona according to family recipes including the famous osso buco with polenta “della Piera.” This and more await you in a typical and cozy environment. We have carefully selected for you different wines at reasonable prices from the different wineries in the Mendrisiotto. Of course, the Merlot dominates, but there are also various assemblages and wines that are stored in barriques to emphasize the bouquet of the wines. Our wine list also contains some representative wines from neighboring Italy, from Barbaresco to Sangiovese and finally Prosecco and Spumanti, made according to the classic method (Champagnoise), as well as, of course, with the common aperitifs, our grappas and nocinos (walnut liqueurs). The name of the Osteria refers to the family name Manciana, the maiden name of the grandmother “nonna Agnese”, who has run the Osteria since the 1950s when she took over the work that her mother Giuditta had started in the 1930s. From 1970 until today, her daughter-in-law Piera has taken care of the entire management of the restaurant; she has always welcomed all visitors warmly and has cooked for thousands of guests with passion over the years. The “osso buco con polenta della Piera”, a dish whose recipe remains a secret and has now been continued by four generations, remains famous. Simona, Piera’s daughter-in-law, will take over the management of the Manciana after the renovation, maintaining the direction and traditions that have shaped this historic osteria of the Valle di Muggio and Monte Generoso region over the years. From 2021 the Osteria will be able to offer its guests a large room for 40 people and two terraces for around 15 people, including a new one with a view of the valley. The Osteria is a typical mountain inn, which has adapted to the progress and changes of the visitors over the years but has retained its character as a daily meeting point for the residents of the Muggio Valley and those passing through. In the Osteria, farmers, bricklayers, hikers and seasonal workers who returned from central Switzerland after the Second World War, border guards who lived in the village and soldiers in times of war always enjoyed meeting each other. In the 1960s smugglers who carried their goods in “bricolle” (jute sacks full of cigarettes) to Italy, also took a stop there. Even today the adventures of the “spalloni” (smugglers) are told who tried to escape the border guards in order to bring their “bricolla” to safety. For almost 100 years the MANCIANA was a reference point for the village and the visitors, who once traveled for commercial and now for tourist reasons, between Switzerland and Italy, Como Lake (Italy) and Lugano Lake (Switzerland). Hospitality and tolerance were and will remain a hallmark of the Manciana.

ho portato dei miei clienti a pranzo , e devo dire che sia l'ambiente che il menu hanno soddisfatto a pieno le mie aspettative. caldo e accogliente ma al contempo riservato e elegante un Crotto che merita di essere provato. Piatti tipici rivisitati che e' un piacere provare.. Ci tornero' sicuramente e non sono con i clienti. bravi

Sehr gutes Essen, sehr nette und kompetente Bedienung, gutes Preis- Leistungsverhältnis, tolle Aussicht auf Mendrisio, absolut empfehlenswert!

Questa sera abbiamo deciso di fare una uscita di coppia. Serata tranquilla, cibo ottimo, servizio impeccabile e frizzante. Ambiente accogliente e familiare grazie al proprietario signor Renato Bordogna.

Possibilità di assaggiare ottimi vini a prezzi corretti accompagnati da sfiziosi piatti delicati preparati con prodotti locali in un contesto idilliaco come il Parco della Breggia

È stata una serata tranquilla tra amici, persone arrivate da poco a Mendrisio e che hanno voglia di partecipare alla vita del Magnifico Borgo. Siamo andati quindi alle cantine al Grotto Lanterna. Posto elegante, servizio eccellente e simpatico, cena deliziosa con presentazione dei piatti molto curata. Vini un po’ troppo cari ma scelta vasta e pregiata.

For singles, couples, families or small groups. 2 apartments with private entrance, own bathroom. Like amongst friends.

The Restaurant In Genestrerio, a small village in the hills of the Mendrisiotto, a few kilometres from the Stabio Est motorway exit, is the Le Fontanelle restaurant: a historic restaurant, where Mediterranean cuisine is prepared according to traditional recipes. With its cosy atmosphere, the restaurant comprises a large dining room, a portico terrace and the elegant Ametista dining room. Run by the Bordogna family for over thirty years, Le Fontanelle Restaurant and its team will welcome its guests with cheerfulness and professionalism, to accompany them on an unforgettable journey through taste! Every dish is an adventure Le Fontanelle Restaurant offers tasty Mediterranean cuisine, mainly based on fish, and delicious traditional Ticino dishes. Everything is prepared with high quality raw materials and the best products offered by our region. During the course of the year, the menu is constantly updated to make the most of seasonal ingredients. The master pizza maker is always at work to churn out delicious and crispy pizzas! Special attention is paid to our little guests, with a special menu just for them! Giving a touch of freshness to traditional flavours, enhancing seasonal and local ingredients, exalting the simplicity of each dish, this is our goal. From starters to main courses and desserts, Le Fontanelle Restaurant is committed to offering an unforgettable culinary experience. Dishes are prepared with love and dedication, combining the authentic flavour of tradition with the refinement of the finest ingredients. Homemade pasta, the freshest fish, local cheeses and cold cuts, organic vegetables and extra virgin olive oils are just some of the ingredients used in the preparation of the dishes. The menu offers a wide choice of options, from fish carpaccio to homemade gnocchi, from vegetable lasagna to fish-filled ravioli. The Atmosphere and Ambience Le Fontanelle Restaurant is a place where time seems to stand still. The stone walls, terracotta floors, wooden tables and fireplace create a warm and cosy atmosphere. The furnishing details recall the local tradition, creating a rustic yet elegant atmosphere. The arcaded terrace offers a panoramic view of the hills of the Mendrisiotto and, during the summer, is the ideal place to enjoy a meal outdoors. The elegant Ametista room, with its frescoes and refined furnishings, is the perfect place for special occasions. The Wine List The wine cellar at Le Fontanelle Restaurant boasts a vast selection of Italian and international wines, carefully selected to accompany and enhance the dishes on offer. From the freshness of the whites, to the complexity of the reds, to the effervescence of the sparkling wines, the wine list satisfies the most demanding palates. Service and Hospitality Hospitality is one of the defining qualities of Le Fontanelle Restaurant. Every guest is welcomed with a smile and served with care and attention. The aim is to make every guest feel at home, pampered and appreciated. The Bordogna family and their team are committed to providing a friendly and professional service, attentive to the needs of each guest. Their passion and dedication to catering shines through in every detail, from table service to the presentation of dishes, making every visit to Le Fontanelle Restaurant an unforgettable experience.

Unsere Gruppe vom 100er-Club FC Winterthur wurde in Zandone bestens betreut, informiert und verwöhnt. Beeindruckt waren wir vom Barriquekeller mit dem theatralisch aufgemachten Cheminée mit echtem Feuer, dem informativen Museum, natürlich der modernen Produktion und nicht zuletzt dem sorgfältig betreuten Reifelager für den Aceto balsamico. Die liebevoll gestaltete Degustation bildete den krönenden Abschluss. Beim anschliessenden Diner in der Botega del Vino in Locarno war das Team dort für eine nahtlose Fortsetzung des gelungenen Anlasses besorgt.

sehr gutes Essen wir hatten einen aufgestellten, witzigen Kellner als Bedienung wir können das Restaurant nur empfehlen