L'Ottava Nota

L'Ottava Nota is situated in Palermo's historic Kalsa district, where Sicilian heritage fuses with Spanish culinary influences. Under the direction of Chef Vladimiro Farina, the restaurant crafts a menu that explores the balance between memory and creativity through seasonal ingredients. The cuisine highlights contrasts in texture and aroma, blending Mediterranean flavors with personal interpretations that express both technique and instinct. The dining space combines contemporary design with natural materials and soft lighting, creating an elegant ambiance suited for intimate dinners and special events. Refined colors and carefully curated details enhance the understated yet sophisticated atmosphere. The menu features creative Sicilian and Mediterranean dishes that evolve seasonally, including specialties like Calamacco with fava bean puree and fried baby squid, ceviche of marinated seafood accented with coriander and chili, and gnocchi filled with veal cheek ragout served with fennel cream. Other highlights include Ombrina alla Wellington with mushrooms and lardo di Colonnata and Tournedos alle Nocciole featuring hazelnut cream. Dessert offerings include a Limoncino composed of white chocolate, lemon cream, and basil. Tasting menus such as the Sette Note present a harmonious journey through land and sea.