La Brinca

La Brinca is a family-owned trattoria situated in a 19th-century farmhouse in Ne, Italy. The venue’s name reflects the rugged terrain of its Liguria di Levante surroundings. Since 1987, the Circella family has preserved local culinary heritage through dishes rooted in traditional Ligurian peasant cooking and seasonal regional products. The restaurant specializes in hand-made pasta crafted with local antique flours and revives recipes passed down from the family’s ancestors, such as Prebugiun di Ne, Panella, Panissa, and Baciocca. The rustic setting features exposed wooden beams and stone walls accented by black-and-white photographs of traditional olive oil mills. Large windows offer mountain views during daylight hours, enhancing the intimate atmosphere. Roberto Circella leads the kitchen, focusing on slow-cooked meats like veal with juniper berries, pork with bay leaves and chestnuts, and lamb shoulder for Easter, all paired with ingredients sourced from nearby valleys. La Brinca holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand distinction and is recognized for its extensive wine selection of over 2,000 labels, emphasizing Ligurian varieties. Sommelier Matteo Circella, awarded Italy’s best sommelier in 2021, curates the list. The restaurant combines wood-fired and modern cooking techniques to convey Liguria’s culinary culture with genuine hospitality.