Arriving in Yvoir is already like stepping into a story, and Mona Lisa is here to write a new and beautiful chapter. Once inside, the setting perfectly reflects the soul of the village: clean and bright, like a stunning large-format photograph. It is always reassuring to find oneself in a haven of good taste, in whatever form it may take. At Mona Lisa, there is first the presence of delicate contemporary furniture, the warmth of wooden-clad walls, and soft lighting cascading down—almost as if highlighting the guest or inspiring them with good ideas. The whole atmosphere sets the scene for an intimate and soothing experience. Yet, there is one true reason to step into Mona Lisa: to indulge in exceptional cuisine. Signed by a young chef, the dishes are both generous and refined, meticulous and rich. Faithful to his Italian spirit, the menu embraces both homely comfort and sophisticated finesse, making quality and flavour its ultimate priorities.

Emanuele Indorato, a native of Adrano, a town in the heart of Sicily, is the creative force behind these beautifully crafted dishes, where the finest ingredients take centre stage. His expertise and passion shine through in exquisite creations such as the current menu: royal langoustine with fregola Sarda, seasonal vegetables and nduja from Calabria; sottobosco with beef cheek, melanosporum truffle and smoked potatoes; girasoli all’acqua pazza with fish soup, red gurnard and wild fennel; tubettoni with cime di rapa, Italian sausage and bread foam; Basque chicken with friarielli, cauliflower and poultry jus; catch of the day with erbetta paparina, white radish and finger lime; hibiscus with hibiscus cream, ruby chocolate and yuzu.

Dining at Mona Lisa feels like being taken hostage for a culinary journey through Italy, carried away by bold flavours, finesse, indulgence and elegance. In the dining room, Rosa, with her quiet grace, enhances the experience, complementing her chef’s gourmet eloquence with her soft-spoken passion for Italian food and wine. If Italy is a land of magnificent contrasts, then Mona Lisa is one of its most faithful and stunning ambassadors.

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