RAGAZZO STORICO

RAGAZZO STORICO

Candle lit dining scene

Inspired by the theme of fresh beginnings and embracing change, our launch event revolved around Ragazzo Storico
the epitome of what could have been. 

Ragazzo Storico: the one that got away

Whether it's a soulmate, career chance, dream home, fleeting moment, or triumphant goal, it represents our untapped potential.

Mediterranean-inspired menu featuring fresh local ingredients.

We curated a Mediterranean-inspired menu featuring fresh, local ingredients from Northern Italy.

Tomato salad white plate
detail of asparagus broad bean salad

Dishes were designed for sharing, allowing guests to create their own combinations and engage in a personalized dining experience.

Pecorino Pear Ruccola Salad detail

Our Menu

Foccacine, Taralli, Ciappe, Pita + Olive Sfilatini. Herbed Goat Cheese Balls with Olives. Muhammara. Salsa Verde. Crushed Lentils with Tahini + Cumin. Asparagus + Fava Bean Salad. Tomatoes with Sumac Onions + Pine Nuts. Cucumbers with Curried Cashews. Pear and Fennel with Caraway + Pecorino. Potato Slab Pie. Salt-Crusted Sea Bream. Bite-size Meringues. Wine.

Location
Nonominal Studio, Milan

Date
19 April 2023

Sea-bream fish closeup
hands over plate of food candlelit
Hands plating fish candlelit
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Embracing Impermanence: A Celebration

The meal was served on handcrafted slab plates with a black iron oxide glaze, accompanied by hand-dyed, unhemmed silk napkins. These elements contributed to an atmosphere of warmth and authenticity, encouraging guests to be present and engaged.

Table setting with food, olives, glasses, plates
Plated olives on table with amber glass and napkin
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Finding Beauty in Imperfection

In her novel "Chicken with Plums," Marjane Satrapi beautifully captures the idea that true love stories often arise from the depths of our struggles. Sometimes, it's these imperfect life stories that leave a lasting impact. We often overlook these everyday experiences, but they shape us in profound ways. Our hearts have known suffering, and yet we continue to persevere and thrive.

Here's to embracing impermanence, finding joy in the present moment, and trans-forming life's storms into beautiful and extra-ordinary moments. Let's continue to play our best, no matter the odds.

Once more, and then again.
And again.

candlelit table with plates and food

The amount of happiness that you have depends on the amount of freedom you have in your heart.

Thich Nhat Hanh

Menu

We drew inspiration from the delightful flavours of Ottolenghi, as well as the warm and cozy atmosphere of those memorable, lingering rendezvous that stretch long into the night.

Props

All large candles by HAY. Oli amber glasses, and small candles by Ferm Living. Ovale Silverware for Alessi, and Élémentaire chairs for HAY by Bouroullec. All textiles by Fabric House.

Photographer

Stefania Zanetti

Playlist

We've put together a special playlist just for the event on Spotify. Feel free to check it out by clicking here!

Guests

Thank you to Yana Buriachenko, Lysandre Follet, Tina Hellberg, Ayesha Khan, Lotto Studio, Dan Semo, and Stefania Zanetti for all the support and encouragement of this experiment.

A Special Thanks

To our gracious and generous host Andrea Locatelli and the entire Nonominal Studio team.

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