Discover Principe Cerami, our Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant in Taormina, where Executive Chef Massimo Mantarro reinterprets Sicilian cuisine through refined techniques, surprising textures and the finest seasonal ingredients – each dish offering a contemporary expression of Sicily’s culinary heritage. A wine cellar of over 1,000 labels, carefully curated and paired by Head Sommelier Alessandro Malfitana, completes the experience.
HOURS
- Dinner
- 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Menus
Signature Dishes
Bronte – TokioPistachio, Lemon, Coffee
Monte EtnaArtisanal Spaghetti Piazza “Mount Etna,” Tomato, Salty Ricotta Cheese, Black Breadcrumbs
PlinSausage, Red Prawns, Swiss Chard
ScampoLangoustine, Green Apple, White Celery, Spices, Coffee
Maialino NeroPiglet, Turnip Tops, Seasonal Stone Fruit
È UNA BUFALA?Buffalo Ricotta Cheese, Black Olives, Bitter Almond
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Meet the team
Massimo Mantarro
Executive ChefBorn at the foot of Mount Etna, Executive Chef Massimo Mantarro discovered his cooking passion in his family’s garden and through his mother’s traditional Sicilian recipes. His culinary journey began in Torino’s fine dining restaurants and continued through some of southern Italy’s most prestigious gastronomic kitchens. He then returned to his homeland to work at Principe Cerami, expressing his personal vision of Sicilian haute cuisine. As Executive Chef, he reinvents traditional Sicilian recipes with modern creativity. Each dish is thoughtfully composed with surprising textures, seasonal elements and reimagined Mediterranean flavours that awaken the senses.
Vincenzo Abagnale
Pastry ChefBorn in Naples, Pastry Chef Vincenzo Abagnale discovered his passion for pastry at a young age. Over the years, he honed his technical skills in one of Switzerland’s most prestigious Michelin-starred restaurants, then spent four years in France as part of a three Michelin star brigade. Upon arriving in Sicily in 2021, Chef Abagnale felt an immediate connection to the island’s land, traditions and people—values deeply rooted in the heritage of southern Italy. In his kitchen, he nurtures growth and innovation within the brigade, bringing the same passion he pours into his desserts. Each creation captures the Sicilian essence in unexpected and modern ways, surprising the palate through refined technique, balanced textures and layered flavours.
More Dining Options
DetailsBreakfast
Start the day with a selection of Sicilian specialties and reinterpreted international classics. Enjoy breakfast in our light-filled restaurant or on our terrace, where 360-degree views of Mount Etna, Taormina Bay and the Ancient Theatre inspire a relaxed morning.
DetailsIn-Room Dining
Dine in the comfort and privacy of your guest room or suite with our 24-hour In-Room Dining service. From breakfast in bed to a casual meal on your terrace or a late-night selection, our menu is available around the clock, delivering the attentive service and quality for which Four Seasons is known.
DetailsRosso
At Rosso, overlooking Mount Etna and the Bay of Taormina, culinary traditions from northern to southern Italy meet contemporary elegance. Rooted in authenticity and guided by seasonality, the menu highlights Italian cuisine crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Rosso offers refined yet relaxed dining in an atmosphere of conviviality and memorable moments.
DetailsAnciovi Seafood Restaurant
More than a seafood restaurant, Anciovi is a vibrant destination set against iconic views of Taormina. Its poolside setting invites you to unwind and savour the freshest Mediterranean seafood and authentic Sicilian flavours, while handcrafted cocktails inspired by Sicily’s heritage create an atmosphere that flows effortlessly from sunlit afternoons into elegant seaside nights.
DetailsBar & Chiostro
Bar & Chiostro is an elegant meeting place where the Mediterranean spirit comes alive and handcrafted cocktails and fine Sicilian wines are served alongside gourmet small plates inspired by local flavours and seasonal ingredients. The relaxed open-air atmosphere is perfect for an aperitivo, a conversation and unhurried evenings.