Piero Rossi

When Maurizio Gucci, grandson of the famed couturier, purchased the luxury yacht Creole in 1983, it had already gone through a turbulent history, which is why the  tag of 'unlucky' had been pegged to it over the years. Some people attributed Gucci's violent death, a few years later, as being a result of the misfortune associated with the yacht. For Piero Rossi, who worked there as his chef in 1988, the connection, however, proved to be slightly more fortunate, and now twenty years later, his restaurant located in the Port of Alcudia has become renowned for its delicious Italian food in Mallorca.

Elegantly furnished in warm tones, the cosiness of the atmosphere is evident with the dark wood furniture, while the white tablecloths edged with blue are nice Mediterranean touches. Pictures of the Creole are displayed prominently on the walls and customers can sit back and relax in the friendly and convivial ambience over authentic pizzas and pastas. The terrace with its verdant ring of trees is a popular spot for al fresco dining and you can see many patrons enjoying their food, breathing in the tangy ocean air.

Expect to find starters such as vitello tonato, thin slices of chilled veal, smothered with tuna sauce, or the provolone rebozado, a soft heart of cheese with blueberry jam. For mains, the pastas, such as the ravioli with spinach and cheese in a smooth asparagus sauce, are a good choice and meat lovers will find a good selection of carpaccios there. The beef filet with green pepper sauce and tenderloin with blue cheese are other excellent dishes that showcase the chef's expertise in satisfying carnivores especially.

Pizzas from the wood fired oven lend an authentic touch that no pizzeria chain that operates on mass production principles can ever match. A separate gluten free menu promises well prepared delights for those with dietary restrictions, while child friendly portions for the little ones makes this a complete family restaurant.

The dark and white chocolate mousse tart is decadent, and aims to banish all calorie counters with its alternating soft, sweet and bitter tastes, while the buttery and flaky short crust pastry base forms the perfect foil.

The ingredients for a good restaurant are all there; good location, lovely terrace garden, excellent food and a down to earth and friendly atmosphere, fortunately Piero Rossi weaves all these elements together beautifully.