Chef Massimo Bottura and his wife Lara Gilmore know how to blend real estate and taste, given the imminent opening of their restaurant. It’s called Torno Subito and will be located on the rooftop of Julia & Henry’s in Miami. The opening is scheduled for 2024. We are still awaiting the completion of construction at the historic building located at 200 E. Flagler St. This establishment will add vibrant colors and classic Italian cuisine to the renowned Julia & Henry’s, a gourmet food hall and seven-story entertainment complex. In a recent interview with New Times, the couple, known for their acclaimed three-Michelin-star restaurant, Osteria Francescana in Modena, Italy, shared details about their culinary journey.

They were in Miami to promote their third collaborative book, “Slow Food, Fast Cars: Casa Maria Luigia – Stories and Recipes,” published by Phaidon. Osteria Francescana has been ranked first on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list twice and is currently part of the Best of the Best list. The couple has also made a mark through collaborations with prestigious brands such as Gucci and Ferrari. In 2019, they opened Casa Maria Luigia, a hotel villa near Modena, and their latest book narrates its stories, provides regional recipes, and explores the inspirations behind their creative projects.

Torno Subito originated in Dubai in 2018, filling a void in the city’s culinary scene. The concept bridges the gap between contemporary fine-dining Italian restaurants and rustic pizzerias, infusing the atmosphere with the vibrant and colorful elements of 1960s Dolce Vita and Italian design. Miami became the chosen location for Torno Subito as investors, captivated by the Dubai restaurant, believed it was an ideal fit for South Florida. Lara Gilmore emphasizes the readiness of the space, filled with color and life, as the original chef from Dubai, Bernardo Paladino, works on refining the recipe concept in Miami. Massimo Bottura’s inspiration for Torno Subito draws from his childhood spent in Rimini, the hometown of acclaimed Italian director Federico Fellini.

Fond memories of summer by the seaside with family serve as the foundation for creating joyful experiences through the restaurant. Torno Subito in Miami will stand out with its focus on authentic Italian dishes prepared in a wood-burning oven, echoing the culinary style of their Italian guesthouse, Casa Maria Luigia.

The menu, featured in “Slow Food, Fast Cars,” showcases specialties unique to the Emilia-Romagna region, ranging from roasted vegetables to baked ricotta and warm focaccia. The book also captures the essence of Casa Maria Luigia, a 12-room villa, highlighting its distinctive features such as cuisine, contemporary art, interior design, music, and the presence of cars and motorcycles. The villa is available for rent as a whole or as individual rooms, offering guests a glimpse into the charm and allure of this idyllic retreat.

Source: New Times