Da Caino, two Michelin stars
Valeria Piccini is one of the most acclaimed “Shefs” in Italy, celebrated for a cuisine that unites Tuscan tradition and contemporary vision.
For over three decades she has led Da Caino, the starred restaurant in Montemerano, which has held two Michelin stars for 27 consecutive years.
Valeria Piccini grew professionally by immersing herself in the recipes handed down by her mother-in-law Angela, developing her own unique style, able to reinterpret the culinary traditions of the area with elegance and creativity.
“A dish must first of all be very beautiful, because the first impact is visual, and it is essential that it be good and recognisable in taste. When you eat it, it must be satisfying and stimulating, it must open up and enter the customer’s mind, but above all it must have everything needed to make it unforgettable.”
Her culinary philosophy is based on the use of quality local ingredients and the search for authentic flavours, always with particular attention to sustainability and innovation.
As well as being one of the few recognised women chefs in international haute cuisine, Valeria Piccini is an example of female leadership in Italian gastronomy.
Her work has been celebrated both in Italy and abroad, where she has taken part in high-profile events, bringing the flavours of Tuscany to a global stage.
