Can you eat the fish in Lake Como?

Our beautiful lake offers an enormous variety of fish such as shad ? the famous missultin, shad salted and then dried in the sun; delicious perch, whose fillet is served on risotto; lavaret, an icon of the lake, much appreciated for its delicate meat that is also suitable for preserving; and other like eel, chub and ...



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As much of Lake Como's culture and activities are focused on the water, so is the cuisine. Fish is a staple of the area with the most popular fish considered to be lavarello, but other often consumed fish include shad, perch, pike fillets, maltagliati, tench, and eel.

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As much of Lake Como's culture and activities are focused on the water, so is the cuisine. Fish is a staple of the area with the most popular fish considered to be lavarello, but other often consumed fish include shad, perch, pike fillets, maltagliati, tench, and eel.

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It does not have to be expensive, but can be if you want it to be expensive. Typically I pay abot €11 for lunch in a bar and about €15 for dinner in a trattoria for dinner in the evening (both including wine). Restaurants will be more expensive.

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The area around Lake Como has a rich historical heritage. It was a popular retreat for Roman aristocrats and later served as a place of inspiration for writers, poets, and philosophers. The region's history and culture have left their mark on the architecture, art, and traditions of the area.

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The Gatto Nero restaurant is a popular destination for visiting celebrities, including George Clooney and other well-known Hollywood stars, Italian and international politicians, world-famous sportsmen and women, in addition to a large, local clientele.

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