Passion for authentic cuisine and attention to detail.
Discover Ristorante & Pizzeria Acquerello in Landquart, a jewel of Italian cuisine where every dish is a tasteful journey to authentic traditions. Enjoy our Italian classics prepared with passion, savour our friendly atmosphere and let our authentic Italian flavours transport you straight to Italy.
For Artan and his team, food is flavor, vision, and the rediscovery of traditions. Every dish is a journey through hidden emotions and cherished memories.
Flavors are enhanced through refined techniques and meticulous attention to aesthetic presentation.
Each creation becomes a perfect frame, highlighting the beauty of dining together—whether in front of a fragrant pizza or a succulent dish with harmonious and balanced flavors.
Their approach is not a destination but a starting point. That is why their passion keeps growing, always seeking new tastes and sensations.
The beating heart of our pizzeria is our authentic wood-fired oven, built according to Neapolitan traditions. With a high temperature exceeding 400°C (752°F), it allows the pizza to cook in under 90 seconds, achieving the perfect balance between a tall, soft crust and a thin, crispy center.
Wood-fired baking gives our pizzas that distinctive smoky aroma, impossible to replicate with modern ovens. We use only carefully selected woods that do not alter the flavor of the ingredients but instead enhance their qualities.
Our dough, slowly leavened for at least 24 hours, becomes incredibly digestible and develops complex aromas, making our pizza an unforgettable culinary experience.
Veal – Switzerland
Game – Switzerland/AT/SVK
Lamb – Switzerland/Australia
Mistkratzerli – Switzerland
Pork – Switzerland
Beef – Switzerland/Uruguay
Fresh chicken breast – Switzerland
Trout fillet – Switzerland/Italy
Chef
Artan is an experienced and passionate chef, recognised for his ability to think outside the box when creating innovative menus. A connoisseur of culinary trends, he knows how to combine flavours for tasty dishes and enticing menus. He effectively manages the kitchen and staff, ensuring an organised and safe environment, with a focus on customer needs and product quality.
Chef
Sotir Semini is a talented young chef with high-level international experience. Raised in Sanremo and passionate about cooking from a young age, he has worked in Three Michelin-starred restaurants such as Waterside Inn in Bray and Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester in London.
In 2022, he won the Gosset Matchmakers competition, thanks to his skill in pairing refined flavors with exceptional champagne. He is now working on his own project: a family bistro in Bad Ragaz, Switzerland, where he aims to highlight local products and create unique gastronomic experiences.
At Ristorante & Pizzeria Acquerello, we firmly believe that the quality of food starts at the source. That’s why we work closely with local producers and directly import from Italy only those ingredients essential to ensuring the authenticity of our dishes.
Sustainability and regionality guide our cuisine and daily purchasing decisions. We use exclusively Swiss eggs and carefully select our meat and fish, prioritizing local products whenever possible.
We take particular pride in catering to specific dietary needs. As members of the Swiss Celiac Association, we offer gluten-free options when possible, and our menu always includes vegetarian, vegan, and lactose-free choices.
Our commitment to quality extends to the wines that accompany our dishes, featuring a carefully curated cellar with prestigious Italian and Swiss labels.
