Locanda Miranda

The Cinque Terre coastline is quite popular. Its five quaint stone villages hugging the hillside as it sweeps down to the sea were, until recently, accessible only by boat or by foot. Just 40 minutes south of the area right on the Poets Gulf is the adorable seaside town of Tellaro hugging the rock over the sea, where visitors make a point of stopping to dine at the Miranda restaurant. Husband-and-wife team Giovanna and Angelo have their own inimitable and ever-varying style of cooking based exclusively on fresh seafood (no meat), which is present in the inexhaustible series of antipasti and pasta plates. Angelo has received plenty of press and praise for these extraordinary dishes. Meals are served in one of the newly renovated dining rooms, pleasantly appointed with scattered antiques. In the same vein are the bedrooms, most with gulf views. Aunt Miranda used to rent them out in the Sixties, and they are now in the capable hands of son, Alessandro. Guests have a cozy living room with fireplace for relaxing. This is an exclusive “residents only” area. If questioned by the local police, declare that you are guest of the Locanda Miranda. For stays of a month or more, and for a feeling of your own private home, inquire about their homes in the village. One is a 3-story house with a bedroom occupying each floor in Tellaro. The house enjoys the benefit of a full kitchen with dishwasher; washing machine; dining room and living room. It is available for weekly, monthly and longer periods. Prices upon length of the stay.