Radici Terra e Gusto

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Table Grounded in Tradition

Radici Terra e Gusto sits on Via A. Costa in Padova, a city whose markets and culinary heritage run deep. The name says it plainly — radici means roots — and that commitment to land and flavour is the thread running through everything the restaurant does. Gambero Rosso awarded it 2 Forks, a recognition that reflects consistent quality and a kitchen that takes its craft seriously.

Cooking and Learning Under One Roof

What sets Radici apart in Padova's dining scene is its connection to hangar78, a food and pastry innovation lab that operates alongside the restaurant. Hangar78 describes itself as a reference point for anyone pursuing excellence in food and pastry, bringing together leading chefs and international pastry specialists for both professional and amateur courses — held in state-of-the-art classrooms as well as online. That culture of rigorous learning and technique inevitably shapes what reaches the table at Radici.

Where Expertise Meets the Plate

The dual identity — restaurant and culinary school — means the kitchen operates with a level of precision and curiosity that goes beyond routine service. Whether it is a course on modern tarts or a professional masterclass, the same standards of ingredient quality and technical discipline inform the daily menu. For diners, this translates into food that feels considered and purposeful rather than formulaic.

Radici Terra e Gusto is a place where Padova's agricultural richness and a genuine passion for craft converge — recognised by Gambero Rosso and worth seeking out.