One of the most iconic dishes dating from the Renaissance when pumpkins were first introduced via Central America, Tortelli Di Zucca has many variations in the Lombardy region from the north of Italy. Here we have a version in the style of the city of Mantova – silken folds of pasta enrobing a creamy stuffing of pumpkin, parma reggiano, nutmeg, and mostarda di frutta, a candied fruit-based preserve in mustard syrup . It's at once sweet, cheesy and not a little pungent, with a sense of exoticism and an exquisite balance of flavours and aromas that are a festival for the senses.

Taste: 4/5