Marcello, named after the leading actor Marcello Mastroianni of Federico Fellini's cult film La Dolce Vita, offers its guests authentic Italian recipes with specially produced with cheeses under the leadership of Neapolitan Executive Chef Luigi Mariconda and Genoese Focaccia Chef Massimiliano Nardo.
Italy's demographic structure differs from north to south in many aspects such as cuisine, lifestyle, and even clothing. Marcello is not a specific regional restaurant, but rather brings together the best flavors from all of Italy. The open kitchen creates an intimate atmosphere where you can watch all the stages of pizza preparation to their placement in the oven. On the other hand, the homemade Limoncello based on an old family recipe, is a pleasant digestive after the meal.
However, the standout dish on the menu that remains faithful to the original is Focaccia tipo Recco. Focaccia tipo Recco is admittedly not like the pillowy bread you associate with the name “focaccia”. This flavor is completely different in the traditional sense of the word, unleavened, and is not that close to focaccia. Focaccia tipo Recco, is two thin layers of dough encasing a specially produced melted cheese filling that inevitably drips down the chin. In 1997, food writer Fred Plotkin called it “the most addictive food on the planet.” Marcello, located on the top floor of The Stay Boulevard Nisantasi, invites you to experience Italian chefs' special recipes while enjoying breathtaking views of Istanbul.
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