In the Muggio Valley, ossobuco with polenta is more than a dish – it’s a symbol of tradition. Once lovingly prepared by cook Piera, today it still delights guests at Osteria Manciana, where Ticino’s heritage cuisine is served with heart and authenticity. Tasting it in the tiny village of Scudellate is like stepping back in time, where local hospitality is the main ingredient.
After exiting the motorway in Chiasso and passing the first shopping centre in Ticino, you reach Scudellate – a hidden gem with just 20 residents. Here, the scent of slow-cooked food and the sounds of unspoilt nature welcome you into a timeless world. Lace up your hiking boots and explore the trails of the Muggio Valley, all the way to the bridge leading to Erbonne, once used by smugglers. Nestled at the foot of Monte Generoso, Scudellate is like a living postcard – peaceful and full of stories.
