Di Vini e Cucina di Giuseppe Santoro, Rosières

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Di Vini e Cucina di Giuseppe Santoro

Chef Giuseppe Santoro serves sincere Italian cooking in a warm Rosières villa. Thirteen Gault&Millau points recognize his precise approach to simple dishes and expert wine pairings.

The story

Di Vini e Cucina di Giuseppe Santoro in Rosières | Terroir Italian Cooking

The kitchen philosophy

Di Vini e Cucina di Giuseppe Santoro sits in Rosières, offering terroir Italian cuisine built on sincerity. Chef Giuseppe Santoro treats preparation as a matter of precision rather than complexity. He believes life is too short for mediocre meals, so the menu favors straightforward techniques executed with exactness. This commitment to honest flavors earned the kitchen thirteen points from Gault&Millau for 2026.

The dining space

Guests enter a warmly lit villa positioned just above the town center. Discrete elegance defines the interior layout, where natural materials meet carefully curated decor. Colorful canvases by Marie Ciuro hang along the walls, adding visual rhythm without overwhelming the space. The owner intended the room to feel intimate, prioritizing shared happiness over formal dining rituals.

The wine program

Santoro trained as a sommelier before stepping behind the stove, which shapes how he constructs the beverage list. A dedicated glass wine cellar sits prominently in the room, allowing visitors to browse selections while waiting. His oenological background ensures every bottle complements the Italian cooking on offer. Diners frequently use the collection to explore lesser-known vineyards alongside familiar favorites.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
Gault&Millau
13
13

Ambience

A glimpse inside

Details

At a glance

Gault&Millau 2026 — 13

History

On the record

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Established

Location

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Rue de Genval 26, 1301 Wavre (Bierges), BE
Rosières, Belgium
+32 2 503 66 94
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