RESTAURANT

A restaurant is undoubtedly the reflection of its chef. But in the case of Piazza Duomo, it is impossible to ignore the centuries-old charm of the venue, which is as exceptional as the menus themselves.

For anyone seated in the pink room, bathed in the natural light reflecting off Francesco Clemente’s frescoed walls, gazing out the window feels like stepping into a film set. The Louise Nevelson room, in contrast, offers a more intimate and cosy atmosphere, with walls adorned by tapestries that complement each culinary creation while alluding to the city’s central square and its historic cathedral.

ENRICO CRIPPA

FROM BRIANZA TO ALBA

Enrico Crippa was born in Carate Brianza in 1971 and grew up in Viganò Brianza. He inherited his love of bicycles from his father and his passion for markets and good food from his grandfather. After completing his hospitality studies, he trained with Gualtiero Marchesi in Milan and worked with top European chefs. In 1996, Marchesi opened his restaurant in Kobe, and Enrico Crippa spent three years in Japan – an essential experience for his growth.

In 2005, he opened Piazza Duomo in Alba, in collaboration with the Ceretto family. He earned three Michelin stars: the first in 2006, the second in 2009, and the third in 2012. He was later awarded the green star in 2022. President of the jury for the Bocuse d'Or since 2012, he has had Piazza Duomo listed among the 50 Best Restaurants in the World since 2013.

Find out more about Enrico Crippa

RESTAURANT
DIRECTOR

DAVIDE
FRANCO

Born in Puglia in 1986, he is the Restaurant Director of Piazza Duomo with Enrico Crippa. He began his career in Trani before going on to work in several Michelin-starred restaurants in Italy and Europe, including Villa Feltrinelli, Trussardi alla Scala, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, Helene Darroze at The Connaught Hotel, and Core by Clare Smyth. He returned to Italy in 2020, collaborating with the Enrico Bartolini group before relocating to Alba in January 2022.

WINE
DIRECTOR

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Born in Asti in 1995, he studied at the Barolo Hospitality Academy where he developed his love of wine.
He earned his sommelier diploma at the tender age of nineteen and went on to refine his skills at some of the world’s finest establishments, including the Waterside Inn in Bray, Marc Veyrat in the Haute-Savoie region, Villa Crespi on Lake Orta, and Vue du Monde in Melbourne.
Since 2022, he has managed the wine programme for the Ceretto Hospitality Group, overseeing purchasing, curating the wine list, and training staff.

THE STAFF

At the heart of the restaurant is a close-knit team, united by a relentless pursuit of perfection. They transform each ingredient into a unique sensory experience, extending a warm welcome to every guest to make them feel at home. Technique, passion, and teamwork come together to define an extraordinary dining experience.