Belmond Hotel Cipriani, a hallmark of international hospitality, commences the 2014 season with the opening of new restaurant, Oro. The project was design by the renowned interior designer Adam. D. Tihany, whose talent led to the creation of some of the most famous restaurants in the world, including Thomas Keller’s Per Sé, Heston Blumenthal’s Dinner, Le Cirque 2000 and Sirio for the Maccioni family, as well as Daniel Boulud’s flagship in New York City.

At the helm of the kitchen, Michelin-starred Executive Chef Davide Bisetto has been called upon to reinterpret the gastronomic tradition of the historic Venetian hotel with his culinary creativity. Oro’s modern design wedded to Venice’s time-honoured tradition and opulence is reflected in Biestto’s cuisine, which skilfully plays on the finest Italian ingredients.

The name Oro, meaning gold in Italian, is fitting because of the intricate details that went into all elements of the 40-seat restaurant – from the rich Seguso chandeliers, to the fine Rubelli fabics on the chairs, the emerald green sculptures by Luciano Vistosi and the blown glass candelabras by Venini. The main dining room of Oro Restaurant sits under a domed gold leafed ceiling embellished with a stunning handmade Murano glass chandelier.

Before entering the restaurant, guests pass through a sophisticated Italian Enoteca, La Via Della Sete, boasting a wine collection of over a thousand selected labels. The focal point of the room consists of a large bar counter decorated with intricate mosaics and a glass enclosed wine cellar.

Additional elements of Oro include bronze sculptures by French artist Paulin Paris and a painting by contemporary Latin American artist Julio Larraz. Wrought iron custom chairs and stone top tables with striped umbrellas furnish the terrace of Oro, positioned directly on the Rio San Giorgio, the perfect spot for business lunches and alfresco dinners.

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