Edinburgh's Locanda de Gusti Named World's Top Hidden Italian Gem

Locanda de Gusti in Edinburgh has been recognized as the UK's top 'Hidden Gem' restaurant and 20th worldwide by the 2025 TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards, celebrated for its authentic Neapolitan dining experience using largely Scottish ingredients. Chef Rosario Sartore, honored with Italy's Order of Merit for Labour, emphasizes family-style dining inspired by his upbringing in Naples. In Italy, Ravenna offers a quieter alternative to crowded tourist hotspots like Venice and Rome, featuring eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a rich culinary tradition within the Emilia-Romagna region. The city's less expensive, authentic food and wine experiences attract travelers seeking an intimate cultural visit. Similarly, hidden dining gems abound worldwide, such as Patio Ciento20 in Mexico City's Xochimilco, a restaurant concealed behind a butcher shop offering exceptional Mexican dishes by chef Carlos Alonso, and Manari in Athens, a new popular meat-focused taverna that combines rustic ambiance with unique menu items crafted by chef Aris Vezene. These destinations highlight the appeal of discovering authentic, high-quality culinary experiences off the beaten path or behind unassuming facades.