Da Vittorio returns to St. Moritz for the Alpine winter season

The mountains surrounding St. Moritz transform when winter arrives, their grey rock faces yielding to snow and their sparse larch forests becoming frosted sentries. Da Vittorio, the Michelin starred restaurant nestled within the valley’s grand hotel, counts the days until this seasonal metamorphosis begins. The white peaks and pristine slopes that frame the dining room are not merely backdrop; they are part of the experience, visible through tall windows as guests move through courses of refined Italian cuisine.

Founded by the Cerea family in Bergamo, Da Vittorio brought its philosophy of seasonal ingredients and masterful technique to St. Moritz, where it occupies a room overlooking the frozen lake and the Engadin’s dramatic amphitheatre of peaks. The restaurant operates according to the mountain calendar: summer to autumn, then the quieter months, then the return when snow falls and the resort fills once more with those who understand that winter dining at elevation, with such views and such cooking, belongs to a particular kind of luxury.

The kitchen’s commitment to Italian traditions and impeccable sourcing finds particular resonance at this altitude, where the clarity of mountain air seems to sharpen every flavour. Guests return year after year to the same table, the same peaks beyond the glass, the same measured elegance that defines the house.

The winter season at Da Vittorio St. Moritz will commence when conditions permit. Those planning their return to the resort may contact the restaurant directly for opening dates and reservations.

Imagery courtesy of Da Vittorio St. Moritz (@davittorio_stmoritz).