From Nonna's Kitchen to Zürich
It all began in a small village in Emilia-Romagna, Italy, in the kitchen of Nonna Rosa. Her home was always filled with the warm aroma of fresh pasta drying on wooden racks and ragù simmering slowly on the stove. Neighbors would gather, children would linger, and every meal was a celebration. She taught her children that food is love made visible — and that a well-set table can heal anything.
Her son, Marco Benedetti, grew up with flour on his hands and a passion in his heart. He trained in Bologna's finest kitchens, learning the discipline of classical Italian cooking while carrying his mother's recipes and time-honored techniques in his back pocket. In 2008, Marco brought those traditions across the Alps to Zürich, opening Osteria Nove on Langstrasse — a small corner of Italy in the heart of Switzerland.
Today, the restaurant is a true family affair. Marco's daughter Sofia runs the front of house with the same warmth and grace that once filled Nonna Rosa's dining room, while Marco commands the kitchen with unwavering dedication. Every dish that leaves the pass tells the story of three generations — of hands that kneaded, hearts that cared, and a family that believed the best things in life are shared around a table.
