Why Ronaldo, Haaland, Schumacher swear by Ristorante Montana

Once frequented by Formula 1 legends like Michael Schumacher, restaurant draws a diverse array of stars including Penelope Cruz

Web Desk

February 16, 2024

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo visited while playing for Juventus. He ate dumplings, pasta and tiramisu.—Daily Mail

Amidst the tranquillity of Ristorante Montana, located near Ferrari's home in Maranello, Rossella Giannini, hailed as the world's best pasta maker, continues to weave her culinary magic, Daily Mail reported.

The restaurant, once frequented by Formula 1 legends like Michael Schumacher, now draws a diverse array of stars, including footballers like Cristiano Ronaldo and Erling Haaland, and Hollywood figures like Penelope Cruz.

The footballing world, intimately connected through relationships like that of Mino Raiola's father and Maurizio, recommends Ristorante Montana as a hidden gem.

Rossella has also been visited by Hollywood royalty including Penelope Cruz (second left) and Michael Mann (right).—Instagram@ristorantemontana

Haaland himself praised it as 'the best pasta I've ever eaten.' Even the famously health-conscious Cristiano Ronaldo couldn't resist the hearty offerings during a visit with former Juventus president Andre Agnelli.

However, it's the connection with Formula 1 that adds a special touch. From Schumacher's endearing messages to the regular visits of current Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, the restaurant has become a home for the racing elite. Rossella's reminiscence of Schumacher, referring to him as her 'Italian mama,' echoes the deep connections forged.

Her restaurant has proven a hit with superstar names including Erling Haaland. He described Rossellas pasta as the best Ive ever eaten when he visited her eatery in Maranello.—Instagram@RistoranteMontana — Her restaurant has proven a hit with superstar names including Erling Haaland. He described Rossella's pasta as 'the best I've ever eaten' when he visited her eatery in Maranello.—Instagram@RistoranteMontana

As anticipation builds for Lewis Hamilton's potential visit after signing with Ferrari, Rossella remains excited to offer her famous tagliatelle. The restaurant, with its warm ambience, holds a unique charm, described by Rossella herself as feeling like home.

Ristorante Montana stands as a culinary haven, where the legacy of legends and the allure of star power converge over plates of exquisite pasta.