She did it! Tina Marcelli achieves the MICHELIN Green Star for the Artifex

Every single member of the team is extremely dedicated and passionate when it comes to their work. And we are therefore all the more excited that the Artifex has already been honoured with numerous awards since its opening in 2019. The year 2024, in particular, was quite special for the Artifex brigade: for one, all of our current awards and rankings were maintained or even improved, such as those from Gault & Millau, Falstaff and Gambero Rosso. On top of this, there is the listing in the MICHELIN Guide “Italy MICHELIN Restaurants” and the acknowledgement of the prestigious MICHELIN Green Star! Launched in 2020, this award distinguishes restaurants that excel in their commitment to sustainable gastronomy, combining culinary delights of the highest level with environmental awareness.

At the Artifex, Tina Marcelli demonstrates which are the key ingredients to create the perfect mix of values. In keeping with nature, it's all about practising sustainability, treasured traditions and a strong community.

Since she was a child, Tina has been familiar with traditional fermentation and preservation techniques which are now being revived as a result of an ever-increasing focus on sustainability. These fascinating processes allow not only new flavours and consistencies to be created, but also to operate on a highly seasonal and micro-seasonal basis. Excess fruit and vegetables are preserved from waste and, by means of fermentation techniques, they are given a second life. Moreover, Tina Marcelli is very committed to sourcing produce locally. It is utilised what local agriculture provides, with an outstanding appreciation and almost humble respect. The environmental impact is being kept as low as possible, nutrients and diversity are being preserved, flavour and well-being are being enhanced.

In short, we prioritise the following aspects in terms of sustainability: a holistic use of food, animal products included; natural preservation methods to prevent food waste; a seasonal selection of ingredients as well as partnerships with local companies and producers so as to promote local economic cycles while minimising long transport routes as much as possible.

Love is the essential ingredient and deeply embedded in the Artifex’ DNA. The heart of every Artifex family member beats for cooking and traditions. Tina was introduced to the secrets of the family recipes by her grandmother and father from an early age. Secrets which she treasures to this day, adding a piece of history and memory to every single dish.

Tina Marcelli always knew very clearly that her team takes centre stage as a community, almost as a family. Cohesion and the striving for common goals is what also characterises the food. A feeling of togetherness and friendliness - which is palpable among the guests at the Artifex.