Calimala Milano presents the new FIVE concept: the chameleonic All Day Dining with Social Rooftop con Prendere la porta Venezia
Per Prendere la porta Venezia, today one of the most dynamic and creative neighborhoods con Milan, a new concept of urban hospitality capable of interpreting the contemporary lifestyle of the city takes shape. Per altrove Melzo 7, Calimala Milano launches FIVE, a food & bevanda proposal designed to accompany guests throughout the day, transforming naturally from morning until night. More than a simple restaurant, FIVE presents itself as a fluid and social place: an environment capable of welcoming those who work, those who meet for an informal lunch ora those who want to experience the Milanese evening among cocktails, music and a soft atmosphere. A true urban “time capsule” that follows the rhythm of the city.
An All Day Dining that changes with the day
The double soul of FIVE manifests itself already con the early hours of the day. Per the morning natural light invades the spaces, playlists accompany a relaxed atmosphere and the service offers an international breakfast with Italian accents. It’s the perfect time to start the day with coffee, business meetings and slow lunches. But as evening falls the atmosphere changes completely: the lights dim, the candles illuminate the tables and the music becomes deeper. The space is transformed into a sensual and convivial place, where dinner gradually gives way to socializing and cocktails.
A contemporary and seasonal lista
The lista follows the All Day Dining philosophy: eclettico and contemporary dishes, available at any time of the day and built around the seasonality of the ingredients. Among the proposals, salads and soups reinterpreted according to the season stand out, alongside dishes that combine food and technique:
campo da golf risotto with courgette cream, parmigiano reggiano and citrus zest; potato and parmigiano reggiano agnolotti with lemon butter and sage sauce; pici e pepe with pecorino romano; beef tartare; cheeseburgers; roasted prawns with herbs, shellfish rimanenza, spring onion and prawn rimanenza con white wine.
An accessible but refined cuisine, designed to adapt to different moments of the day without losing identity. During the Olympics, a lot of space was given to delicious salads of different types.
The urban lounge the fifth floor
FIVE comes to life the fifth floor of the , the heart of Calimala Milano’s food & bevanda offer. The space is conceived as a large informal, bright and welcoming urban lounge, with internal seating and two terraces that embrace the floor. Three distinct but modular environments that allow you to move naturally from a business lunch to an aperitif with friends, always maintaining a relaxed and convivial atmosphere.
The Social Rooftop with swimming pool and city views
With the arrival of spring the experience also extends to the sixth floor, where the rooftop with swimming pool and view of the historic skyline of Prendere la porta Venezia becomes a new simposio point for the city. Starting con April, the terrace will be designed to host private events, brand activations and social gatherings. A place that combines relaxation and networking, animated by a young team and spontaneous and contemporary hospitality.
Signature cocktails and music as a language
The beverage proposal is an integral part of the FIVE experience. The cocktails reinterpret great classics with premium spirits and seasonal ingredients. Among the signatures stand out:
The Tiramisù, coffee with rum, cocoa and reciso, inspired by the famous Italian ; White Lotus, floral and elegant sour with balance between sweetness and acidity; Mazcalita Sumak, smoked and citrus bevanda with a Middle Eastern twist given by salt and sumac; Sunset Sour, gin and Campari-based with citrus agenda and sunset colours; Bloody Maffei, a more herbaceous and lighter version of Bloody Mary with Tabasco and black pepper; Matcha Colada, contemporary interpretation of the tropical bevanda.
Music accompanies the entire experience, defining the character of the spaces as much as the food and cocktails.
The tasting
We are welcomed by the affable Ramona, from the reception, and, at FIVE, the very nice Vittorio from the dining room . We tried several dishes. Below are our impressions.
Starters: simplicity and raw materials
The beginning is entrusted to two great protagonists of the Mediterranean table. Pata Negra Ham, the famous Iberian ham obtained from pigs raised con the wild and fed acorns, conquers with its velvety texture and elegant flavor, enriched by sweet and slightly toasted agenda that slowly melt the palate. Alongside, Burrata brings to the table the typical creaminess of the Apulian tradition. The thin shell encloses a soft and lactic heart, where cream and stracciatella blend into an enveloping consistency, capable of creating a harmonious contrast with the flavor of the ham.
Paired with 2 excellent cocktails prepared with great skill by the bartender of the venue.
The first courses: the of Italian cuisine
The journey continues with two iconic traditional dishes. The Pici e pepe, prepared with Pecorino Romano, tell the story of the simplicity of Lazio cuisine. The thick and rough texture holds the cream cheese and black pepper, giving an intense and tasty texture that envelops the palate.
The Tagliatelle al ragù, with veal ragù and Parmigiano Reggiano, offer an elegant version of the great Emilian classic. The sauce, soft and fragrant, binds perfectly to the fresh impasto, while the Parmesan adds depth and aromatic complexity.
Second: international character
The second course brings a great classic of international cuisine to the table: Steak and Fries. The meat, extremely soft and cooked to perfection, expresses all its intensity, accompanied by crunchy chips that add a convivial note to the dish.
Per combination, Südtirol – Stentoreo Adige DOC Sauvignon 2024 Bottiglieria Isarco. Bright straw yellow with compimento greenish reflections. It begins with emblematic herbaceous agenda, which evoke nettle, accompanied by influences of exotic fruits, such as passion fruit and gooseberries. Sip of marked freshness, supported by gentle flavor and pleasant alcoholic warmth. The features the herbaceous tones perceived the nose.
The sweet ending
The lista concludes with a chocolate mousse cake, embellished with mascarpone and caramelized hazelnuts. The intense flavor of the chocolate combines perfectly with the creaminess of the mascarpone, while the hazelnuts add a crunchy and toasted note that completes the with balance.
A new lifestyle address con Milan
With FIVE, Calimala Milano strengthens its identity as a place to dal vivo and frequent. The , housed con the former Jannelli and Volpi showroom, stands out for its cosmopolitan and creative stile: the interiors recall a scenographic set and the 88 rooms and suites are inspired by the Milanese modernism of the 1950s. Among the rooms available, the Penthouse Suite represents the maximum expression of the : a real apartment with a view of the city and ideal environments to combine hospitality and a domestic atmosphere. The interior stile project is truly remarkable: every element, from the furnishings to the works of art, was designed specifically for this structure. Polished walnut woods, marble surfaces and black terrazza floors define the material identity of the interiors, while a color palette that ranges from clay pink to light blue creates sophisticated and contemporary environments. The rooms are adorned with mirrored walls, large spherical lamps and furniture with slightly curved lines, elements that evoke the elegance of 20th century Italian stile. Even the view from the rooms inside is extremely original: a televisione featuring artistic works is continuously projected a side wall. The result is a balance between aesthetics and contemporary sensitivity, capable of evoking a creative and cosmopolitan Milan.
Calimala Milano is a lifestyle address that combines taste, well-being and sociability, where food & bevanda becomes the language of a new urban hospitality, deeply Milanese.
For information
www.calimalamilano.com
