The first Garden Dining in a Swiss Convent, in a fairytale setting with a breathtaking view over the Luganese.

Starting in June, the exclusive Garden Dining series will begin at the Bigorio Convent in Capriasca! "Antiqua", this is the name of the initiative, will take place within the magical walls and elevated gardens of the oldest Capuchin Convent in Switzerland, dating back to 1535 AD. Chef Alessandro, with experience in renowned Ticino establishments such as the Hotel Principe Leopoldo, will guarantee fresh and creative cuisine, creating delicious dishes using "Km 0" products or even coming directly from the Convent's vegetable garden. A bar will be set up in the Convent gardens, offering exclusively Ticino drinks for all tastes: from beers to wines, from non-alcoholic drinks to cocktails! The magical Garden Dining is intended to be a versatile dinner, where guests can choose to eat comfortably "lounge style" or rather picnic style while sitting on the lawn covered with blankets. Antiqua is an unmissable experience for those seeking a break from the daily routine and a moment of tranquillity and serenity in Capriasca, 700 metres above sea level, but only 15 minutes from Lugano. Book your place now at the Garden Dining at the Convento di Bigorio and enjoy a memorable evening!

MENU AND DRINKS PROPOSAL

The menu offers dishes characterised by fresh local produce and delicate cuisine. All four courses will feature vegan and vegetarian options (menu to be published shortly). 

USEFUL TO KNOW

• The picnic at the Convent includes an optional tour of the Convent led by Friar Gianluca (CHF 55).

• By online booking, it is possible to practise a yoga session in the Convent chapel with dinner to follow (CHF 78 p.p. for a maximum of 8 participants per evening). 

• Antiqua will take place over seven evenings with a maximum capacity of only 40 guests per evening.

• The Convent is equipped with parking spaces (car pooling is welcome).

• Registration starts from a minimum of 2 persons for the 'dinner', while for the 'yoga with dinner' experience one person can also register (table for yoga participants). Should yoga participants wish to dine at a separate table, this can be done on request from a minimum of 2 persons.

PROGRAMME

18h15: Opening with refreshments (only for those registered for the yoga practice or the optional tour of the convent)

18h45 - 19:45: Start of yoga session (only with reservation of yoga package with dinner)

19h00 - 19:45: Beginning of the guided tour of the convent (optional only for those who dine, the presence at the visit must be announced during the online booking)

19h00: Opening bar (for those who do not practice yoga and do not visit the convent)

19h45: Beginning of the dinner (simultaneous start for all guests)

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