Opened in 1981 by Erminio and Rita Alajmo, their children Massimiliano and Rafaelle have turned their parent’s prize-winning restaurant into one of the top culinary empires in Italy. The breakthrough was the simple risotto, which when adorned with capers and coffee powder, became one of the most famous dishes in the world of gastronomy. Unlike other chefs who have garnered similar levels of fame, Max hasn’t stopped inventing, always creating new dishes that are perfectly matched to the seasons. Meanwhile, brother Raf always has organized the wonderful wine list while doing his best to make his guests feel at home.