Autumn and the magic of mushrooms

With the arrival of autumn, nature dresses in warm colors and brings with it one of the most beloved ingredients: the mushroom. At Cactus Milano we celebrate seasonality with a series of dishes that highlight porcini and other varieties, transforming them into refined and surprising gastronomic experiences. Each creation is born from the idea of combining freshness, creativity, and respect for raw ingredients, offering a journey that tells the story of this season in all its nuances.

Among our autumn novelties is the Tartare with raw porcini, which combines the catch of the day with the delicacy of a fresh porcini salad, enriched with blueberries and black garlic. It is a dish that unites sea and forest in a delicate balance, where the sweetness of the fish meets the vegetal intensity of the mushrooms, creating an interplay of unexpected textures and flavors.

Our Negative risotto alla Milanese offers a surprising reinterpretation of a classic: saffron and cuttlefish meet a morel ragout that brings depth and intensity. Alongside it, the 40-yolk tagliolini become a true hymn to elegance: enhanced with porcini and black truffle, they offer an enveloping, rich experience with an authentically autumn character.

For those who seek a dish that blends tradition and comfort, our Baccalà with porcini Milanese style is the perfect choice. Creamed salt cod meets crispy, golden fried porcini, completed by a salsa verde that adds freshness. It’s a dish that recalls the warmth of home cooking, but dressed in an elegant and contemporary style.

The journey could only end with a dessert that stays true to the theme: Dolce Bosco Magico. Little porcini-shaped sweets, hazelnut, rosemary moss, red currant gel, and truffle ice cream come together in a scenographic and surprising dessert that brings the forest directly to the table. It is the perfect example of how autumn can become a sensory tale, blending nature, imagination, and pleasure.