In the heart of Barbagia, in the centre of Mamoiada, Maura Ladu’s restaurant showcases the region with authenticity and a contemporary sensitivity. The chef and owner, a local, welcomes guests into an intimate dining room with a minimalist feel, where the stone walls provide a backdrop to photographs and masks of the mamuthones – the iconic figures of the famous local carnival – which help to forge a strong connection with the local culture. The culinary offering reinterprets Sardinian tradition with elegance and precision, through an affordable multi-course tasting menu complemented by an à la carte selection. The stars of the show are high-quality local ingredients, used in dishes that play with textures and subtle contrasts: from courgettes given a new twist with an egg cooked at 65 degrees Celsius to the pairing of suckling pig with whole aubergines, enhanced by a delicate touch of candied lemon. The experience is rounded off by a carefully curated wine list, featuring around 130 wines, and the rare and welcome opportunity to sample most of them by the glass.