The adventure began with the pizzeria “La Carovana,” which we proudly managed for over forty years. As proud natives of Montappone, we felt a strong need to revive a vital piece of local history.
Like every great project, it all starts with an ideal: to give something meaningful back to the village, the community, and the land. To breathe life into an abandoned space and create something that emanates ancient history and new stories, offering always-surprising images even in their timelessness, scents sometimes forgotten, and rediscovered flavors.
In 2010, our family, led by Dad Franco and Mom Gabriella Riccucci, purchased the medieval castle, which had been completely abandoned, located at the highest point of the village.
At that moment, the castle became, quite literally, a family affair: every member took an active role in the project, each with a specific responsibility.
An hotel and restaurant in a historic building set in the Marche countryside, a dream come true, filled with challenges to overcome.
Like every great project, it all starts with an ideal: to give something meaningful back to the village, the community, and the land. To breathe life into an abandoned space and create something that emanates ancient history and new stories, offering always-surprising images even in their timelessness, scents sometimes forgotten, and rediscovered flavors.
Fabiola is our general manager and because of her dogged work ethic she has been with us from the beginning. Original and full of ideas, there is no request she cannot fulfill! She especially loves to listen and understand the needs and priorities of each individual guest. As a sommelier, she has impeccable taste in wine and often helps choose the best bottles.
Maicol is the beating heart of Palazzo Riccucci! As Head Chef and Owner, alongside his family, he laid the first stone of our hotel and pours his heart and dedication into everything he does. He loves creating delicious dishes that reflect the culinary roots of the Marche region and is very attentive to the quality and seasonality of all the ingredients that enter his kitchen.
Cristiano, Maicol’s brother, is also an Owner and manages our hotel and the pizzeria-restaurant “La Carovana.” He ensures that all guests receive the utmost attention and guarantees their maximum comfort.
Fabiola is our general manager and because of her dogged work ethic she has been with us from the beginning. Original and full of ideas, there is no request she cannot fulfill! She especially loves to listen and understand the needs and priorities of each individual guest. As a sommelier, she has impeccable taste in wine and often helps choose the best bottles.
Maicol is the beating heart of Palazzo Riccucci! As Head Chef and Owner, alongside his family, he laid the first stone of our hotel and pours his heart and dedication into everything he does. He loves creating delicious dishes that reflect the culinary roots of the Marche region and is very attentive to the quality and seasonality of all the ingredients that enter his kitchen.
Cristiano, Maicol’s brother, is also an Owner and manages our hotel and the pizzeria-restaurant “La Carovana.” He ensures that all guests receive the utmost attention and guarantees their maximum comfort.
