360 :: a spherical panoramic journey in 2668 pieces

Three paintings, commissioned by Cardinal Mathieu Cointrel in 1599, depict scenes from the life of St. Matthew: The Calling of St Matthew, The Inspiration of Saint Matthew and The Martyrdom of Saint Matthew.

"In the heart of the medieval quarters of Lucca, in front of one of the most known gateways to Piazza Anfiteatro, the square which was once the site of a Roman amphitheatre, since 1860 Osteria Baralla has been welcoming its guests in the fifteenth-century Buonvisi palace. The owners, Lucia and Marco Brotini, manage the restaurant with care and professionalism, not only do they themselves select the menu but they make a point of personally welcoming and looking after their guests. Come along to find a rich and varied menu, where all dishes are prepared with the most select ingredients only, an experience to taste in a warm and friendly atmosphere. The traditional dishes and exclusive recipes of Osteria Baralla are matched with a wide selection of wines and delicious homemade desserts." (Text from www.osteriabaralla.it).