A small, cosy restaurant in the Derbyshire market town of New Mills has been named the UK's Best Pasta Restaurant at the 2026 Italian Awards. A Tavola Gastronomia Siciliana, located on Albion Road in the High Peak, took the top prize in a fiercely competitive category, beating out other highly recommended establishments across the country.
Led by award-winning chef Alessio Muccio, the restaurant prides itself on producing fresh pasta, gelato and pastries on the premises using traditional Sicilian ingredients. The eatery describes itself as 'a little slice of Sicily here in the High Peak', adorned with Sicilian artefacts and offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Customer reviews on TripAdvisor have been glowing, with one diner calling it 'a colourful, warm, and welcoming trattoria' and praising the 'rich Sicilian flavours'. Another reviewer, who travelled over 100 miles to visit, said they were 'transported' by the experience and highly recommended a visit.
The restaurant's menu changes with the seasons to guarantee fresh ingredients, and chef Muccio has crafted dishes to accommodate all dietary needs. Awards Director Warren Paul said the Italian Awards aim to celebrate 'passionate people' and give recognition to hard-working businesses that often go unnoticed.
The win is expected to draw a wave of curious food lovers to the Peak District town, which sits roughly eight miles south-east of Stockport and 13 miles from Manchester. A Tavola Gastronomia Siciliana is open for lunch and dinner, offering a taste of Sicily in an unlikely but charming location.
