Restaurant Recipes
Rigatoni Alla Vodka e Fungi
Restaurant: Firenze Trattoria | San Diego
One of Firenze Trattoria's most prized and popular dishes, Rigatoni alla Vodka e Fungi showcases the ridged tubed pasta and a tasty sauce with a healthy amount of mushrooms and a hint of vodka flavoring. Rigatoni is mostly associated with the cuisine of southern and central Italy and is used with favorite proteins like spicy sausage and chicken. In addition, Baked Stuffed Rigatoni is a fan favorite as well for this versatile pasta. However, this recipe's sauce has a hint of vodka notes embedded into the sauce, a must try for any rigatoni lover.Pere e Gorgonzola
Restaurant: Toast Enoteca & Cucina | San Diego
Toast Enoteca & Cucina has created a delicious appetizer that's simple yet satisfying. The Pere e Gorgonzola is a refreshing pear matched with sugar, Gorgonzola cheese, argula, and honey. Perfect as a stater for lunch or dinner, the Pere e Gorgonzola is easy to make and will satiate your taste buds.Salsa Verde
Restaurant: Trattoria Ponte Vecchio | San Diego
Trattoria Ponte Vecchio offers a robust selection of traditional Italian fare, and Owner Daniel Nobili has brought one of his homeland favorites to you. Salsa Verde is a refreshing Italian sauce that utilizes fresh herbs and spices. Quick and easy, Salsa Verde is ideal to serve with meat or fish on any occasion.Ricotta Gnocchi with Red Wine Braised Oxtail, Chino Farm’s Carrots & Shaved Matsutake Mushrooms
Restaurant: Whisknladle | San Diego
Ricotta Gnocchi with red wine braised oxtail, Chino Farm’s carrots & shaved matsutake mushrooms involves a funky spin on traditional potato based gnocchi. However, this recipe is a gourmet upgrade from a traditional pot roast, with the ricotta gnocchi adding classic Italian elements to the dish. For cooks in the mood to take their pot roast to the next level, this recipe poses two distinct challenges- unusual ingredients and attention to detail. Any cook’s efforts will be worthwhile, and this dish is sure to be crowd pleasing at any dining event.New York Steak Alla Pizzaiola
Restaurant: De Medici | San Diego
A Vitale original family recipe, New York Steak Alla Pizzaiola, is a Southern Italian dish that packs a whole bunch of flavor. Restaurant owner Salvatore Vitale suggests the dish be served medium rare as to keep the steak juicy and tender. Enjoy this dish at your kitchen table with your family as the Vitales do in their home on Sundays. Toss in a full bodied Cabernet or a Nero D'Avola and you're set for a meal of epic proportion, flavor, and deliciousness.Jalapeño Garlic Ahi Tuna Pasta
Restaurant: Chianti | San Diego
Utilizing all that is delicious, the Jalapeno Garlic Ahi Tuna Pasta has a fiery kick and a clean finish. Executive Chef Gerardo Espinoza has created this exquisite dish that utilizes fresh ingredients like jalapenos, ahi tuna, and a medley of fresh herbs. Ahi tuna, also know as yellowfin tuna, is found in pelagic waters of tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide. Often times served seared, ahi tuna is a versatile fish that is great salad or alone sashimi style. Whether from lunch or dinner, Jalapeno Garlic Ahi Tuna Pasta is a great dish that's easy to create.Shrimp Bruno
Restaurant: The Palm - San Diego | San Diego
Shrimp Bruno is one of The Palm Restaurants most popular appetizers. Named after one of the restaurants many loyal patrons, the dish serves as a tribute to Bruno for his many years of patronage.
Clams Casino
Restaurant: The Saloon | Philadelphia
A classic Italian recipe, Clams Casino has enjoyed a long history of happy diners with its flavorful seasoning and has been making appetizers more exciting for over 100 years.
Penne
Restaurant: Davio's | Philadelphia
Penne pasta served with applewood smoked chicken, spinach and sun dried tomatoes in a walnut cream sauceSpinach Gnocchi with Shaved Ricotta Salata and Brown Butter
