Whitehorse's Mediterranean Oasis: Giorgio's Cucina

🇨🇦 Whitehorse's Mediterranean Oasis: Giorgio's Cucina "Mamma mia!" — That's what you'll exclaim when you discover this cozy yet sophisticated Mediterranean hideaway in the heart of Whitehorse. Though currently on a winter hiatus (chef's touring Italy for inspiration!), Giorgio's Cucina remains a must-bookmark spot for when it reopens. Here's why locals are counting the days... 📍 The Essentials Name: Giorgio's Cucina (Pronounced "Joar-jio's Koo-chee-na") Address: 206 Jarvis St (Look for the terracotta walls & olive tree decor!) Status: TEMPORARILY CLOSED (Follow their FB for reopening updates!) 🍝 LEGENDARY DISHES (We Still Dream About...) 1️⃣ PEI Mussels – $23 🇨🇦🍷 • Prince Edward Island mussels steamed in: • White wine • Roasted red pepper • Garlic butter sauce (so good you'll drink it!) • Served with: Crusty focaccia for dipping (carb-lover's heaven!) 2️⃣ Prawns & Scallop Linguini – $32 🍤✨ • Succulent BC spot prawns + pan-seared Yukon scallops • Tossed in: • Lemon-chili Alfredo • Charred red peppers • House-made linguini (al dente perfection!) 3️⃣ Steak & Mushroom Fettuccine – $36 🥩🍄 • 8oz AAA Alberta beef (medium-rare recommended) • Wild mushroom medley sautéed in garlic butter • Tossed with: Sun-dried tomatoes + lemon zest fettuccine 4️⃣ Tiramisu – $14 ☕️🤤 • Layers of: • Espresso-soaked ladyfingers • Mascarpone whipped with Yukon honey • Dusting of single-origin cocoa 🌿 WHY WE'RE OBSESSED • Portions = Arctic-sized (Leftovers guaranteed!) • Yukon meets Mediterranean: Local ingredients like wild morels often appear • Cozy vibes: Exposed beam ceilings + Italian folk music = perfect date night 💡 Insider Intel (For When They Reopen!) ✅ Ask about "Nonna's Secret Pasta" — sometimes available as a special ✅ Wine pairing tip: Their Sicilian Nero d'Avola complements the mussels perfectly ✅ Dessert hack: Order tiramisu with a shot of limoncello (off-menu!) 📸 Instagram Gold 1️⃣ Mussels bread-dipping action shot 2️⃣ Pasta twirl on fork against mountain views 3️⃣ Tiramisu with "Grazie" written in cocoa #Whitehorse#MediterraneanInTheArctic #CarbLoadingYukonStyle