Serendipity gets the credit for leading me to this sumptuous dining experience. I very recently relocated to the area and just happen to live 3 blocks away. While out on a casual stroll about town with my girl we wandered in off the street oblivious of the sublime treats awaiting us. The quaint, tasteful decor set such a pleasantly relaxed mood, enhanced by the welcoming, warm staff. And the intoxicating rich aromas! After we were briefed on the specialties of the house we were informed of the BYOB policy, so we decided to head home and back quick with a couple bottles of our choice. If the food is half as good as this wonderful first impression I'll be genuinely impressed...
Impressed I was, as was my girlfriend. We continually marvelled at the culinary perfections laid before us, one after another. My friend opened with the irresistible Cossi Saporite; fresh plump mussels in a garlic sauce sopped up with fluffy crunchy bread rolls. I started with the Carpaccio di Pulpo which set the bar very high for the rest of the meal as the thinly sliced octopus was so elegantly dressed and garnished, it was just as delicious to the eyes as the taste buds. Bellies prepped!
My partner then gorged upon an incredible Maiale Alle Mele; braised pork medallions glistening in an apple, scallion and honey demi glaze. Flavor explosions! And this deep pleasure was equalled by the light, fluffy mashed potatoes jazzed up just right with mascarpone cheese. I coulda made a meal outta them!
For my entree I eventually settled on a dish I'm normally very reluctant to risk at untried or unpredictable establishments because it's just so hard to get it right, apparently. But at Sapori I needn't have hesitated as the Risotto Allo Scoglio was sublime... Best risotto I've ever had, and that includes quite a few fantastic servings I've enjoyed in various trattorias all around Italy. This deep bowl of supremely sumptuous delights was drained poste haste. Succulent, tangy and tender mussels, shrimp, clams and calamari bathed in a soul bursting cacophony of white wine, garlic, herbs, pepper and roasted tomato, saturating precisely timed risotto pasta that defied time and space. WOW!! I fiercely defended my priceless treasure from my constantly infringing friend, I didn't wanna share another drop. Sux 2 b her! JK, I let her have one more teaspoon of the magical potion. Just one! Truly a superior rendition of a popular dish that's way too often simply sub par. Bravo Sapori!!
I was reluctant to despoil the gastronomic brilliance of that savory satisfying bowl with any other flavors, but we both soon found ourselves nodding yes to dessert and espresso, and I'm glad we did. She feasted upon her favorite, the classic tiramisu, which did not disappoint. Light, moist, fluffy lady fingers ensconced in luscious creamy coffee goodness. I devoured a new treat for me, a nutella and mascarpone cheesecake that demanded I lick the plate clean. Great finish to a really really great evening.
Highest recommendation, especially for the fair pricing, splendid accomodations, genuinely attentive and kind staff, and the added bonus of carrying in our own selection of red and white wines. I can't get back there soon enough! 😀👍
Learn more insights from Wanderboat AI
