If you are looking for a taste of the old country, or are just craving some comfort food, look no further than the newest addition to the Rotary Centre for the Arts.
Roma Nord Bistro officially opened its doors at the downtown Rotary campus on March 30, bringing a taste of Roman-style Italian cuisine to Âé¶čAV diners.
âWe could not be more pleased to welcome Roma Nord to the RCA and Âé¶čAV community,â said Colleen Fitzpatrick, the executive director of the RCA. âThe culinary arts are a beautiful, engaging way to create cross-cultural understanding, and weâre confident that Roma Nordâs fresh, flavorful food will pair perfectly with the local Okanagan art and music that we feature in our Atrium.â
The menu, ranging from everything from pastas to pizzas, could not be more authentic - owners Danilo and Angela DâAlba emigrated from Rome, Italy to Canada approximately five years ago. Danilo said, through a translator, that the coupleâs dream is to âbring the experience of dining on a Roman piazza to Âé¶čAV.
âWe want people to understand what makes Roman food distinct from other Italian cuisines. We want to create something true to our Roman roots.â
Both Danilo and Angela are well-versed in the culinary world. Danilo spent many years managing his familyâs butcher shop in Italy, with Angela joining the business as an experienced home cook.
Their motto? âFewer ingredients, but lots of love.â
The DâAlbas seem to have already made Âé¶čAV their home.
âWalking around Âé¶čAV in May, when the flowers are coming out, reminds me of being in Rome in the spring,â said Danilo. âThe climate, the vegetables, the fruit, and the wineâitâs all very Roman.â
The fully-licensed bistro is open for both dine-in and takeout Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
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