Zizzi Ristorante introduces Italian spirit to Finchley

Zizzi Ristorante has opened at the Finchley 02 shopping centre offering local diners a diverse range of Italian food and wine in a chic setting. The ristorante, located on the first floor of the revitalised Finchley 02 shopping centre, next to the Vue cinema, is ideally located for shoppers who are looking to take a break from retail therapy or want to enjoy dinner before a movie.

The delicious food, prepared with passion has been created by true Italian chef, Angelo Garofalo and based on high-quality, fresh ingredients and explores both traditional and contemporary Italian food trends that will please the most discerning palate.

Choose from a range of delicious dishes, including starters such as Crostini Formaggio Di Capra, an oven baked goat’s cheese with caramelised balsamic onions on a ciabatta bread. Main courses include Risotto Al Funghi Con Pollo with creamy wild mushrooms, roasted chicken and fresh rosemary. Desserts such as Torte Zizzi a warm plum, almond, fig and pistachio tart with vanilla ice cream complete the menu – buon appetito!

This inspired selection of food is complemented by an inviting choice of Italian wines, chosen by Adrian Garforth, Master of Wine. From Frascati to Fiano Settesoli to Shiraz and Chianti, there is a wine and price to suit all tastes.

The stylish interior has been designed to reflect the high-quality menu and is an eye-catching addition to the modern shopping centre. Comfortable, elegant tables and seating create a light and relaxing ambiance. A ‘Chef’s Table’ has been created in front of the open plan kitchen, which invites diners in to the heart of the action to watch how the culinary delights are created.

Nicki Pucci, Manager for Zizzi Ristorante Finchley 02, comments, “We are in a fabulous location within this fantastic centre and have a menu to delight shoppers. I’m sure that Zizzi will be a culinary sanctuary for lovers of Italian food and drink.”