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  • There's something to be said for great Italian food. You know - food that's delicious using simple and fresh ingredients. That's the basis of Italian food (btw I'm pretty sure I was Italian in another life!) Context: I've been to Italy. Several times. Tuscany has my heart. So I'm very picky when it comes to Italian food. I'm not easily impressed. Ascari Enoteca is a great place in the East End - I'm lucky enough that it's in my neighbourhood (though it's slightly dangerously too being in such close proximity - ha!) I've been here twice (so far). And both times I've thoroughly enjoyed the food. And the atmosphere. It's a small, charming local joint. I love that. Completely different vibe from a Terroni, for instance. Now onto the food! My absolute favourite bite of food here: The Chicken Liver Mousse appetizer (aka Crostini alla Toscana). Simply bellissima. I LOVE chicken liver mousse/pâté, and the family recipe at Ascari completely delivers on the flavour. It is truly sublime. (Btw I recently took a friend there who said she wasn't a big chicken liver person and she love it!) It's completely decadent (yet light) and is somewhat reminiscent of a foie gras-ish texture/feeling/taste. Very different from the more rustic/country version found in Tuscany - but amazing!! Don't miss out on this one - trust me. As for pasta, I've tried their infamous Carbonara (they claim to serve one of the best ones in the city). I agree with that claim. Definitely one of the top in the city (that I've had). Now some notes: It's not a classic carbonara - they do take some liberties. For instance, the pasta they use (though made fresh daily, I believe - and very light & yummy) is more similar to a noodle than a spaghetti. As well, they add peas - not traditional, but I loved the element of brightness it brings to the dish. Complements the fatness from the super crispy pieces of guanciale, egg yolk, and cheese. A standout dish for me. The other pasta I had was a special they had - which included sautéed chicken livers. So decadent and delish as well! I haven't had anything else on the menu yet - but I'll be back to try more stuff :) Buon appetito!
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