Taste of Italy

My husband and I went to a small Italian cafe the other day. I'll admit we tend to go out drinking more than we have days out eating. but, we were hungry one afternoon and found a small place on Leith Walk in Edinburgh. Now, it really doesn't look all that welcoming. I like to go for places that are quaint and cosy. With a bright, garish signpost and a tad too loud music, it does fall more on to the cheesier side.

However, when you get in, the food blows you away. The desserts, the paninis, the pasta... they're all made to perfection. I had lasagna and it was beautiful. Bursting with cheese but still managing to bring the full flavour of the meat and sauce through...what more could a person ask for?

My husband opted for a simple panini and that looked pretty good as well. I almost wished I'd changed my order. The bread was crisp on the outside and deliciously soft inside. The right amount of cheese and tomatoes made it quite the satisfying meal. While my husband didn't touch the salad (not the salad type :P), I managed to sneak in a few bites. Crisp and fresh.

Surprisingly, the prices are very decent. The portions are great so it's really quite the value for money. The food is completely fresh and smells lovely when it gets to your table. They've also got an open plan kitchen so you can see what they're up to- always a nice thought. :)

Finally, I have to mention the waitresses. They are, without a doubt, the nicest people I've come across. Our waitress was a cheerful little one (I assume from Italy) who always had a smile on her face. Makes quite a difference when you don't have to deal with surly waiters.

I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone who fancies Italian food or just plain old good food! It filled us up, made us happy and got us prepared for our long day ahead. :)