Stories From The Aperitivo Blog

Welcome to the Aperitivo blog, a short read from our team on Norton Street where we share more than just recipes. Here you will find handy cooking tips, the traditions behind our dishes, the techniques we use in the kitchen, and a closer look at the services we offer. From what is on the menu to what is in the oven, our blog is your guide to everything Aperitivo.

Everything You Need to Know About Homemade Pizza Sauce and Authentic Italian Pizza

Not all Pizza Sauce tastes the same because Italy has never followed a single recipe. The sauce spread on a Neapolitan Margherita is quite different from the richer tomato base

Ruota Pasta: The Italian Cheese Wheel Pasta Alla Ruota Explained

Watching pasta tossed inside a giant cheese wheel is one of the most memorable experiences in Italian dining. Known as Ruota Pasta, this traditional preparation combines freshly cooked pasta with

What Is Reginette Pasta? Discover Mafaldine, One of Italy’s Most Beautiful Pasta Shapes

Many Italian pasta shapes tell a story, and reginette is one of the most distinctive. Anyone curious about what is reginette pasta will discover a ribbon-shaped pasta recognised for its

Vegetarian Antipasto Platter: Traditional Italian Flavours Without the Meat

A vegetarian antipasto platter is often seen as a modern alternative, but vegetables have been part of Italian antipasto for centuries. Long before vegetarian dining became popular, many Italian households

What is Wood-Fired Pizza? Discover the Craft Behind Authentic Italian Pizza Ovens

Many people recognise the distinctive flavour of wood-fired pizza, particularly the smokiness, but fewer understand what gives it its unique character. If you have ever wondered what is wood fired

What Is Pappardelle Pasta? Everything You Need to Know About Tuscany’s Wide Ribbon Pasta

Many people recognise pappardelle by its broad ribbons, but there is much more to this traditional pasta than its appearance. If you’ve ever wondered what is pappardelle pasta, the answer

Father's Day · Sunday 6 September

Bring Dad to Norton Street This Father's Day

Father’s Day calls for a proper Italian Sunday. Join us at Aperitivo on Sunday 6 September for rustic antipasti, handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza straight from the oven, because the best gift you can give Dad is a seat at the table.
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