A Culinary Vision Brought to Life: An Italian Feast Crafted by a Visionary Chef and His Masterful Team
Welcome to an unforgettable dining experience, created under the visionary guidance of me, Jonathon France - a chef whose passion for Italian cuisine knows no bounds. After years of traveling the Italian countryside and learning from the finest culinary masters in Sicily and Tuscany, I’ve crafted a menu that blends tradition with innovation, bringing Italy’s finest flavours straight to your table.
But while this meal bears my name and vision, it wouldn’t have come to life without the tireless dedication and exceptional skill of my sous chefs, William Muzzioli and Gemma Muzzioli. Their relentless work, creativity, and precision in the kitchen have turned my concept into the masterpiece you are about to enjoy.
So sit back, relax, and let us take you on a culinary journey through Italy. Buon appetito!
Italian Christmas Menu
Aperitivo
Prosecco
Aperol Spritz
Antipasti
Olives
Bresaola + Rocket & Parmesan
Prosciutto & Melon
Cicchetti (a selection of small bites)
Cicchetti Menu
(Handcrafted by sous chefs William & Gemma, under my visionary guidance.)
Bruschetta
Fresh tomatoes, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and smoked garlic.
Mixed Mushrooms + Balsamic & Pepper
Earthy mushrooms, tangy balsamic kick.
Roast Peppers + Taleggio Soft Cheese
Sweet peppers, creamy Taleggio indulgence.
Cheese Provolone + Fig Jam
Sharp cheese, sweet fig jam harmony.
Smoked Salmon + Taleggio Soft Cheese
Smoky salmon, creamy cheese perfection.
Prawns + Mayo + Chilli Powder/Paprika
Sweet prawns with a spicy kick.
Mackerel + Roast Peppers
Smoky mackerel with roasted pepper sweetness.
Mackerel + Spinach + Sun-dried Tomato Pâté
Mackerel with earthy spinach, rich pâté.
Bresaola + Sun-dried Tomatoes
Air-dried beef, tangy sun-dried tomatoes.
Spinach in Garlic + Sun-dried Tomato
Garlic sautéed spinach, sun-dried tomato punch.
Primo
Ravioli in Tomato Ragu
Soft ravioli in rich tomato ragu sauce.
Nduja Beans
Spicy nduja, creamy beans, fiery flavor.
Dolce
Cannoli
Fried pastry, sweet ricotta filling.
Panforte
Dense cake with nuts and spices.
Caffe
Espresso con Amaretto
Strong espresso with a sweet twist.
Cantuccini
Crunchy almond biscuits, perfect with coffee.
Digestivo
Grappa / Vin Santo
Classic Italian digestives to end.