Found, LOVED and definitely going back...

Fornata, Soho.


Last night I was taken to Fornata in Soho by one of my absolute bestest, and what a treat it was.


The Italians have sure got this one right!


The mood had been set by the bustling night-time streets of Soho and so exciting to venture on a new found restaurant, almost falling into the warm and cheery atmosphere and instantly Italian flavour even before the Pinot Grigio hit the table!


There, half way down Kingly Street stands Fornata which welcomes you in and greets you with a roaring pizza oven fiery enough to make you shed almost every layer, which is exactly what the Italians want!


In true custom, the idea of 'aperitivo' is a selection of 'tapas' (if you can borrow the word from the Spanish) and are mini plates of wonderful Italian delicacies chosen from a menu as long as your arm, and presented beautifully in front of you.


Five 'antipasti' dishes seemed to do the trick, with a special mention to the Scamorza Panfried with Balsamic Vinegar. Delicious smoked cheese, a fabulous alternative to mozzarella and absolutely TO DIE FOR.

'Antipasti' quite litterally translated as 'before pasta' was enough for us on its own. (...and of course the chocolate hot pot treat at the end)


Bottle of wine and a full tum, would definitely recommend this place in an instant, for a girly dinner catch up or a raucous family meal, appeals to everyone.

Buon appetito!

(All images c/o fornata)