Leading Italian restaurant group San Carlo has unveiled its new summer menu, now available across its San Carlo and Cicchetti sites nationwide.

Renowned for the freshest and most authentic Italian dishes, the menu showcases exceptional seasonal ingredients, artfully crafted to evoke the essence of an Italian summer.

Highlights from the San Carlo Summer Menu

Burrata e Pomodoro – Burrata from Corato in Puglia served with marinated beef tomato carpaccio and fresh basil (v) £12.95

Culatello – One of Italy’s finest cured meats from Bassa Verdiana, with a sweet and delicate flavour £17.95

Gnocchetti Pasta Melanzane e Salsiccia – Sardinian-style gnocchetti pasta with aubergine and pork sausage ragù £16.95

Lemon Sole with Clams and Asparagus – Pan-fried lemon sole with sautéed clams and green asparagus £29.95

Linguine Scallops and Caviar – Pasta with scallops, Italian sturgeon caviar and saffron cream sauce £25.95

Prosciutto, Melone e Mozzarella – Cantaloupe melon, mozzarella di bufala, Parma ham and crushed pistachio nuts £13.95

Nodini Con Panna e Tartufo – Small hand-shaped knots of mozzarella with fresh black truffle, served with crostini (v) £9.95

Risotto Ai Frutti Di Mare – Risotto with clams, mussels and Argentinian king prawns, in a chilli and garlic tomato sauce, served in a copper pan £21.95pp (minimum 2 people)

Cicchetti Small Plates to Share

Baked Norma – Baked pasta dish from southern Italy, with aubergine, tomato and basil, topped with ricotta salata (v) £11.95

Crocche Napoletano – Potato croquette with speck (smoked Italian ham) and Parmesan fondue £8.95

Focaccia & Parma Ham – Handmade focaccia, creamy stracciatella cheese, served with Parma ham and black truffle £10.95

Porchetta & Stracciatella – Slow-cooked pork with creamy stracciatella and pistachio nuts, served cold £8.95

Coda Di Rospo Gratinata – Fresh pan-fried monkfish, with Altamura breadcrumbs and herby oil £18.95

Spiedino Di Pesce – Skewer with Argentinian red prawns, monkfish, scallops and cherry tomatoes £16.95

Tagliolini Crab & Caviar – Tagliolini with hand-picked crab and Italian sturgeon caviar £18.95

Marcello Distefano, CEO at San Carlo, commented: “We have been developing and refining our summer menu to create a culinary experience for our guests, reminiscent of a summer in Italy – perfect for dining on our terraces.

“Each dish has been carefully curated with pride and passion, celebrating our style. By utilising the freshest seasonal produce flown straight from Italy, we ensure that the quality of our food is never compromised and always consistent. Our summer menu includes an array of dishes from fish and meat to delectable vegetarian options, pasta, and pizza. Salute!”

Other dietary requirements and allergens can be catered for upon request, ensuring no one misses out.

For more information or to book, visit the San Carlo website.

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