italy Archives – The Penguin Eats

Osteria 20

As a new entrant to the ever expanding choice of Italian eateries in Melbourne, Osteria 20...As a new entrant to the ever expanding choice of Italian eateries in Melbourne, Osteria 20 offers patrons a taste of Italy that surely won’t disappoint. From the...

400 Gradi (Brunswick)

Having finally visited the original Gradi, it’s a shame to say that the food served here...Having finally visited the original Gradi, it’s a shame to say that the food served here is neither authentic nor outstanding. However, the execution was generally much better...

Cucinetta

Translated directly as “Little Kitchen”, Cucinetta holds true to both their name and their Italian heritage....Translated directly as “Little Kitchen”, Cucinetta holds true to both their name and their Italian heritage. Dishing up some authentic and rustic Italian dishes that were executed impeccably...

Thirty Eight Chairs (Carlton North)

Having previously visited the original South Yarra 38 Chairs, it’s encouraging to see that the locals...Having previously visited the original South Yarra 38 Chairs, it’s encouraging to see that the locals of Carlton have welcomed traditional and authentic Italian cuisine in droves. This...

Proof Pizzeria

With a plethora of Italian eateries popping up left and right all across Melbourne, Proof Pizzeria...With a plethora of Italian eateries popping up left and right all across Melbourne, Proof Pizzeria has done remarkably to differentiate itself in its own right. Advertised as...

Ferdinand

Ferdinand brings to Melbourne’s North an authentic taste of Italy. With a simple yet well-executed menu...Ferdinand brings to Melbourne’s North an authentic taste of Italy. With a simple yet well-executed menu that utilises traditional Italian ingredients and cooking methods, like the wood-fire oven...

Pane e Pizzico

With a huge variety of pastries and cakes on offer, Pane e Pizzico provides an authentic...With a huge variety of pastries and cakes on offer, Pane e Pizzico provides an authentic taste of Italy that’s extremely hard to come by in Melbourne. From...

Pizza E Birra

While our visit to this pizzeria a couple of years back wasn’t overly impressive, it is...While our visit to this pizzeria a couple of years back wasn’t overly impressive, it is clear that under the management and oversight of new owner Giuseppe, the...