Piccolo Trattoria, a member of the Newtown community since 2001, is highlighting new menu items this fall.
Fami and Amali Elabed, the restaurant’s co-owners, designed dishes and drinks with the flavors of fall in mind. The menu features butternut squash sautéed with imported pancetta, fresh sage and walnuts in honey brown butter sauce topped with burrata cheese.
“For fall, butternut squash is the natural star,” Amali explains. “It’s earthy, slightly sweet and comforting. From there, we layered flavors and textures that balance and elevate it.”
“It’s the perfect balance of sweet, savory and nutty,” Fami adds. “You get the natural sweetness of the squash and honey, the salty depth of pancetta, the herbal lift of sage and the toasted crunch of walnuts all enveloped in silky brown butter and topped with the lush creaminess of burrata. Every bite feels layered and comforting, yet vibrant.”
Like many menu items at Piccolo’s, the dish combines classic Italian flavors with a modern twist.
“Dishes like this are a reflection of who we are: rooted in authentic Italian tradition, yet always open to creativity and seasonality,” Amali says.
The autumnal vibes continue at the bar with the Bacon Me Crazy drink: bacon fat, washed Maker’s Mark bourbon, maple syrup and Angostura bitters, garnished with a fresh piece of bacon.
“When creating cocktails, we look for ways to surprise people while still keeping drinks approachable,” Fami explains. “This one is all about balance: the smoky, savory notes of bacon play against the sweetness of the maple, while the bourbon provides warmth and body.”
According to Amali, this cocktail goes well with hearty dishes, pairing the drink’s smokiness with savory meats.
Piccolo Trattoria is known for offering authentic, elegant Italian cuisine or catering, and making each entrée from scratch. Their restaurants also are known as a destination for intimate gatherings within an atmosphere of Old World ambiance with real Italian flair, creativity and quality.
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