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22www.nigoodfood.com | Guide 2013Coppi£££There was a buzz about Coppi since before it even opened its doorsin late 2012, in the heart of Belfast’s cultural hub, St Anne’s Square.Venetian tapas (‘cichetti’) have arrived in Belfast courtesy of Coppiand its sister restaurant Il Pirata – and it’s a style we can’t getenough of.Coppi has a large dining space as well as a cosy cichetti bar for bitesover a glass of Prosecco or two. The bicycle handlebar coat hooks(Fausto Coppi was a renowned cyclist in the 40s and 50s) andexposed concrete walls add to its quirky, urban, industrial vibe.Foodwise, there are little plates of perfection, from feta fritters withtruffled honey and darling pork and fennel sausages, made fromlocal meats. The pizzettas are delicious, especially the lamb andpomegranate. As for the smoked chicken, gorgonzola and walnutsalad? A fantastic combination of flavour and textures.A meal at this St Anne’s Square venue is as affordable as a singlecappuccino in Venice’s St Mark’s Square - closer to home and muchmore satisfying! Make like the great Coppi and get there fast.Get there: St Anne’s Square, Cathedral Quarter, Belfast. BT1 2LRGet in touch: t: Reservations 02890 311959 w: www.coppi.co.uk