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“We care about the quality and freshness of the food we serve<br />
here. Our Osso Bucco is slow cooked for four hours in a wine reduction<br />
sauce with celery, onions and carrots,” adds Accarpio.<br />
And, if the crowd of people feasting on their food is any indication<br />
of its newly minted excellence then its new incarnation is holding<br />
true to its mission.<br />
If you want proof talk to Betty Pappas, who came to Cena with<br />
her friends,Nanette O’Neill and Linda Deblasio. “The salmon here<br />
is excellent, and so is the service. This is my first time eating here<br />
and I will come back.”<br />
Linda had this to say: “My Branzino alla Griglia con Verdure was<br />
fresh and grilled to perfection with grilled vegetables.” As for Nanette,<br />
it was a perfect score. The attractive snowbird sat in front<br />
of an empty plate. “You can see how much I loved the Dover Sole,<br />
it was superb. It was moist with a lemon and caper sauce that was<br />
unique and so tasty.”<br />
The salmon entrée that Betty raved about is a favorite at Cena.<br />
It’s pan-seared <strong>Atlantic</strong> Salmon in a mustard crust, served with<br />
mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach. If you’re a mashed potato<br />
connoisseur Cena has some of the best of breed – they’re creamy<br />
and luscious to the taste.<br />
Another bright spot at this romantic enclave of Italian fare is<br />
their homemade Fettuccine Bolognese. It’s outstanding – with<br />
homemade fettuccine in a fresh meat ragout with beef and veal. The<br />
flavors are delicate yet discerning with a tenderness yet a fierceness<br />
of excellence. “We make over 15 pounds of fettuccine Bolognese<br />
a day and we run out of it quite often,” said Accarpio.<br />
You can see why - it’s spectacular. So is there special of the evening,<br />
a 14-ounce center cut Veal Chop with homemade Porcini<br />
mushroom glaze and homemade mashed potatoes.<br />
Other favorites at Cena include the Veal Milanese con Arugula,<br />
Cipolla de Tropea & Ciliegino. It’s a pounded Veal Chop, breaded<br />
and fried with baby arugula, Tropea red onion and cherry tomatoes.<br />
Also popular – the Ravioli di Ricotta e Spinaci con Crema de<br />
Asparagi. This dish is made of fresh homemade Ravioli stuffed with<br />
Ricotta cheese and spinach in an asparagus cream sauce.<br />
Each evening brings a unique experience – in food choices (they<br />
have wonderful specials each day), guests and wine selection. There<br />
Plate Fried Calamari<br />
Fettuccine Bolognese<br />
is a beautiful wine cellar in full view that adds a classic Italian flair<br />
to its intimate elegant surroundings. They also have an outdoor<br />
patio that is romantic and refreshing with beautiful Bougainvillea<br />
greenery and sliders that are gently pulled up to retain the fullness<br />
and freshness of the outdoors.<br />
The beautiful artwork on the wall blends into the essence of its<br />
classic yet classy Italian roots. But it’s all perfectly planned for your<br />
enjoyment. The restaurant is intimate, yet not small – classy without<br />
pretension. It’s truly an angelic realm of Italian flavor and flair<br />
without having to make any bold claims.<br />
“I absolutely love this restaurant! The food is outstanding! Fresh<br />
homemade pasta at Cena Cucina Italiana is such a treat! We ordered<br />
the Fettuccine Bolognese and the Ravioli. Both dishes were<br />
terrific. To finish our dining experience we ordered the Tiramisu,<br />
which was divine!” said Kerri.<br />
Dessert is something to savor at Cena Cucina. Their homemade<br />
Italian Cheesecake is best of breed with a softness and flavor usually<br />
not seen in this genre. But that’s what you get when the dessert<br />
is homemade with loving hands. Also terrific is their homemade<br />
chocolate souffle with chocolate sauce (and ice-cream if you ask).<br />
According to management, “It’s not about fueling up, it’s about winding<br />
down and enjoying the people you love most, over fresh, top quality,<br />
expertly prepared meals and exquisite wines. If you’ve ever traveled to<br />
Italy you understand that Cena isn’t just a meal, it’s an event!”<br />
We couldn’t agree more.<br />
So does local businesswoman, Christina. “Met friends at Cena for<br />
dinner and the entire experience was fabulous! Yummy food, efficient<br />
yet unhurried service, great selections on the wine list and a<br />
leisurely, European paced where dinner IS the event and conversation<br />
is encouraged by the atmosphere. Cena is a little gem...I highly<br />
recommend it!”<br />
CENA CUCINA ITALIANA<br />
9 SE 7th <strong>Ave</strong>nue<br />
Delray Beach, Fl<br />
561-330-1237<br />
cenacucinaitaliana.com<br />
www.<strong>Atlantic</strong><strong>Ave</strong><strong>Magazine</strong>.com | april <strong>2019</strong> | 99
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