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When Va Pensiero opened in December of 1989 our goal was to
emulate the Italian tradition of hospitality and quality at the table and in the
glass. The philosophy is easy as it is straight forward - use the best local
ingredients as simply as possible and serve them with flourish and joy. As a
Tuscan cooks in Chianti, as a Neapolitan cooks on the Amalfi coast, as a
Sicilian cooks in Pantelleria, at Va Pensiero we cook as an Italian might given
the bounty of the mid west.
At Va Pensiero you will find your favorite regional
classics as you have eaten them in osterie, trattorie and ristoranti throughout
Italy. You will also find delicious food that makes the best use of local
ingredients.We import pasta, Parmigiano Reggiano, balsamic vinegar, sea salt and
Prosciutto San Daniele because they are so distinct and virtually indispensable
to the creation of a great Italian meal. We fervently believe in the inherent
quality, freshness and greatness of our regions ingredients purchased from
local, predominantly organic, farmers and friends, many of them from forgotten
or heirloom varietals. Our cheeses come from all over Italy, with several great
exceptions from all around the United States. Our desserts are like none you
have ever eaten in Italy, yet they feel and taste totally Italian. Our wine list
is one hundred percent Italian in celebration of the quality and diversity of
Italian grape varietals and vinification.
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