Inspired by Ina Garten’s memoir, Be Ready When the Luck Happens, one reader found the courage to turn her longtime passion for Italian cooking into reality. Guided by Ina’s wisdom—to do what you love, swing for the fences, and always be ready when luck happens—she opened her own Italian restaurant specializing in delicious pastas, with her signature dish: Creamy Mushroom Pasta.

The secret behind her pasta’s irresistible flavor?
Fresh mushrooms slowly caramelized in thyme-infused olive oil and white wine, then gently simmered in cream until perfectly velvety, creating layers of deep, savory flavor you won’t find anywhere else.

Experience this extraordinary taste during a special three-week pop-up event!

Pop-Up Event Menu

Signature Dish

• Creamy Mushroom Pasta
  Fresh mushrooms caramelized in thyme-infused olive oil and white wine, finished in a velvety cream sauce.

Pasta Selections

• Classic Spaghetti Carbonara
  Traditional Roman-style pasta with crispy pancetta, egg yolk, and Pecorino Romano.

• Penne Arrabbiata
  Penne pasta tossed in a spicy tomato and garlic sauce, topped with fresh basil.

• Pesto Linguine with Grilled Chicken
  Linguine coated in house-made basil pesto, served with tender grilled chicken breast.

• Seafood Fettuccine Alfredo
  Rich and creamy Alfredo sauce tossed with shrimp and fresh parsley.

Sides & Starters

• Garlic Herb Focaccia
  Warm house-baked focaccia topped with garlic, rosemary, and extra virgin olive oil.

• Caprese Salad
  Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, drizzled with balsamic reduction.

• Truffle Mushroom Bruschetta
  Sautéed mushrooms seasoned with truffle oil and thyme on grilled ciabatta.

Desserts

• Classic Tiramisu
  Layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream dusted with cocoa.

• Lemon Ricotta Cheesecake
  Creamy cheesecake infused with fresh lemon zest and served with seasonal berries.

Beverages

• Selection of fine Italian wines, sparkling water, and freshly brewed espresso.