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Best Italian Food Catering in Los Angeles

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Here at Spumoni Restaurants, we offer catering services for your private event. Whether that being a corporate event, special event, office luncheon, or any kind of party you are planning on throwing, Spumoni can bring its catering services and make sure your guests don’t walk away with empty bellies! We offer a large selection of Italian dishes and foods to choose from, everything from vegan, gluten free, we have the foods to cover your guest’s special needs.

Getting catering services from Spumoni is very easy, all you need to do is put down your order online! With just a click of your fingertips, you’re getting the party rolling by bringing the best Italian catering to your event.

Salads and Appetizers

We offer many different types of Salads. Our Italian salad is made from Romaine and iceberg lettuce with marinated carrots. Topped off with garbanzo beans, roma tomatoes, and a delicious vinaigrette dressing to guarantee the most authentic Italian taste. Another favorite is the grilled salmon salad. It consists of grilled salmon over mixed greens, artichoke hearts, roma tomatoes and topped off with a creamy balsamic dressing. Our large bowl servings serve 10-15 people, while our full tray servings serve 16-20 people.

Another good appetizer to get is the Spumoni Appetizer Platter. It comes with a combination of cured meat cheeses with olives and artichoke hearts. This is the perfect appetizer to start, paired with some white wine, you will definitely awe your guests with the authentic Italian taste.

Entrees

Our grilled lamb chops come in two sizes;  a 1/2 tray that serves 12-15 people, and a full tray that serves 16-20 people. The lamb chops are grilled to perfection, topped with red wine marsala wine sauce. The juiciness of the meat paired with the taste of red wine is heavenly to say the least. Another good entree is the Scampi al Limone Scampi Fradiavola. This is the classic shrimp scampi dish, made with jumbo tiger shrimps in a spicy tomato sauce. If you are looking for freshness, you can taste the sea from the giant tiger shrimps, paired with the spicy tomato sauce the dish has a nice kick to it too.

Other Entree options include veal, chicken, salmon and sole. If you are looking for seafood, we highly recommend the Cioppino Mediterraneo. It is fresh fish, clams, mussels, calamari and shrimp cooked in a light tomato broth. This dish paired with some bread is the ultimate snack. Each bite in to the seafood you can taste why Spumoni has the best Italian catering in Los Angeles.

Other Traditional Italian Dishes

Look no further than Spumoni catering services. We have other authentic Italian tastes such as pastas and pizzas. We have a large selections of raviolis, lasagnas, bolognese, and pescatore options. Ingredients such as fresh cheese, clams, mushrooms will surely amaze you with the wonderful flavors we pack in these dishes! A half tray of pasta serves 10-15 people, while a full tray can serve up to 20 people.

We also have gluten-free New York Style pizzas available for those with the restricted diets. A medium 12″ has 6 slices, and a large 16″ has 8 slices. Some toppings to choose from include pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, green peppers, olives, eggplant, garlic, salami, meatballs, anchovy, Canadian bacon and pineapple, chicken, pesto, capers, goat cheese, feta cheese, basil, sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, prosciutto and smoked mozzarella. Not enough options for you? Give us a call or go online to see for yourself.

 

By the way, your first catering is free! Call us and we will provide lunch for 4 people! (1 pasta, salad, bread and drinks included). So if you are still thinking about having Italian food catered to your private event or luncheon, call us and we will make it happen!

The Origin of Tiramisu

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What is Tiramisu? The literal meaning of Tiramisu in Italian is “pick me up” or “cheer me up”. As the name implies, this is an iconic Italian dessert that is served at the end of the meal that hopefully “cheers you up”. Most of the accounts of the origin of Tiramisu points to the 1960s in the region of Veneto in Northeastern Italy, which is where the city of Venice is located. Roberto Linguanotto, owner of “Le Beccherie” of Treviso, Italy was behind the creation of the first Tiramisu. This special dessert was created in the bakery of the restaurant. Over time, people have continued to make Tiramisu and develop their own techniques of making this delicious Italian dessert.

What’s in Tiramisu?

Traditional Tiramisu consists of finger biscuits, egg yolks, sugar, coffee, mascarpone cheese and topped off with cocoa powder. Other variations include adding egg white or even liquor, to give the dessert a flavorful kick. Although the dish is traditionally made in a round shape, over time the Tiramisu has evolved into a square shape due to the limitations of the ladyfinger biscuits. Making the Tiramisu involves layering the custard on top the coffee/liquor soaked finger biscuits. This is where the Tiramisu gets its layered look.

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Tiramisu served with coffee

How is Tiramisu made?

Making Tiramisu is actually easier than it sounds. First step is to make the custard. There are many ways to doing this, the traditional way is to separate the egg white and egg yolk, mix with sugar and vanilla until the custard has a creamy texture. A substitute for eggs would be to use whipped cream. Bottom line is you need to create a fresh creamy dairy custard that holds in shape, which means the heavier the better. Once you have the custard ready, you will need the ladyfinger biscuits. Dip the biscuits in strong espresso (some people even add a little bit of wine), but be sure to not over soak it so it falls apart when you pick them up.  Then then fun part begins. Find yourself a big container (round of square) and spread the first layer of biscuits. After the biscuits are evenly distributed on the first layer, then you add on the custard. Spread the custard out evenly as the biscuits are, and then keep doing it until it fills up your container. The final step is to dust the top off with cocoa powder for the chocolate taste, and then you put the mix in the fridge for a couple hours. 2-4 hours is the ideal time for the Tiramisu, and the temperature makes the dessert even better, too.

Enjoy Tiramisu!

Tiramisu is best served cold, and when paired up with a cup of coffee or espresso, you have hit the jackpot. Nothing says “pick me up” more than a delicious Tiramisu to end a meal. Now that you have the idea of how to make your Tiramisu, go ahead and try it out in your own kitchen! If you are not the kind of person to be creating your own food and desserts, you can always come to Spumoni Restaurants to enjoy our iconic Tiramisu!

 

Best Family Friendly Restaurants in Los Angeles

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Best Family Friendly Restaurants in Santa Monica

When it comes time for a family dinner, we understand that it can be a daunting task to make it a success. Firstly, you need the perfect environment that still feels like a nice night out, but isn’t too fancy to bring the kids. You don’t want to receive unwelcome glances from fellow diners as soon as you walk in with children. Then there’s the challenge of finding a restaurant whose food will make everyone happy. Naturally, each person member will likely want to eat something different, so you need a family friendly menu with a wide range of options. Lucky for you, Spumoni checks off on all the above.

Versatile Atmosphere

Spumoni Restaurants pride themselves on the fact that the mood of their restaurant can fit whoever the diner is. The atmosphere is extremely versatile, making it a perfect destination for date night or family dinners. The tables are adorned with candles and flowers, giving it a very romantic feel if thats what you’re looking for. If its a full family affair, Spumoni has you covered there too. The restaurant is extremely family friendly, complete with children’s menus to keep the younger ones happy and entertained. Even better, Spumoni also caters to the needs of dogs for those that want to bring their furry friends to dine with them. The dog friendly outdoor dining area is even complete with doggy bowls filled with water.

Endless Options

As far as menus go, Spumoni’s is one of the most extensive in Santa Monica. There is something for everyone, no matter how picky the eater. They provide wide array of authentic Italian classics, such as minestrone soup, eggplant parmesan, and linguini with clams. These don’t even include the entire section of the menu dedicated to homemade pastas and the vast ‘gnocchi bar’. For those not in the mood for pasta, do not fear; the bases are also covered for fresh meat, fish, and salad dishes. And of course, one could never go to an Italian restaurant and not think about pizza. Aside from their general pizza menu, they also offer a category for specialty New York Style pizza. Let the adults have their wine and three course meal, while the younger members of the family can enjoy the more kid friendly options. Everyone will leave full and happy!

Entertaining Environment

Santa Monica is one of the most family friendly environments in Los Angeles. It is famous for Third Street Promenade, a charming and welcoming outdoor mall that stretches multiple blocks through Santa Monica. In addition to the wealth of stores it offers, you can also find countless restaurants, movie theaters, and other sources of entertainment. However, one of the best features of Third Street Promenade is the street performers. At almost any time of the day or night, you are guaranteed to find at least one dance group, musician, or magician within the span of the promenade. It is unbeatable, family friendly entertainment thats a perfect way to end the night after a meal at Spumoni. The two happen to be in conveniently close proximity to each other, so it wouldn’t be asking too much to take a stroll down the promenade while everyone digests their delicious meal.

Come into Spumoni’s Santa Monica location and enjoy the ideal family friendly restaurant. You’re sure to be the hero of the family and make everyone’s night!

Best Italian Food in Los Angeles

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Los Angeles, California has one of the most vibrant restaurant scenes in America. That is why you can find the best Italian food here. Los Angeles County holds more than 10 million people, full of people of different race, color, and creed. People from all over the world bring their homestyle cuisines and compete for a spot in the popping restaurant scene here. However, if you are looking for the best Italian food in LA, look no further than Spumoni Italian Restaurant. Spumoni Italian Restaurant offers authentic Italian cuisines made with the finest ingredients. Here are a couple reasons why Spumoni is the best Italian restaurant in Los Angeles.

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We have a wide selection of Pastas here at Spumoni. The pastas here are made with the freshest and best ingredients, with noodles cooked to the perfect firmness. We have carbonara, ravioli, tube pasta, half moon shaped pasta, etc. We have the selection that will surprise you with each bite you take, combined with the best sauces and broth, Spumoni sure does have the best pasta on the block.

If you are into pizzas, we have the favorites such as margherita, marinara, salami, and all kinds of fun choices! We also have a vegetarian pizza for those who are not meat-inclined. Thin crust, thick crust, just how you like it. Our pizzas are made with the best ingredients, and you can taste the freshness just like how it was in the oven! We also have New York style pizza that comes in two sizes, 12″ and 16″.

We understand that not everyone is in the mood for pizza and pastas all the time, so we also offer options such as meats, appetizers, and much more! We got lamb chops, steaks, veals for our land selection, and for seafood offerings we have sole filets, salmon, jumbo tiger shrimps. One of our favorites is the Cioppino Mediterraneo, made from fresh fish, clams, shrimps, calamari, and mussels cooked in a light tomato fish broth. Every bite you can taste the juiciness of the seafood, balanced with the light savory of the tomato fish broth.

At Spumoni Italian Restaurant, we have the best authentic Italian homestyle cuisine. That is why you can find dishes you don’t normally see at other Italian restaurants. One of our best highlights are our Gnocchis. For those who don’t know, gnocchi is a traditional Italian dish that consists of thick, small, and soft dough dumplings. These gnocchis can be customized to your liking – you can put different meats, seafood, and sauces to make your personalized gnocchi dish!

 

In conclusion, Spumoni Italian Restaurant has the best Italian food in Los Angeles. We have locations in Santa Monica, Thousand Oaks . We also offer delivery services if you live nearby one of our restaurant locations, so you would be able to order online or on your mobile phone, and enjoy the best Italian food in your own house. Still don’t believe us? Make a reservation at your nearest Spumoni Italian Restaurant and see for yourself.