Speck

Very nice Italian food shop. I’m not Italian, but I really like their delicious food. I understand why people say they are pricy/overpriced. But the price includes their service charge as well. Food is in a jar instead of a cheap plastic container. Cutlery and napkin are wrapped neatly and tidily with a little black rubber band, like a high-end restaurant style. The design of the tiramisu container is unique, with a little spoon sitting nicely inside. You feel like you’ve been taken care of, even if it’s just a takeaway.

This neighborhood deli is a gem. The employees are so kind (Claudia, Francesco and Simona), remember me each time I come in, and great me with enthusiastic smiles on their faces. I feel so at-home every time I shop. The food is excellent. It's authentic, rich, and there's quite a variety, even though the shop is small. I love how I can get pre-made meals to-go, as I am often in a rush. They've also been very helpful with wine selection. And they've gone above and beyond, when something was out of stock, they've offered to make more/get more in the back. I look forward to seeing Claudia, Francesco and Simona every time!

Got their fresh spinach and ricotta ravioli, veal ravioli, black olive tapenade, Mortadella and extra spicy salami. Served the pasta with butter and parmesan, had the rest with some homemade sourdough and tomato and basil salad. Also got a beautiful bottle of red wine. Lovely service, can’t fault the food. Will definitely be coming back for the beef stew which looked amazing and to try some of their soups and pasta sauces. Also got a breaded chicken escalope which I couldn’t get round to eating but which I’m sure is going to be equally great. Joyous! Like going out for dinner in Italy.