On the menu: Meloncino

Meloncino at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town offers diners a slice of Italy in the Mother City - and as manager Paulo Carrara is quick to point out, the restaurant has gone to great lengths to provide its patrons with contemporary cuisine in the true Roman style. Head chef Andrea Volpe, sous chef Luciano Monsilio and pasta chef Roberto Di Raffaele hail from Livorno, Rome and Bologna, respectively, and bring authentic Italian flair to the kitchen. The menu reflects a dedication to flavour-driven pairings that are deceptively simple in nature. It's no-fuss food, prepared passionately by the resident trio of experts who stay true to their roots. Paulo recommended the signature dish, Osso Buco alla Romana (veal on the bone with mixed... [read full story]