Enhancing the Italian culinary experience at Marylebone's Nina restaurant
London's culinary scene has a new addition, with the opening of **Nina**, a restaurant that seamlessly blends old-world charm with a contemporary twist. Located at 18 Thayer St, Marylebone, the establishment is quickly becoming a must-visit destination for food lovers.
Executive Chef Tzoulio Loulai, who previously dressed Bottarga, has crafted a menu that is both refined and inviting. The dishes at Nina arrive on glass and steel plates, showcasing an inventive approach to Italian cuisine.
One of the standout dishes is the house focaccia, served with creamy parmesan butter, which sets the tone for the meal. Other highlights include cured wagyu with crunchy crystal grissini, yellowtail crudo featuring jalapeño and stracciatella, and a signature paccheri pasta with duck ragù bianco. For dessert, boozy tiramisu al cucchiaio and stracciatella burnt cheesecake are not to be missed.
The cocktail program is equally imaginative, featuring signature cocktails, playful ‘fauxtails’ for non-drinkers, and a unique trio of mini martinis called 'tinis' inspired by cigarette brands. The Marlboro spritz, served as a solid nicotine substitute, adds an unexpected element to the dining experience.
The interior design of Nina is a fusion of sun-soaked Amalfi recipes, Milanese panache, and industrial cool. It resembles the edgier design flair found in Milan's southeastern corners, but also embraces the moodiness of a British rainy day. Wabi-sabi-inspired walls, raw brickwork, a leopard-print palette, glass blocks, silver accents, quirky artworks, and a warm wooden floor create an ambiance that is both nostalgic and fresh.
Since its opening, reservations at Nina have been in high demand. The restaurant's unique concept, playful yet sophisticated approach to Italian cuisine, and electric energy have captured the hearts of London's crowd. With its outstanding share plates, crudo, and a memorable focaccia, Nina is truly the essential Italian dining experience in London.
To make a reservation or learn more about Nina, visit their website at [www.nina.london](http://www.nina.london).
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- Nina, the latest addition to London's culinary scene, offers a unique lifestyle experience that extends beyond food and drink, blending elements of fashion-and-beauty, home-and-garden, and lifestyle.
- The innovative recipes at Nina, such as the house focaccia and signature paccheri pasta, showcase a contemporary approach to cooking, making it a go-to destination for food-and-drink enthusiasts.
- The interior design of Nina, a fusion of sun-soaked Amalfi recipes, Milanese panache, and industrial cool, offers a reflection of fashion-and-beauty in its wabi-sabi-inspired walls, raw brickwork, and leopard-print palette.
