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Italian starters

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What is calamari?

A plate of golden fried squid with a squeeze of lemon is one of the great Mediterranean starters, and one of the easiest to share. Baby calamari is on the starters list at Fiena, our family-run Italian cafe, bar and restaurant at 4 Medway Court, Judd Street, London WC1H 9QX, a...

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What is funghi al forno?

It's one of the quieter names on our starters list, but it's well worth a look if you're vegetarian or simply love mushrooms. Funghi al forno is on the menu ...

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What is bruschetta?

Crisp toasted bread, ripe tomato, garlic and good olive oil: bruschetta is one of the simplest things you can eat in an Italian restaurant, and one of the be...

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What are arancini?

If you've seen arancini on an Italian menu and wondered what turns up, here's the short answer: golden, crisp balls of rice with a filling in the middle. The...

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