LA Cucina, Riyadh's leading Italian restaurant, has been awarded the prestigious "Ospitalità Italiana" Seal in recognition of its high standards and authentic Italian cuisine. It is the first and only restaurant in the Kingdom to have received this award. Alexander Blair, General Manager, said: "It is a real honor to be recognized in this way by the Italian Embassy. We strive to be the best Italian restaurant in the Kingdom and though La Cucina has collected many awards and accolades in the past, receiving the "Ospitalità Italiana" Seal from the homeland of Italian gastronomy is extremely special. We aim, through our menu, specialist ingredients and cooking style to present a premier Italian offering in the capital. We are very lucky to have a highly skilled international culinary team and it is through their passion and dedication, that we are able to deliver such high standards and offer a truly European dining experience. Our Italian restaurant manager brings a touch of Italian flair to the service, ensuring an authentic and memorable dining experience." The "Ospitalità Italiana" Seal was purposely created to protect Italian heritage, and to show appreciation to international restaurants that strive to keep these traditions alive. The seal is awarded under a very strict evaluation process and is an international symbol of quality and authenticity. Luca Ferrari, Ambassador of Italy to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, said "I am extremely pleased to award Ristorante La Cucina with the Ospitalità Italiana – Italian Hospitality Seal. It was awarded following a strict and thorough evaluation process, carried out in Rome by the Union of Italian Chambers Abroad and ISNART (Istituto Nazionale Richerche Turistiche). Criteria takes into consideration; identity and Italian distinctiveness, reception, mise en place, kitchen, menu and gourmet offer, use of extra virgin olive oil and of products with a certified origin as well as the experience and competence of the chef and staff. La Cucina is the first Italian restaurant in Saudi Arabia to get such a prize, and I am confident that others will follow, so as to continuously improve the Italian culinary offer throughout the Kingdom." La Cucina has earned a reputation for demonstrating Italian cuisine as an art form, infused with passion and creativity. La Cucina's menu relies on seasonal ingredients used in traditional Italian cuisine and promises to serve a remarkable union of pristine flavors that are only associated with authentic and refined Italian cooking. La Cucina is open for breakfast and lunch daily, with an Italian inspired Brunch served each weekend.
