toasted ciabatta , and Arancini , crispy truffle risotto balls with an Italian cheese sauce , to Calamari , fresh deep fried squid with courgette , red pepper and garlic mayonnaise .
Traditional pizza and pasta dishes are also celebrated across the new menu , with gluten free variations available on request . Guests can devour Linguine al Gamberoni , a pasta dish comprising of succulent king prawns , courgette , chilli and flat leaf parsley , all topped with a wild red king prawn . For pizza lovers , the Capricciosa is a perfect harmony of San Marzano tomato , chestnut mushrooms , Italian roast ham , mozzarella and crispy Leccino olives .
Expert mixologists will serve up delectable cocktails inspired by the bright , exuberant Amalfi coast , featuring Iconic Aperitivo ’ s such as Negroni , Aperol Spritz and Hugo Spritz . An unrivalled wine , beer and spirits menu is also on offer , including Southern Italian Malfy gin served with its own unique garnish and choice of Fever-Tree tonic . For those wanting to enjoy alcohol-free variations , there is the Born- Again Porn Star , Raspberry and Hibiscus No-jito , Take Me South and Crodino Spritz available .
Mark Window , Head of Food Development at Individual Restaurants , said : “ Southern Italian influence is engrained in everything we do . From our warm , friendly hospitality to the abundant and rich food heritage in every dish and the decor that transports you to the heart of Naples and the Amalfi Coast .
“ The launch of this new menu encapsulates everything that ’ s so special about this beautiful part of the world and our bold dishes and big personalities have stories to tell – if the taste doesn ’ t do the talking , our passionate and friendly waiting staff will . We ’ re proud to be bringing an unforgettably authentic Italian experience to our restaurants this Autumn and Winter ”.
For a midday bite , Riva Blu has also launched a lighter two-course lunch menu , priced at just £ 20 , with a three-course set option priced at £ 25 . For more information on the new menu , visit www . rivablu . co . uk .
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