Experience the flavors of Italy without leaving Laguna Beach. Chef Erik De Marchi has crafted a four-course tasting menu that celebrates the soul of authentic Italian cuisine — from delicate antipasti and handmade pastas to masterfully prepared mains and decadent desserts.
Each dish is inspired by the culinary treasures you’d find traveling through Italy’s most beloved regions — a journey through tradition, technique, and taste. Chef Erik invites you to savor the essence of Italy, thoughtfully brought to life in every course.
Four courses | $75 per guest
Antipasti • Pasta • Main Course • Dessert
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OLIVER’S TASTING MENU RESERVATIONS
Reservation Policy
A $25 deposit per guest is required to secure your reservation. This amount will be applied toward the $75 tasting menu total. The remaining balance and 20% gratuity will be due at the restaurant upon checkout
Tasting Menu | January
Antipasti
Please choose one of the following options
Crostini Misti
fresh burrata & prosciutto Porcini & shintaku with fontina cheese
or
Homemade Passatelli: Chef Erik Traditional home town soup
Homemade dumplings made with bread , eggs , nutmeg, parmigiano cheese & lemon zest served in a vegetable broth
Primi
Please choose one of the following options
Risotto alla Carbonar
Carnaroli Risotto carbonara style
or
Homemade Black Squid Tagliolini
With shrimp & calamari in white wine sauce
or
Homemade Tagliatelle alla Napoletana
Pomodoro , cherry tomato, ,shallots, Ricotta & basil
Secondi
Please choose one of the following options
7 oz Pork Tomahawk
Sliced served with mustard & apple sauce
or
Mediterranean Sea Bass Filet
In lemon & Capers sauce
Dolci
Please choose one of the following options
Zabaione al Caffe
Egg yolks, sugar, marsala wine whisked over heat. Then fold in double cream
or
Profitterolo
Puff pastries, pastry cream, warm chocolate ganache