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Rustic and refined Authentic Italian cooking gets a polished update at iTalico Review by Ruth Schechter Photos by Michelle Le
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f Italian comfort food brings to mind that wayward bit of marinara sauce splattering on a checkered tablecloth as you twirl a few strands of spaghetti, you might need an update. At iTalico, California Avenue’s new Italian addition to its growing restaurant repertoire, comfort has an edge. The place has the polish and finesse of an upscale restaurant but still has the feel of a favorite neighborhood joint, the kind of place you’d take the family when you don’t feel like cooking on a weekday night. It’s friendly and casual but with a decided air of sophistication. Continued on next page
The ossobuco, slow-braised veal topped with tomatoes, is served on a bed of polenta at iTalico in Palo Alto.
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