![]() Phoenicians (an actual demonym for people from Phoenix) have not only reveled in nationally acclaimed food, but in a dining experience wholly unlike any other in downtown Phoenix. Given an opportunity to take Elena and her family for a meal, I would probably take her to Cibo, an aptly named Italian restaurant that’s been feeding families since 2005. Elena Davis’s writing indicates she shares my sentiment in understanding the importance not only of food, but in experiential aspects such as dining with people you love. I’m blessed to share most of my meals with my beautiful bride and with great friends and that in itself makes a meal special. With whom you’re dining (outside a restaurant’s control) has as much to do with a great meal as the food, service and ambiance. Aside from the food (obviously), service and ambiance, I touted the experiential aspects of a meal. In a recent interview with the lovely Terry Travis, the engaging hostess of KKOB’s The Weekend program, she asked me what makes a restaurant great. Mangia is a term of love all on its own.” If that doesn’t bring a tear to your eyes, maybe you need a trip to Oz so the wizard can give you a myocardial tune-up. If I am not mistaken, Italians say “mangia” more than they say “ti amo,” (I love you). It is one of the most common words in the Italian language. The word Mangia (verb: mangiare), pronounced man-juh, definition: eat-up!!” Yes, you literally say it with exclamation points with your hands in the air. Take this paragraph: “ In Italy, if we aren’t eating, we are probably talking about eating. Hmm, maybe I should have been born Italian?Īs a gastronomo prolifico (the Italian AND Spanish translation for both words), I feel a profound connection to Elena Davis who writes the fabulous blog Cucina by Elena in which she shares recipes and memories of having grown up in Lo Stivale. For example, the Italian term “ mangia” means “eat up” (naturally, it’s one of my favorite Italian words) while perhaps its closest Spanish equivalent is “ come.” Another Italian culinary term every self-respecting gastronome recognizes is “ cibo” which translates in English to “food.” In Italy, life revolves around the preparation and enjoyment of good food (cibo buono). ![]() ![]() That is, they don’t have the same etymology or derivation. Alas, not all Spanish and Italian terms are lexical cognates. Because Spanish was my first language, if spoken slowly enough I can probably understand thirty-percent of what is spoken in Italian. Inasmuch as they’re both Romance languages, there are a lot of similarities between Spanish and Italian. You are required to choose one of our three party menus.Ĭheck out our large party menus here.Cibo, One of the Best Pizza Restaurants in the Country Thank you for your interest and continued support of our small, family owned business! If you have any specific questions regarding the carriage house or you Michelle at There is a $100 deposit required to reserve. We will continue to monitor the Maricopa and Phoenix data and regulations to ensure the safety of all parties. If we need to cancel due to Covid or you need to cancel because of Covid we will refund your $100 deposit in full. Drink service will be provided by going up to the bar area either inside or at the window of the outdoor kitchen. Seating for guests will be on the outdoor carriage patio tables. ![]() Menus are priced per person and do not include the additional 8.6% tax, 20% gratuity and $150 rental fee.įood will be served family style at your table and in courses. There is a $500 food and beverage minimum to rent the carriage house.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |