Inside Fort Lauderdale's sleek Il Lugano Hotel, amid breath-taking Intracoastal views, is the sophisticated da Campo Osteria. With one of the carefully chosen wines, try Executive Chef Joseph Quinn's signature hand-pulled Mozzarella, prepared tableside. The warm cheese, bathed in salty water, has a singular texture that's elastic without being stringy, sliced and prepared one of a half-dozen ways. The "Terra" is paired with slices of exquisite Prosciutto di Parma and Sweet Figs, finished with olive oil, and silky aged balsamic vinegar. Sop it up with da Campo's fabulous bread. You can't get this dish anywhere else in South Florida.
The Quattro Formaggio (4-cheese) and signature Fig and Prosciutto Pizzas are expertly charred to crispness. Homemade pastas, like the celebrated Butternut Squash Agnolotti, shine, and the Spaghetti Pomodoro's red sauce is simply luscious, even without the tasty Jumbo Meatball! Superb Filet Mignon is perfectly seasoned and cooked, served with a mouth-watering choice of add-ons: wild mushrooms lightly draped in rich Marsala sauce; creamy Gorgonzola cheese; and a mash of celery root with a satisfying, grainy texture. Yellowtail Snapper Marsala is equally delicious, with fresh oceanic flavor and crispy, crosshatched skin. For dessert, Pumpkin Zeppole tastes like September at the San Gennaro Festival in Little Italy!
~~ portions from Broward/Palm Beach New Times
Daily Specials
Daily Chef's Specials
Upcoming Events
Chef Joseph's Mozzarella Making Classes Thursdays - 5:30 to 6:30pm (Summer 2012)
The evening starts with a glass of prosecco. Two other wine pairings will also be served and each participant leaves with a complimentary bottle of olive oil.
Class size is limited to 10 and costs $25 per person. Call 954-226-5017 to register in advance.
Bar Info
Full Liquor bar
Happy Hour:
Mon - Fri 5pm - 7pm
Drink Specials, Appetizer Specials
Entertainment
Banquet Info
On-Premise Parties up to 100 reception 65 seated plated meals. Weddings, Birthday Parties, Social Networking Events...any event will become extra special!
Services
Outdoor Smoking, Handicapped Access
