BROCKTON – Take a trip across the ocean to taste the flavors of Italy while being a Brockton local. On this week’s episode of Brockton Eats with Alisha, we cruise the city to find pasta and great wine, then buckle up and explore new adventures.
These weekly lists of trivia and food discoveries are not restaurant reviews, but they are more than a bare-bones roundup. Staff writer Alisha St. Ciel shares tips and tricks to help Brockton-area foodies discover delicious hidden gems, old favorites, and exciting new products.
At Gourmet Italian Market, you’ll find made-to-order meals prepared right in front of you, as well as Italian imports at your fingertips. There are no dining tables, but decorative art and bright novelty items are on display. Her owner, Rosa Galeno, takes pride in selling natural foods with no preservatives.
She said Galeno is on a mission to provide healthy, sustainable food options that are rich in authentic Mediterranean style and are not only delicious but also beneficial for the body. Additionally, the shop has authentic products shipped from Italy. Our selection ranges from pasta sauces and oils to Sicilian oregano, potato gnocchi and award-winning fruit jams.
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Seafood, steaks, made-from-scratch pasta, and great cocktails await you at Giardino’s. Don’t forget my favorite dessert, creme brûlée. This steakhouse offers an extensive menu consisting of authentic pastas in white to red sauces, salads, chicken wings, pizza, and lobster served on a warm bed of buttered mashed potatoes. .
The restaurant is beautifully decorated and perfect for large parties to celebrate special occasions. The horseshoe-shaped bar has plenty of seating, and large TV monitors always show games and sporting events. If you love seafood, you must try the Lobster Shrimp Giardino. Substitute the pasta noodles for garlic aglio olio to give your pasta a delicious flavor.
Corfinio – 285 Washington St., North Easton
Looking for a piece of Italy? Well, look no further. Corfinio is an upscale restaurant with a wood-fired grill that adds a unique flavor to your food. Easton is very much modern Italy. Enjoy homemade focaccia and chilled wine in a warm atmosphere.
The restaurant serves Roman-style pasta made to order daily. Our chefs make pasta dough and sauces from scratch. According to the owner, there are no canned or processed foods in this kitchen. Everything is sourced from local farms and handmade in our kitchen. The menu includes all the essential proteins such as chicken, fish, steak and pork. From appetizers such as pasta, pizza, and salads to desserts, there is something for everyone.
Fan favorites include:
Norcina — Rigatoni, sautéed Italian sausage, Parmesan cream sauce, cracked black pepper, and truffle oil.
Lobster risotto — butter-poached lobster, Romanesco, white wine, chives, and parmesan cheese
Chicken Parmesan — Breaded and fried chicken cutlet, tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and spaghetti.
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Lucca Restaurant combines fine cuisine with a modern black and white atmosphere. The inside of the store is dark, but it has a warm atmosphere. The menu includes locally sourced burrata, roasted seafood, fresh pasta and an extensive wine list. Looking to try something new? Try the brown butter braised calamari in a spicy tomato, lemon, basil and spinach sauce and grilled bread. If you love gluten like I do, you’ll love the garlic and mozzarella bread with pomodoro sauce. Whatever you choose here, you won’t be disappointed.
Located on Brockton’s bustling Main Street, Italian Kitchen may remind you of your grandma’s kitchen. This restaurant has been in operation since his 1947 and was recently sold to Cape Cod Pizza. Although it’s famous for its meatballs and sausage, the menu has just about everything from appetizer salads to chicken parmesan subs, cheese lasagna, and stuffed ravioli. Even if you don’t have to rush to the main street for the authentic taste, you can still enjoy the family atmosphere and warm atmosphere. Oh, and don’t forget the dessert options like cold tiramisu, grape-nut pudding, and fresh cannoli.
Do you have any suggestions for food series? Email staff reporter Alisha Saint-Ciel at stciela@gannett.com.