Jamie Oliver to open restaurant in Wellington
20.05.12
Jamie Oliver is bringing his Italian restaurants to Wellington, with a scout looking for a site for 200 diners.
He is also planning to open his Jamie's Italian restaurants in Auckland and Queenstown.
Rustic food, seasonal ingredients, freshly made pasta and a selection of antipasto are promised in a style of dining described as high-volume and affordable.
"The Jamie's Italian menu is driven by what you'd find ordinary people eating over in Italy.
"Rustic, simple dishes, the best ingredients we could find both locally and in Italy – and seasonal too – made with care but delivered without lots of fuss," is how the Jamie's Italian website describes the experience.
Steak, and burgers are on the menu next to Osso Bucco Milanese (veal), South Coast Fritto Misto (fried fish) and "Jamie's favourite" Truffled Turkey Milanese – turkey stuffed with fontina cheese and prosciutto, topped with a fried egg and shaved truffles.
Wine is served in 500ml pichets as well as by the glass and bottle, so diners can mix and match and change wines between courses easily.
Source: Stuff.co.nz