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Originally published on Thursday, 30 October 2008

Da Scalzo Art Brasserie

As the Westfield hype ensues I thought I'd steer clear of da Bush til it's died down a bit and focus, instead, on somewhere a little more sedate.

Already adept at creating cosy, buzzy cafes where you could happily while away your hours, Enzo and Robert Scalzo, two of the brothers behind Patisserie Valerie have applied the same mediterranean know-how to their latest venture.

Taking residence in a former church hall Da Scalzo, which has a nicely laid-back vibe, has teamed up with Highgate Fine Art to combine modern European comfort food with proper grown-up art.

Start with a classic beef carpaccio, move onto grilled organic salmon, horseradish mayonnaise, new potatoes and buttered spinach and finish with panna cotta and wild berries. Or prop up the bar for an espresso (there's also a good breakfast menu) or a glass of something - there are a reassuring number of good wines on view, twelve of which you can sample by the glass.

And admire the art of course.

Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-11pm • Sat & Sun 9am-11.30pm
Place: 2 Eccleston Place, SW1W 9NE
Cost: Express Lunch • Pre Theatre Menu £14 for two courses and a glass of Prosecco
Web: dascalzo.com
Book: 020 7730 5498

 

by SL

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