Foodie Finds

A Conversation with Caffe Bravo’s Giovanni Morra

A true taste of Italy exists here in New Haven, and it’s just behind the doors of Caffe Bravo. A hidden gem of the East Rock neighborhood, Caffe Bravo serves up fresh pasta and delicious Italian eats, from New York Style Calamari to rich Burrata Pomodorini. This month, we caught up with Giovanni Morra, Owner and Head Chef of Caffe Bravo to chat all things culinary. Culinary Beginnings: “I learned from and worked under Chef Marco Giuliano at Strega in Branford. He is an amazing Italian chef from Naples, Italy, which is also where I am from. He guided me and taught... View Article

Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day

Cinco de Mayo Looking for Cinco de Mayo margs and elote? Visit Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill to join in the holiday fun. The bar and grill will continue their holiday tradition with lively music, exclusive food and drink specials, a new to-go margarita kit, and more. Mother’s Day Call your mother, it’s time for dinner. Mother’s Day is May 14, and you can spend the day together dining at some of New Haven’s top restaurants. Il Gabbiano is serving up a menu that is more than Mother’s Day-worthy, along with some of the best waterfront views in New Haven. Union League Cafe... View Article

New Haven Restaurant Week Spring 2023

Snackers and sommeliers, listen up! New Haven Restaurant Week returns April 16-21, featuring more than 20 of our award-winning and internationally diverse restaurants. Participating restaurants will offer a special pre-fixe multi-course menus and exclusive savings deals. Looking for a taste of Restaurant Week Spring 2023? Restaurants new to the promotion this spring include 9 Squared, 80 Proof, Il Gabbiano, and John Davenport’s. This event draws diners from every corner of Connecticut and tables fill up quickly, so be sure to book a reservation! 🍽 Be sure to follow all the NHRW action at #NewHavenRestaurantWeek