Cappello Pizzeria
- Author:
- Jackie McMillan
- Posted:
- Wednesday, 25 August 2010
So long Sojourn; Duke’s Lane’s also gone bye-bye – but this time it’s been replaced by something the good burghers of Balmain might really want! Recently renovated, like much of the suburb, the centrepiece is the imported Alfa wood-fire oven; well manned by the stylish cappello-clad owner, Ervin Mahilaj. He might be young, but he’s got a whole lot of pizza-making experience in both Italy and Haberfield. His unique and well-balanced Cappello Pizza ($22.50) with juicy Josephine pear, Italian prosciutto, Gorgonzola, rocket and Parmesan is a masterpiece. The tasty, slightly smoky crust comes from all-day proofing and a fast (just over a minute) 400 degree Celsius cook! It’s nicely complemented by a fruity, sweet and sour 2008 Falanghina Sannio ($40) from the inexpensive, Italian (or else) wine list. The broader menu is simple and well handled. Begin with a pretty plate of Capesante alle Siciliana ($20) scallops with orange, fennel and a flavour-boosting bisque. Filetto al Porcini ($30) proves a lovely piece of fillet on crisp, tasty potatoes with delicate porcini cream. Add a big bowl of Insalata di Campagna ($10.50) with pumpkin, baby pine nuts and robust spinach, and you might still squeeze in the Panna Cotta ($12) - a true ‘strawberry and cream’ delight!
Cappello Pizzeria
79 Darling Street, Balmain
Ph: (02) 9555 1333
Pizza/Italian $$-$$$
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February 3rd, 2011 @ 2:12 pm
We have been here for dinner on three different occasions and also had take away. Every time the food has been delicious, service excellent and left feeling like we had a good amount to eat.