Archive for September, 2018

Why Italian is the Perfect Choice for a Family Meal

Thursday, September 27th, 2018

At Bella Cosa Restaurant, we are, not so surprisingly, big fans of Italian cuisine. Of course, it offers a huge range of delicious menu options with some of our favourite ingredients, but there are plenty of other benefits of Italian food as well. In fact, we think that it is the perfect food for the whole family to enjoy.

bella cosa italian food

Ingredients the Whole Family Will Love

There’s always a fussy eater in the family, whether they be young or old. This can make it a little challenging when you want to enjoy a meal out that each family member will love, and can also be a little tricky when you are cooking at home. However, when it comes to Italian cuisine, there are plenty of ingredients that even the fussiest of eaters will love.

 

Of course, there are plenty of vegetables, but there is also everything from pasta, to smoked meats, to smooth sauces and fresh bread. With so many delicious ingredients, there is sure to be something that each family member will love tucking into.

 

Ingredients Your Body Will Love

While you’re enjoying the fantastic flavours of Italian ingredients, your body will be loving all of their nutritional benefits. One reason why Italian food tends to be so good for you is because it is less likely to be processed. Italian cuisine places a heavy emphasis on using fresh ingredients so you get to feel the benefits of all the natural nutrients of these meals.

 

Endless Combinations

With Italian cuisine, you never have to get bored of eating the same food over and over again. There are endless combinations of ingredients, resulting in countless meal options, keeping you and the rest of your family interested. This also means that you can make sure that your family is getting plenty of different foods and is a great way of introducing them to new ones.

 

Simple to Create

When you are cooking for your family, Italian can be a fantastically simple cuisine to try out. In fact, you needn’t use pre-packaged sauces and other ingredients, even if you’re not particularly confident in the kitchen. A good tomato pasta sauce is particularly easy to whip up. Try out this recipe if you’re looking to give it a go.

 

Family Favourites

One of the best things about Italian cuisine is the fact that it features some of the best family favourites, so if you go out for a meal, you’re sure to see some of them on the menu. It’s hard to go wrong with foods such as pizza and pasta, so Italian restaurants can usually keep the whole family happy.

 

At Bella Cosa Restaurant, we serve a great selection of family favourites as well as some meals that may be a little less expected. With plenty of fresh ingredients, prepared expertly, you can be sure that you’ll be able to enjoy a fantastic meal with us.

Make sure to reserve a table online or get in touch with a member of our team if you would like to find out more.

5 Of The Best Sights in Canary Wharf

Tuesday, September 25th, 2018

Canary Wharf is one of the most iconic parts of the capital, with an instantly recognisable skyline. Within this small area of London, there is a lot to do and see, so if you come to visit us at Bella Cosa Restaurant, you can truly experience the financial area. When thinking about the best sights to see in London, you may not think of Canary Wharf at first, but there are plenty of places that we would highly recommend you visit.

canary wharf view 

One Canada Square

One Canada Square is probably the most recognisable tower in Canary Wharf and towers above the rest of the skyscrapers at 770ft tall. In fact, this was the tallest skyscraper in London for 12 years until the completion of The Shard. The building is comprised of a number of offices for businesses across a range of industries, from non-profit to finance.

 

Unfortunately, there is no viewing platform, but you can enter the ground floor, foyer area and basement levels.

one canada square

Museum of London Docklands

You can take in plenty of history when you visit the Museum of London Docklands. The museum is inside a 200-year-old warehouse and features exhibits which tell the story of the River Thames and its relationship with London throughout the years.

 

This is a great place to visit for the whole family and has plenty to keep both the adults and kids entertained.

docklands museum

Right in the middle of Canary Wharf, you may be surprised to find a beautiful, green garden, surrounded by the towering skyscrapers. Crossrail Place Roof Garden is a beautiful and unique oasis, encased in a timber-framed dome so you can view the skyline of London while surrounded by this fantastic garden.

 

There are often performances and events held at the roof garden, which is open daily until 9pm.

crossrail roof gardens

Jubilee Park

For more green space at Canary Wharf, head to Jubilee Park where you feel like you’ve stepped out of the city for a while. The park sits above the London underground, introducing a little peace and tranquillity into the area. There is a raised water channel which winds through the park, introducing nature sounds into this noisy city.

jubilee park

Canada Square Park

Perhaps surprisingly, there are more open green spaces to enjoy when you’re visiting Canary Wharf. Canada Square Park is an area of green space for the public to enjoy in the midst of some of the tallest buildings on the Isle of Dogs.

Canada Square Park is also home to the ice rink which comes to Canary Wharf every year from November until February. The ice rink is known as the best one in London and allows you to skate underneath the canopy of trees which are lit up by twinkling fairy lights.

canada square park london

When you visit Canary Wharf, there is plenty to see and do. After a day of exploring the Isle of Dogs, why not visit us at Bella Cosa Restaurant to sample some of the finest food at Canary Wharf.

You use our online reservation form to book a table or contact a member of our team if you’d like to find out more about Bella Cosa.