VANCOUVER TRENDZ [THURSDAY]

The Garden. . .of Eden?

April 26, 2007

Transport yourself to a heavenly place and treat yourself to the experience of dining at Umberto Menghi's Il Giardino restaurant.

Whether you're basking in the glow of a sunny afternoon lunch on the beautiful vine-covered terrace, or sharing a laugh over wondrous Tuscan cuisine inside, a meal at Il Giardino feels like a vacation.

Menghi is famous for his devotion to his birthplace of Tuscany and the amazing recipes he's brought with him. Seafood, lamb, delicious starters - it's all incredible. But try the Tuscan-style half-chicken with lemon and herbs for sure. Ooh, or the jumbo prawns Provencale. No wait, you've got to have the lasagna al Ragu!

Oh heck, just try everything.

Dinner is served Monday to Saturday from 6 p.m. Lunch is available Monday to Friday beginning at 12 p.m. Be sure to make reservations.

Il Giardino, 1382 Hornby Street (at Pacific), www.umberto.com/giardino.htm

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