52 | BOROMAG.COM | APRIL 2015 FOOD & DRINK Italian Waterfron t Italian Spanish tiles line the floors and climb the walls of the twentytwo seat bar-in-the-round at Long Island City’s newest Italian restaurant, Maiella. Behind the iconic Pepsi sign of Gantry State Park, acclaimed Chef Rocco Sacramone brings coastal Italian cuisine to the shores of New York City’s East River right on the waterfront. Here, Sacramone shares authentic Italian dishes with a modern flare using only the freshest ingredients. Named after the mountain range of Sacramone’s childhood located in Abruzzo, Italy, Maiella offers its own breathtaking views of the city. Designed by a leading New York City Architecture firm, Bluarch, the rustic space features seating for up to 180 guests inside, and almost 100 guests in the outdoor terrace facing Manhattan and Gantry State Park. Seafood and meats will be finished off in a beautiful split-level Marsal & Sons oven, where pizzas will also be fired to order on the second tier. Pastas will be made fresh in house, and dough will be mixed in a candy apple red Hobart Mixer located in the North end of the dining room visible to guests—carrying on the premium quality tradition patrons have come to know and cherish at Sacramone’s heralded Astoria restaurant, Trattoria L’Incontro. Charcuterie hangs from the ceiling above a display case that houses the restaurant’s cheeses, olive oils, and pasta. Private dining areas will be reserved for special occasions and tasting menus. Patio seating offers guests al fresco dining with unobstructed views of Manhattan. “I have owned other restaurants, but this is the one I have always dreamed about,” says co-owner Tommy Demaras. The cocktail program has been designed by renowned mixologist Padraig O’Brien of Hatchet Proof (www.hatchetproof.com). A carefully edited list of sophisticated cocktails will include a negroni utilizing house made bitters, as well as the restaurant’s namesake cocktail featuring vodka, strawberry-infused liqueur, and alkaline sparkling water. With a menu from one of New York City’s most celebrated chefs and a dining room with wall-to-wall views to match, Maiella is poised to be a tremendous addition to the ever-growing LIC waterfront. Anticipated to open later this month, you can check the website or Facebook page for up-to-date news and information. 4610 Center Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11109 (718) 606-1770 www.maiellalic.com
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