Capriccio

Family and food are two of the most important ingredients in Italian culture, so it’s only natural that they go together like spaghetti and meatballs. Calgary’s newest culinary edition, Capriccio, is a fresh incarnation of the tried-and-true family-owned Italian restaurant. Manager Vincenzo Izzo can be seen schmoozing with customers while his daughter, Sara, seats people; even his granddaughter, Maria Elena, pours water and busses tables. The love of family is felt all through the place and helps create a warm, comfortable atmosphere.



The location was the Vagabondo Restaurant for thirteen years before the Izzos moved in. Slight, decorative renovations were done to the 54-seat dining room. Fresh new tablecloths and curtains make the room look crisp and new. Wall decorations and bronze napkins add a bit of ambiance to the fresh feel. The real work was done on the kitchen, which is brand spanking new. Chef Salvatore Velotti (Da Paolo Ristorante) had a clean slate to create the menu from and he didn’t disappoint.