Looking for a quick and tasty dinner before a night at the cinema? Or want to unwind after a day exploring St Edmunds Cathedral? Ask Italian is the perfect place to visit for simple Italian food with a fun twist.
Try the light asparagus and pancetta carbonara for a take on the classic recipe, which has been modified heavily over the years. This one has mascarpone in it (don’t tell the Italians) but we are sure it works. If you want something a little more authentic, the lasagne and penne arrabiata con pollo will hit the spot.
On top of the extensive main menu, the vegan and vegetarian menus have just as many options to choose from. Go for the vegan super-green soup packed with hearty veg. For mains, some of the pizza and pasta dishes have been modified to make them vegan friendly. Think spaghetti lentil ragu and pizza with vegan mozzarella cheese.
Lastly, let us not forget dessert. The vegan blood orange tart is award-winning, so is always a good choice. If you want something a little more fun, the baked chocolate gnocchi with a chocolate dipping sauce is a great sweet take on a savoury dish.
In Italy, family and food are one and the same, which is why you’ll find a great kids menu at Ask. Kids can create their own pizza and pasta dishes, and can choose a dessert of chocolate pizza or an ice cream sundae. You might even want to order off the kids menu yourself.
Lastly, we can’t forget drinks. You can accompany your meal with a huge selection of Italian wines and all the classic cocktails such as Negroni and Limoncello Spritz. Or for something a little different, the Italian Twinkle with Prosecco, vodka and elderflower cordial is a bubbly and refreshing treat.