June 16, 2010 THE VILLADOM TIMES II & IV • Page 25 Enjoy fine dining and dancing at La Cortina Ristorante Tucked away in the Totowa section of Paterson is La Cortina Ristorante, where diners who are in the know indulge in fine food served in an elegant atmosphere. Before they enter the building, patrons enjoy valet parking -- a hint of the attentive service they will receive inside. La Cortina’s lavish décor evokes a northern Italian villa, and the experience is further enhanced by the comfortable dining room’s well-spaced tables. The exceptional service staff offers individual attention to each diner – particularly those with special requests and dietary considerations. La Cortina features a bar area, where diners are welcome to enjoy a selection from the restaurant’s own wine cellar before or after dinner. The cellar’s wines are from California, Washington State, Italy, and France. The chefs use the finest ingredients as they create traditional Italian dishes and creative variations on classic themes. Patrons are urged to relax as they await their freshly-prepared appetizers and entrées. The luncheon menu includes an assortment of hot and cold appetizers, including mozzarella Caprese, homemade fresh mozzarella cheese served with marinated roasted red peppers and prosciutto di parma drizzled with olive oil; and casalinga, sautéed mushrooms, onions, sweet sausage, and hot peppers tossed with sharp provolone cheese and tomatoes. Soups include pasta fagioli, tortellini in brodo, and a soup of the day. Salad choices include a blend of arugula, apples, walnuts, and truffle vinaigrette; string bean salad; fennel salad, served with truffle oil and shaved parmigiano reggiano cheese; and the well-loved Caesar salad. Entrees feature pasta, fish, meat, and chicken. Ask about the risotto of the day, which will be priced accordingly. Pasta choices include penne served with sautéed eggplant, onions, and fresh tomatoes; and rigatoni Bolognese. Tilapia marechiara and leek-crusted salmon are the headliners on the fish menu. Meat options include a pork chop served milanese style; veal scaloppini francese, picatta, or marsala; and chicken Cortina, chicken rollatini with roasted peppers, spinach, and fresh mozzarella in a citrus chive reduction. Dinner options are more extensive, and include a jumbo shrimp cocktail or oysters on the half shell for appetizers; angel hair pasta topped with shrimp, calamari, scallops, and assorted fish in a light marinara sauce; grilled shrimp with cannellini beans, diced tomatoes, and sautéed spinach; and a 16-ounce New York sirloin with natural au jus. The dining area at La Cortina Ristorante. Ask your server about any specials of the day. La Cortina also offers live entertainment and dancing. On Wednesdays, enjoy the stylings of Ray La Rovere at the piano and Emil Rizzo on the mandolin. Pianist Mike Constantino entertains on Saturdays. A private party room, which accommodates up to 60 people, is available. Several party package options are available. La Cortina is located at 118 Berkshire Avenue in Paterson (Totowa section). Lunch is served Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and dinner is served Monday through Thursday from 5 to 9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m. Proper attire is requested. For reservations and directions, call (973) 9421750. Additional information is available online at cortinarestaurant.com. ���������������� ��������� ������������ Open Tues-Thurs 11:30-10 Fri 11:30-11 Sat 12-11, Sun 12-10 Closed Mondays Authentic Cuisine from Spain Lunch • Dinner • Cocktails �� ����������������� ��������� ���������������� ��������������������� C • O • R •T• I • N • A R I S T O R A N T E “A HIDDEN GEM” Fine Dining For Lunch & Dinner Lunch Starts at $7.00 • Monday-Friday 11:30AM–2:30PM Dinner Starts at $12.00 • Monday-Thursday 5:00PM–9:30PM Friday & Saturday 5:00PM–10:00PM ����������������������� �������������� ������ ������������������������ ������������ ������ ������������������������ ����������� ������ ������������� ���������������������������������� ������ ������������������ ������������������������������ ����������������������������������� ������������ �������������������������������������� Dine & Dance - Live Entertainment Wednesdays: Ray La Rovere - Piano, Emil Rizzo - Mandolin Saturdays: Mike Constantino, Piano Private Party Room For Up To 60 People Call for Reservations - 973-942-1750 118 Berkshire Ave., Paterson, NJ (Totowa Section) • www.cortinarestaurant.com #1 German Restaurant in Bergen & Passaic Counties! 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