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Eat among the stars of Italy’s golden age of cinema at La Trattoria: It’s almost too easy to walk past La Trattoria without noticing it — the Italian restaurant does little to call attention to passersby with a softly lit sign and lace curtains covering the yellowy interior. But for those in the know, it’s obvious why this restaurant has been one of Zamalek’s favorite Italian eateries since 2006. With walls decked out in black and white photos of Italy’s greatest film stars, large tables of friends or smaller corner ones with groups of three huddled together, Tony Soprano-style, the atmosphere is old school Italian warmth. Chef Augusto Rosati has designed a perfectly sized menu that packs a punch — we recommend the Ravioli Ricotta e Spinaci, full of creamy cheese and slightly tangy spinach, the fresh and lemony Branzino or the Trancio di Salmone Croccante, a pan roasted salmon filet with buttery beurre blanc — all of which will leave you in an Italian food coma. Munch your way through the breadstick basket as you go and don’t forget to end with Trattoria’s Infamous Tiramisu or their Tarte Tatin.

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