Riva Blu invites guests to experience festive celebrations filled with warmth, comfort and traditions going back generations.
Embrace the cosy, nostalgic charm of this year’s ‘Nonna-core’ trend and enjoy Christmas at Riva Blu with meals steeped in family-heritage, togetherness, homecooked flavours and heart-warming memories.
Transporting guests straight back to the Italian sun, Nonna-core is a mood, a fashion vibe and a décor statement, almost like a warm nostalgic hug from Nonna herself.
Riva Blu’s festive decor brings the warm, homey feel with personal touches, and embraces the big Italian energy of a true family Christmas.
In true Nonna style, Riva Blu’s Christmas menu features classic Italian dishes crafted with love and care just like Nonna makes.
From rich, comforting pasta dishes to traditional Christmas dinner with an Italian twist, every dish to select from evokes the spirit of Italian tradition and the joy of sharing a meal with loved ones.
For £50, guests can enjoy three courses and choose from five antipasti options including Bruschetta Pomodoro, toasted sourdough with vine-ripened tomatoes, garlic, oregano and fresh basil, and Burrata, Apulian creamy mozzarella, cavolo nero, almond presto, smoked almonds and kale.
As a secondi, choose from eight options including Arrosto Di Tacchino, oven roast turkey, apricot and chestnut stuffing, pigs in blankets, roasting gravy and cranberry sauce, served with roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables for the table, and Lasagna Contadina, slow-cooked vegetable ragu, soya bechamel, tomato, plant-based cheese and fresh basil.
To finish, five Dolci options include traditional Tiramisu Di Natale, espresso soaked panettone, festive brandy cream, brandy custard and almond brittle, or Tortino Al Cioccolato, warm chocolate fondant, chocolate sauce, vanilla ice cream and crushed amaretti.
Whether you’re gathering with family or enjoying a celebratory Christmas meal with friends, Riva Blu shares in the feeling of love, warmth and traditions passed down through the years.
Andrew Garton, CEO of Individual Restaurants, said: “At Riva Blu, Christmas is loud, joyful and full of love, just like an Italian family celebration.
“With this year’s ‘Nonna-core’ trend bringing nostalgic comfort into the spotlight, we’ve crafted a festive experience that feels like a warm hug from Nonna herself: generous plates, homely flavours and an atmosphere filled with love, laughter and tradition.”
For more information or to book for the festive menu, visit rivablu.co.uk
Dining and Cooking