La Vecchia, open 14 years now, has not looked back since their opening in 1994. Chef Aurora Stranges, hailing from Calabria has created a unique Italian menu that strives to be different from the rest. A stunning array of daily fresh fish, meats and antipasti, La Vecchia’s old world menu is classic yet vibrant and fresh. Chef Stranges signature appetizers range from a delicate, fresh beef carpaccio - CARPACCIO LA VECCHIA  - Thinly sliced marinated beef tenderloin in a truffle essence, on a bed of arugula topped with parmiggiano cheese and fresh lemon juice, absolutely stunning. Another popular, much recommended starter is La Vecchia’s ANTIPASTO DI CASA  - Marinated vegetables, smoked salmon, seafood salad, prosciutto, goat cheese, pickled button mushrooms and warm herb focaccia. Moving on, a large menu offers many wonderful things to choose from – if pasta is your choice, LINGUINI FRUTTI DI MARE  - Mussels, clams, shrimp, scallops and calamari in a white wine tomato sauce is a highly recommended dish. Homemade gnocchi is popular, as well as La Vecchia’s unique RISOTTO LA VECCHIA - A kiwi risotto in white wine finished with jumbo tiger shrimp in a garlic lemon sauce, a sure hit at any table. La Vecchias award winning tiramisu is surely not to be missed – awarded best tiramisu by the Toronto star, it’s something you simply must try. La Vecchia is open 7 days lunch and dinner – weekend brunch menu is available as well. Enjoy an outdoor dining experience at La Vecchia, located 3 blocks north of Eglinton on Yonge. La Vecchia is a true culinary hotspot, winner of numerous awards including most memorable meal in 2007, and best first date restaurant, no wonder it has been opened for 14 years, and another 14 or more is surely in their cards.