ITALY ISSUE 140 Dec 2008

Traditional Italian home cooking blends with a refreshing modern interior to create a unique dining experience. An early 20th century warehouse has been transformed into a cosy yet modern lounge, where guests can relax with an aperitif, after-dinner drink or Sunday brunch accompanied by live classical music.

The restaurant's interior was designed by architect Marco Fournier with British manor house-style touches like tartan-lined chaise lounge, hunting trophies, vintage sofas and international magazines completing a welcoming atmosphere. The space has been transformed by fashion houses, car, publishing and telephone companies to host social events, fashion shows, television spots and photo shoots.

Cuisine is based on "grandma's traditional recipes" - select Italian dishes well prepared with top quality seasonal ingredients and given a modern twist. Prices range from 35 euro to 50 euro and the restaurant is open every day from 7pm to 2am.

Events hosted at EDA include Gucci, Krizia and GQ parties, a Land Rover dinner soirée, a Camilla al Fayed jewellery launch, and TV spots for Campari and Jageirmester.