The secrets of Carlo Grossi's Ombra restaurant

Karen Hardy
May 11 2021 - 12:00am
Octopus, potato, green beans. Picture: Mark Chew
Octopus, potato, green beans. Picture: Mark Chew

In Venice you'll often hear the phrase Andiamo per un ombra? (Shall we go for a drink?). And it's this "ombra", the Venetian name for a small tumbler of wine, that inspired Carlo Grossi's restaurant - a modern take on an authentic Italian salumi bar right in the bustling heart of Melbourne.

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Karen Hardy

Karen Hardy

Canberra Times lifestyle reporter

I've covered a few things here at The Canberra Times over the years, from sport to education. But now I get to write about the fun stuff - where to eat, what to do, places to go, people to see. Let me know about your favourite things. Email: karen.hardy@canberratimes.com.au

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