Catering for New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve is a fun night of celebration but it can also be a dangerous night to go out. As we approach a new year and a new era, everyone seems to focus on their finances, especially after Christmas has surpassed, but this doesn’t mean catering your New Year's Eve party should be out of the question.

It is probably better to stay in and host a party in your home instead of going out and worrying about drunk drivers and overcrowded bars. With that being said, if you want to enjoy the event instead of being trapped in your kitchen, you will need the help of a good caterer. For this New Year’s Eve, give yourself some quality bonding time with your friends and family (as well as having as much champagne as you want) and allow La Bottega of Farmingdale to cater and handle all the food.

A party full of friends and family calls for a whole assortment of friendly dishes for both children and adults. Pizza and chicken are called the “old reliables” for a reason, but don’t forget to get some healthy snacks too! The health fanatics out there will thank you later for those organic hors d’oeuvres.

La Bottega of Farmingdale has the perfect menu for those delicious bites if you are in need of any help with food this season. A few recommendations from our world-class menu is penne pasta tossed in a fresh mild marinara with garlic and oil, Mozzarella Basilico on bruschetta, spiedini on skewered, shrimp, and many others.

We are happy to deliver a complete catering event for your News Year’s Eve Party. Don’t hesitate to call La Bottega of Farmingdale today and give your friends and family something to talk about the entire year!

Christmas Dinner Must Haves

The perfect Christmas dinners are joyful, fun, and even a bit formal. As experts (such your Grandma) will tell you, cooking a flawless meal is only half the struggle. It can be difficult to figure out the number of heritages still eating fish on Christmas Eve as most of us are biased and what's traditional in our own house becomes the only tradition. It is nice to give yourself a break on Christmas Eve before indulging in all the different meats Christmas day.

One of the most popular Christmas Eve dishes is fish. In most cases, this is a Catholic tradition related to the Feast of the Seven Fishes. Some Catholics still include seven different fishes in the meal. Salmon, shrimp, tilapia, mussels and clams are common foods for Christmas Eve dishes. A fresh battered salmon with white wine, lemon and parsley dish is perfect for a Christmas Eve plate.

This season of celebrating is a busy one. Your work usually starts with decorating and ends with dessert. Certain possessions mark this time of year in almost every holiday celebrated in these festive months: family, tradition and of course, enjoyable food. Between the madness of Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday, it may not be easy to sit down and appreciate the great moments during this time of year. One way to make less of all the stress is to cater for the Christmas holiday. By catering your Christmas party, it allows yourself to participate in the celebrations with your loved ones rather than spending time over preparing gourmet dishes of food.

New Yorkers do everything extensive—particularly holiday food. Throughout the holiday months, restaurants will cater for your festivities. La Bottega, located in Farmingdale, will cater fresh foods for you and your family to ease the stress.

It's All About the Bread!

Which part of a sandwich is most important? Without the perfect bread, however, the sandwich will always fall short. There are a wide range of breads that can be used for sandwiches, including whole wheat, ciabatta, krispina, round rustic, and rustic hero, just to name a few. These breads are the staples of a perfect panini.

A panini is a grilled sandwich using breads different from plain ‘ol sliced breads, such as the ones listed above. Sliced bread should not be used for a panini as it is harder for it to withstand the weight of a press or skillet and therefore creating a flatter sandwich (and not in a good way!)

The perfect panini is created using a bread that is able to stand on its own because light and airy bread can become flat and dry. The more dense the bread, the higher chance it has of being a better panini. Although it is an important part of the process, there is no need to use a panini press as you can grill your sandwich in a large skillet and place a smaller, heavier skillet on top of the sandwich. Wetter ingredients, such as tomatoes and grilled vegetables, should be sandwiched between meats to ensure the bread stays crisp and ingredients such as iceberg lettuce should be put on the sandwich afterward to ensure freshness.

The bread we use at La Bottega of Farmingdale for our paninis include the deliciously dense bread mentioned above and we expertly prepare them every time for our guests. The secret to a perfect panini is in the bread so stop by La Bottega of Farmingdale today to taste the difference!   

Holiday Party Catering

This season of celebrating is a busy one. Amid all the festivities, your work begins with decorating and ends with dessert. Certain things mark this time of year in almost every holiday celebrated in these chilly months: family, tradition and of course, delectable dishes. Between the chaos and madness of Black Friday and Cyber Monday and the in-laws to entertain, it may not be easy to slow down and relish the special moments during this magical time of year. One way to reduce this stress is to consider catering your holiday events. Allow yourself to indulge in the celebrations with your loved ones rather than spending time stressing over preparing perfect plates of food.

At La Bottega of Farmingdale, we value family and friends, and there is no better way to celebrate than with sharing a delicious meal with loved ones. Start a new family tradition by trusting La Bottega to prepare expertly crafted Italian fare for your holiday event. Our catering can be delivered, or picked up and is always prepared fresh and served hot. You can rely on us to provide great dishes that taste amazing and are presented beautifully and we can even recommend off-premise professional wait staff to serve at your party. Our gourmet catering menu can accommodate all tastes and includes everything you need such as salads, hors d’oeuvres, pastas, entrees and of course, our famous paninis.

Let La Bottega of Farmingdale take on the hard work so you can enjoy your time decorating and opening gifts with your family and loved ones. Your guests will be impressed by the appetizing Italian cuisine and you will have more time to focus on the more important things this holiday season. Get the most out of the holidays by making La Bottega of Farmingdale your new favorite tradition.

Buon Natale and Happy Holidays!

What Makes for Great Takeout?

Takeout food is a great option for those nights when you want to relax at home but want to experience the pleasures of dining out. As we head into the cold winter months, enjoying a meal in the comforts of your own home can be a great feeling.

A large menu can be important when selecting a restaurant to take out dinner from as a restaurant with a wide variety of food is critical for pleasing everyone in the family. A good restaurant will have a lot to offer, including sandwiches such as paninis, soups and salads for an appetizer or meal, pasta dishes, and of course, dessert.

La Bottega of Farmingdale offers that and much more! In addition to those options, we also offer pizzettes, traditional italian dishes, traditional entrees, kids meals, and many vegetarian and gluten-free options. You can truly please everyone!

Another aspect to consider is the menu offerings. Everyone finds different foods comforting, but most find hearty and creamy foods to be the best when at home. Soups such as crème de broccoli or minestrone are great options to consider.

Soup is a great winter meal and it can be eaten as a main dish or as a great appetizer. La Bottega of Farmingdale has perfected the warm-pressed panini, and we now offer nearly 60 different menu options ranging from traditional to gluten-free. There is a panini for every palate!

Our dessert menu includes nutella panino or our flourless chocolate cake, and you will feel completely satisfied for the rest of the night. Just like dining in, take out is an experience! Truly enjoying a meal at the comfort of your own pace is a great thing.

Comfort Food

Everyone has their comfort foods, whether it be chicken and potatoes, a dish of pasta, or a classic burger with a side of cheese fries. We all have that one type of food that we go to when we're, upset, angry, lazy, or just in the mood to just chew.

But what if you’re not in the mood to cook? How about an Italian restaurant with a menu that changes daily? At La Bottega of Farmingdale, we are dedicated to keeping a varied menu using only the freshest ingredients.

When it comes to guilty pleasures, what brings us more pleasure than a cheesy slice of pizza? And let's be honest, for most of us, pizza is the ultimate comfort food! All of our food is preservative-free and made fresh daily. Our menu offers a variety of hot dishes, salads, soups, classic paninis, and of course, pizza. It is our commitment at La Bottega of Farmingdale to serve you truly authentic Italian food.

Another great comfort food for when you’re feeling under the weather is a bowl of hot soup to help free us from the chills of our season colds. What brings more joy than soup and crackers when sick? Here are some of the soups that we found to be unforgettable ones: traditional Italian soups such as the Minestrone Lenticchia (which is made with lentils), Zuppa di Pollo, an Italian chicken soup with pasta and cheese, or tortellini in brodo, a stuffed pasta in broth. We also offer countless classics, such as crème of broccoli or vegetable chicken noodle soup, for those more choosy or less exotic.

Even if you are not sick, a cup of soup and a panini can only make you feel better! Paninis have always been a huge part of Italian cuisine and is a great comfort food due the many recipes incorporating different flavors and textures. La Bottega of Farmingdale has a variety of panini’s to choose from, and is just one of the many reasons to come on down and give our authentic Italian cuisine a shot!

What Makes for a Great Catering Experience?

It’s no secret that food can make or break an event, but the menu, presentation, time, and service also have to be in perfect accordance with each other. People often wonder what qualities make a great catering service. All great caterers possess a wealth of qualities related to their craft, but what’s the most important quality making the experience unforgettable is the recognition of a client’s needs and the compliance to fulfill them.

Whether the event is a business meeting, a family get together, or a celebration with friends, a person planning an event and seeking out a catering service desires workers that are educated in the field, possess good work ethics, and have a firm understanding of time management. If you have a plan for an event, it is best to seek out a catering service that will serve as your vision.

The first step is to communicate with your caterer and make sure he or she fully understands your vision and make sure he can parlay that vision into action. A bad catering experience can not only poorly represent the restaurant, but it can also poorly represent the person who is planning the event or celebration. A caterer may also be in charge of some décor, table arrangements, and food presentation. Setting up, running orders, and clearing the dining room all fall under the task of a caterer.

The catering menu at La Bottega of Farmingdale will be able to match your vision and provide your party or event with world-class food and service. We offer a variety of delicious foods, ranging from vegetarian and gluten free dishes and are able to provide substantial portions of food for a reasonable price.

Gaze through our catering menu as we offer over sixty different gourmet foods. Choose from over twenty-five salads, a variety of homemade soups, and our chef’s specialties featuring many different main courses and pastas.

The Secret Behind a Perfect Panini!

A panini is a grilled pressed sandwich that originated in Italy. These sandwiches are assembled cold and then pressed for the optimal amount of time.

Sometimes there are sandwiches we just eat because we're hungry and then there are sandwiches we get excited about eating. The latter of these two are almost always grilled -- like a panini. Generally, food is more appetizing when it's toasted golden brown and filled with delicious melted cheese. We all know the panini will always win over the lifeless un-grilled sandwich, but how do you get it crisped so perfectly?

There are three main components of a panini: bread, cheese, and all the extras (meats, condiments, spreads, vegetables, etc.). But the panini is more than just a fancy name for a grilled cheese. When crafted with quality ingredients, the finished grilled sandwich is bursting with flavor. One of the best attributes of a panini is that they’re infinitely versatile and customizable to whatever you like.

For that night when you just don’t feel like slaving in a kitchen, make it a panini night!

How could you tell the Panini is done when cooking it at home? By the sizzle of a whole lot of cheese that escapes and bubbles all over the grates! However, due to the fact that you cannot regulate the height of the grill, the sandwich becomes too squished and causes the cheese to ooze more than would be desired.

While sandwiches are great, warm sandwiches are even better. La Bottega of Farmingdale has all the right fixings; fresh meats, juicy tomatoes, melted cheese, flavorful pesto, and crispy breads. For example, the Chicken Trieste Panini from La Bottega of Farmingdale is perfect for any occasion. Your favorite grilled chicken gets a boost from black olive peste, grilled zucchini, and melted mozzarella on a fresh ciabatta roll.

At the end of the day: who is better to do it than La Bottega of Farmingdale?

Benefits of Eating Soup

Soup can be enjoyed with a meal or even as one! A bowl of soup is packed full of nutrients and highly regarded for it’s health benefits.

Some of the many health benefits to eating soup are as follows:

Vegetables

Vegetables are the main ingredient in a large number of soup recipes. Eating vegetables is part of a healthy diet and veggie soups are highly recommended. The American Heart Association recommends adults consume eight or more servings of fruits and vegetables every day and soups can contribute to that total. Almost any vegetable lends itself to use in soup, from creamy squash or tomato bisques, to beef or chicken vegetable soup.

Nutrients         

A bowl of soup as a meal can make you feel much more energized, full, and take a few inches off that waistline! Soups made with beans and lean meats, such as fish, provide fiber and lean protein. Tomato soup is a very popular choice and is a good source of lycopene, an antioxidant helping reduce the risk of cancer, particularly prostate cancer. Vegetables in soup contain Vitamin A and C and cream soups supply both calcium and Vitamin D.

Filling

A bowl of hearty soup is a comfort food that will fill you right up! Soup is mainly made of water and fills you up without the calories. The Volumetrics Weight Control Plan, a book published by Barbara J. Rolls in 2000, explains how eating soup and other high-volume, low-calorie foods can help you lose weight.

At La Bottega of Farmingdale, we have a variety of delicious soups to keep you warm on these brisk autumn nights. We offer traditional Italian soups such as the Minestrone Lenticchia (made with Lentils), Zuppa di Pollo (an Italian chicken soup with pasta and cheese), or tortellini in brodo (a stuffed pasta in broth). For the pickier eaters, La Bottega of Farmingdale offers timeless classics such as crème of broccoli or vegetable chicken noodle soup. Our most popular soup, the Zucca Butternut Squash Soup, provides the delicious flavors of autumn in a light and healthy way!

Eating in Farmingdale

Cruising through Main Street in Farmingdale can get a little hectic, especially when you’re hungry and there are so many different types of eateries to choose from. Any possible option you can think of is on Main Street, from Italian, Continental, Chinese, Japanese, European, and Mediterranean. You name it, and Main Street has it.

La Bottega is also located on Main Street and it offers many different variations of Italian food. This restaurant was created to introduce the authentic tastes of Italy with an American flair and focuses on quality house-made ingredients, assembled to order, and served as fresh as possible.

Looking to eat healthy or gluten-free? There are delicious gluten-free options that residents of Long Island have come to discover and love. An example of one of our gluten-free dishes is salmon with baby spinach, endive, red pears, toasted pecans, roasted beets and cherry tomatoes with a raspberry vinaigrette dressing. If you’re not into fish, they also offer a wide variety of delicious paninis, including a portabello mushrooms and mozzarella with tomato, basil, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic dressing. La Bottega also offers an Angus steak with mixed greens and cherry tomatoes. For dessert, top it off with some delicious gelato to fulfill your italian cravings. We also offer our world-famous margherita pizzette, a symbol of Italian culture for years.

Gaze through the menu and feast your eyes on our sixty gourmet Panini’s, twenty-five salads, a variety of homemade soups, and our chef’s specialties featuring many different main courses and pastas. Not only is the food to die for, but it’s very reasonably priced. No reservations required! Just walk right in and enjoy our version of Italy with the La Bottega staff!

Chicken Noodle Soup

With the changing of the seasons comes a reemergence of our favorite fall foods! Of all the classic foods associated with autumn, the most popular has to be chicken noodle soup. Whether it’s a handed-down family recipe or straight out of the can, it’s hard not to appreciate the old nostalgic feeling associated with this simple but hearty meal. Chicken noodle soup has fan base worldwide and is deeply routed in many different cultures.

While chicken noodle soup is often prepared differently depending on the style of cooking, the overall process usually stays the same. The soup is made by simmering chicken in water and mixing in a variety other ingredients. The broth is clear with pieces of chicken, vegetables, and noodles. In many countries, it is considered a comfort food and has acquired a reputation of a folk remedy for various illnesses.

Chicken noodle soup is often associated with the changing of the seasons because it has been believed to possess medicinal properties for centuries. Originally, chicken soup and noodle soup started off as different foods, both used for medicinal purposes in ancient times, with the former being used in ancient Greece. Physicians and philosophers believed that chicken soup cured everything from bedwetting to leprosy. As for noodle soup, it’s been around as early as the thirteenth century in Asia. In the 1700’s, Italians fed noodle soup to the sick because it is digested easily. In 1934, Campbell’s combined the two foods and was accredited for the creation of the now famous chicken noodle.

Chicken based soups are extremely popular and different spins are put on the classic chicken noodle soup in order to spice it up a bit! Any soup fan can find something to enjoy in our wide variety here at La Bottega of Farmingdale. The cold weather for us means we can keep our customers warm with a nice bowl of soup!

The Best Fall Wines

With the season changing and the leaves turning colors, what is better than switching up the type of wine you drink. The best fall wines this season to drink are full-bodied whites and light-to-medium bodied reds.

A wine body is broken down into three different groups: light body, medium body and full body. There are many different aspects that influence how the wine is categorized but the main factor is the alcohol. The more alcohol in the wine the heavier the body and the more fuller it tastes.

When wine is under 12.5 % alcohol it said to be light bodied, wines between 12.5 % and 13.5 % are considered to be medium-bodied, and any wine over 13.5 % is considered to be full-bodied.

This season the best full-bodied white wines to drink are Oaked Chardonnay, Unoaked Chardonnay, Roussane and Viognier. Each of these white wines are top choices of crisp full-bodied whites that you should drink.

Some light to medium reds that are a must for this fall are Soft Red Blend, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Syruh and Merlot. Each of theses reds differ in that some give you a sweeter flavor and others give a more dry taste. All are equally as good as the next and are perfect for this fall weather!

Another way to choose your wine between a red and a white is to go by what you are eating. When eating white meat such as chicken or turkey you should pair it with a white wine. When eating dark meat you should pair it with a medium bodied red wine.  

With the beginning of a new season, it is the perfect time to try something new! Trying a new wine to match the fall season is a perfect start for change, and the best one’s to try for this season are the full-bodied whites and light-to-medium bodied reds.

Bruschetta

Bruschetta, a word once used to describe a piece of toast rubbed and drizzled in garlic and olive oil, has come to mean several different things over the years. There are many different types of bruschetta toppings, including chopped tomatoes and basil, and they are always served on a single piece of toasted or grilled bread. While some people insist bruschetta must be topped with olive oil, toppings can vary from recipe to recipe.

In its most basic form, bruschetta is a piece of bread grilled on a wood fire and rubbed with a cut of garlic. A traditional Italian appetizer, the bread slices are rubbed with olive oil and topped with diced tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper and served warm with melted cheese on top.

With the change of seasons, our appetites change as well, and if you are ready for something a bit heartier, La Bottega of Farmingdale offers a variety of delicious bruschetta. No food is as robust as this classic Italian fare.

A number of bruschetta variations are available today. Classic Bruschetta, which consists of tomato, garlic and fresh basil, is the most common. Mozzarella, roasted peppers and basil pesto is another well-known variant. For non-tomato fans, goat cheese, golden raisins and walnuts are added to the recipe as a complementary flavor. Seared steak is also available, including the addition of roasted jumbo shrimp with hot peppers.

All You Need to Know About Tiramisu

Dessert after a meal often marks a special occasion. Italian desserts are notable for presenting lavish arrangement of ingredients as well as unforgettable flavors, and of the most popular is tiramisu.

Tiramisu can be described as a creamy layered dessert with a jamocha flavor aftertaste. Everybody knows how much Italians love and value their food, and tiramisu is one of their best imports. Tiramisu layers espresso-soaked savoiardi—another name for crisp, sugary ladyfinger cookies—with a heavenly mixture of whipped cream, mascarpone cheese, and a cooked egg, sugar, and Marsala wine mixture called zabaglione.

If you are looking for this delicious dessert, you do not have to look no further than La Bottega Farmingdale.

An intense, yet refined, dish emerges through the grouping of these diverse ingredients. The delicate flavor of the mascarpone cheese and Italian custard are blended in with the robust presence of espresso and the sharpness of cocoa powder. When all these flavors come together, it brings forth a velvety texture providing an indulgent treat.

A number of tiramisu variations are available today. Chocolate tiramisu is a popular alternative which replaces the coffee flavor with chocolate. Fruit tiramisu is another well-known variant. Berries, peaches, and other fruits are added to the recipe as a complementary flavor. Frozen tiramisu recipes are also available, including the addition of gelato, frozen yogurt or ice cream in place of the custard. The popularity of tiramisu over the last couple of decades has prompted bakers to adapt the essential ingredients used in the dish for a number of recipes such as cakes, ice creams, cheesecakes and puddings.

Specialty Pizzette

Football season is here, and because of this, we are going to jump on the bandwagon and offer an Italian appetizer anyone can enjoy before, during, or after the game. This delicious appetizer or meal is called a pizzette, and the best part about it is no pots or pans are necessary!

For those not familiar with a pizzette, it is essentially a pizza, but smaller and healthier. The simple reason they are so thin. That reason is simple. People love pizza right? Be it take-out, homemade, served at the greatest pizzeria in town or even frozen, everyone loves it. So why not enjoy a thin crusted pie of pizzettes for a reasonable price?

Everyone loves pizza, right? Be it take-out, homemade, served from the best pizzeria in town, or, dare we say frozen, the cheese and sauce on a crust is a staple of our society. A pizette, on the other hand, offers the same thin-crusted deliciousness of a pizza, except bite-sized and a lot less pricier!

Here at La Bottega Farmingdale, we offer tasty food with a pleasant atmosphere, and the pizzettes are one of our specialties. It took only one tiny crisp of parmacotto artichoke hearts with sundried tomatoes on margherita pizza to remember some of the best meals in the world are deceptively simple. Why settle for a simple piece of pepperoni pizza when you can get better, healthier ingredients for a much better price? Don't like artichoke? No problem! At La Bottega Farmingdale, we have over ten different pizzettes to choose from, from sweet italian sausage to oven roasted chicken, and even sauteed spinach for all you vegetarians out there!

At La Bottega Farmingdale, we give you the option of coming in to dine at our restaurant or having us deliver our delicious food to you! We also have catering options available. Isn’t is about time you try something new and indulge yourselves with our huge variety of famous specialty pizzettes?

A Taste of Autumn

As the summer heat transitions into an autumn breeze, and the leaves begin to turn shades of red, orange, and yellow, the fruits and vegetables growing in our gardens go through some changes as well. Fall brings the largest and most bountiful harvest of the year, with many cultures and religions celebrating holidays and festivals where food is the main attraction. Some of the most essential fruits and vegetables are harvested in the fall, including apples, pumpkins, zucchini, beets, eggplant, beans, potatoes, and squash.

With so many delicious crops being harvested in the Fall, right now is the best time to get a taste while they are in season. Eggplant and zucchini, two main staples of any Italian kitchen, are in season in the late summer and early Fall in most climates, and at La Bottega of Farmingdale, are a main ingredient in many of our delicious vegetarian paninis. The Foggia, Sicilia, and Potenza all use eggplant and is an excellent choice for both plant and meat lovers alike.

Zucchini is another great tasting and incredibly healthy vegetable packed with nutrients, containing a low calorie count and no saturated fats or cholesterol. La Bottega of Farmingdale uses zucchini in two of our legendary vegetarian dishes, the Terra and the Quattro Formaggi. For all the chicken lovers out there, the Trieste combines grilled chicken with zucchini, mozzarella, and black-olive paste on ciabatta bread, and the Cuneo subs out the black-olive paste for roasted peppers, another staple of the fall harvest.

La Bottega of Farmingdale also offers a wide variety of chicken, steak, turkey, and seafood salads with delicious autumn vegetables. Our salads contain a wide range of fall fruits and vegetables, from beets, artichokes, and peppers to squash, carrots, and chicories. Come down to La Bottega of Farmingdale and try out everything the autumn harvest has to offer.

The importance of incorporating soup in your diet this autumn

As we begin to adjust to the cooler temperatures this fall, the perfect meal or addition to any meal is a hearty bowl of soup. Vegetables including pumpkins, butternut squash, and broccoli are in season right now, making it the perfect time start incorporating soup in your diet.

Vegetables in season are often at it’s freshest and most nutritious. The average adult should be consuming 7 or more cups of fruit or vegetables daily which can be made achievable when adding vegetable soups into your diet.

Whether you like to make your soup at home or order at a restaurant, there is a lot of options to choose from. Butternut Squash Soup, also known as Zuppa di Zucca, is a popular soup dish for the season. Butternut squash is a nutrient packed vegetable; high in fiber, vitamin A (an antioxidant), B-group vitamins such as thiamin and vitamin b-6, and low in calories and fat. At La Bottega of Farmingdale, pair this soup with one of their artisan paninis, such as the the Gubbio, which has roasted portobello, goat cheese, basil pesto, and roasted pepper on whole wheat bread, or the Como, which has imported smoked prosciutto, fontina, baby arugula on ciabatta bread.

Another popular soup dish is the Broccoli Cream Soup, also known as Crema di Broccoli. Creamy in consistency, broccoli serves as the main ingredient in this dish. Broccoli is also a nutrient packed vegetable; high in fiber, vitamin C, folic acid, and potassium, and low in calories and fat. This soup is a very delicious way of incorporating more nutrients in your diet. Try this soup with the Torino panini, featuring slowly roasted porchetta, mozzarella, tomato, and baby arugula on rustic bread, or one of their Brushette’s such as the Mozzarella Basilico.

Another very popular soup dish is the chicken and vegetable soup, also known as Zuppa di Polla Ai Vegetali. This hearty soup is protein and fiber packed. The vegetables can be seasonally changed allowing for many different variations, and is perfect for pairing with a salad such as the Bietole, which contains mixed greens, roasted red beets, goat cheese, toasted walnuts, corn, and tomatoes with honey dijon, or one of their Brushette’s such as the Firenze.

Soup, in addition to being an excellent source of nutrients, can be extremely delicious too. Hungry yet? Come down to La Bottega of Farmingdale tonight and don’t forget to order soup with your meal!