Antipasti ~ Appetizers

*fresh baked focaccia bread served with your meal.

Impepata di Cozze

market season Salt Spring Island mussels (when available) in a white wine & black pepper sauce, served with house-made crostini. 17 GF

Carpaccio

thinly sliced beef tenderloin on a bed on arugula, drizzled with a fresh lemon & tarragon extra virgin olive oil dressing & topped with shaved parmigiano. 17 GF

Prosciutto e Melone

layered prosciutto di Parma & cantaloupe melon served on fresh arugula ~ a classic al fresco appetizer. 17 GF

Polpette in Agrodolce

three tender beef meatballs served with a savoury sweet & sour stew of caramelized onions, dried cranberries & green olives, topped with toasted almonds. 17

Insalata e Zuppe ~ Salad & Soup

Zuppa Del Giorno

please ask your server for the soup of the day. 11

Caprese

bocconcini layered with sliced tomatoes, topped with fresh sweet basil pesto & served on a bed of mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette. 17 GF

Caesar

crisp romaine tossed with freshly made croutons, crispy pancetta & capers, dressed with Il Covo house-made dressing & topped with parmigiano cheese. 12 GF

Spinaci e Gorgonzola

spinach, candied pecan, gorgonzola cheese & strawberries tossed with a strawberry vinaigrette. 16 GF

Insalata Toscana

mixed greens, walnuts, grape tomatoes, black olives, red onion & shaved fennel dressed with extra virgin olive oil balsamic vinaigrette, topped with crumbled feta cheese. 16 GF

Burrata E Bresaola

burrata with thinly sliced cured beef served with cherry tomatoes and arugula topped with a balsamic reduction. 22 GF

Primi Piatti ~ Pasta

Spaghetti alla Caprese

spaghetti with cherry tomatoes, basil & fior di latte mozzarella, tossed with fresh roma tomato sauce. 22 GF

Lasagne alla Bolognese

fresh pasta layered with besciamella, bolognese sauce & parmigiano topped with mozzarella. 23

Cannelloni di Mare

stuffed with ricotta, spinach, crab & lobster, topped with mozzarella & served in a light rosé sauce. 27

Spaghetti allo Scoglio

a seafood delight of calamari, mussels, prawns, clams & bay scallops in a light white wine marinara sauce. 29 GF

Ravioli al Sugo di Noci

five large ravioli filled with spinach & ricotta in a creamy walnut sauce. 24

Tagliatelle alla Genovese

fresh tagliatelle served with slow cooked AAA Angus beef, onions & herbs, finished with a touch of cream. 25 GF

Gnocchi

delicate & light potato gnocchi served with your choice of:
• slow cooked bolognese ragu
• creamy gorgonzola sauce, topped with walnuts
• classic Genovese pesto sauce 25

Pappardelle al Funghi

long flat pasta served with a melody of mushrooms in a creamy truffle white wine sauce. 25 GF

Linguine alla Puttanesca

olives, capers, garlic & anchovies simmered in a fresh Roma tomato sauce. Spicy & legendary. 23 GF

Risotto

classic carnaroli risotto.
~ please ask for tonight’s chef creation. 25

Secondi Piatti ~ From The Land & Sea

Cioppino Livornese

calamari, mussels, prawns, clams & bay scallops simmered in a marinara sauce, served with house-made crostini. 33 GF

Stinco d’Agnello

lamb shank slowly braised in a red wine sauce & topped with toasted almonds, served with polenta & vegetables. 32

Anatra all’Arancia

pan seared medium rare duck breast topped with a Grand Marnier orange sauce, served with fregola primavera. 32 GF

Tagliata con Gnocchi

sliced grilled AAA sirloin steak topped with a Borolo reduction & served with creamy wild mushroom gnocchi. 36

Scaloppine al Marsala

veal scaloppine simmered in a mushroom Marsala wine sauce & served with 4 cheese trofie pasta. 34

Maiale al Brandy

local pork tenderloin (vegetable grain fed & hormone free) wrapped with prosciutto & topped with a brandy sauce. Served with caramelized apples & vegetables. 32 GF

Pesce del Giorno

the freshest catch of the day directly from our ocean, cooked & served to perfection. Please ask your server. GF

Tiramisu’

layers of savoiardi finger cookies dipped in espresso & a creamy marsala mascarpone delight. 10

Cannoli

house-made cannoli pastries stuffed with a sweet citrus ricotta filling & garnished with pistachio or chocolate. 10

Affogato

vanilla gelato topped with hot espresso. 9.5
*add 1/2oz liqueur. 3

Creme Brûlée

classic vanilla orange topped with caramelized sugar. 10 GF

Panna Cotta

classic Italian cream pudding topped with berry coulis or chocolate hazelnut sauce. 10 GF

Profiteroles

3 house-made cream puffs topped with chocolate sauce & served with whipped cream. 10

Mousse al Cioccolato

Belgium chocolate mousse served with whipped cream, raspberry coulis & little cookies. 10

Dolce for 2

an array of house-made delectables to share. 15

Sorbetto o Gelato

*please ask your server for flavours. 8

Red Wine

HOUSE RED – Medium-bodied & dry.

GRAN PASSIONE ROSSO – Veneto, Italy
Full-bodied juicy flavours of blackberry, black cherry & plum, notes of vanilla & oak.

SHIRAZ DURIF 19 CRIMES – Victoria, Australia
Deep ruby medium-bodied, flavours of black cherry, raspberry, cassis & chocolate.

PINOT NOIR MARK WEST – Santa Lucia, California
Medium-bodied with flavours of strawberry, black cherry, vanilla.

MALBEC FAMIGLIA BIANCHI – Mendoza, Argentina
Full luscious flavours & aromas of plums, cherries & chocolate, smooth silky vanilla finish.

CHIANTI CLASSICO SANTA MARGHERITA – Tuscany, Italy
Luscious ruby red, wild berry & spicy notes with an oaky finish.

PRIMITIVO CAMPO MARINA – Puglia, Italy
Smooth full bodied, notes of vanilla, chocolate & oak with flavours of red fruits.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON LIBERTY SCHOOL – Paso Robles, California
Velvety ruby-black, flavours of plum, blackberry & black cherry, hints of toasted oak & black pepper.

BARBERA D’ALBA BROCCARDO – Piedmont, Italy
Inviting aromas of red cherries & leather. Medium-bodied with soft tannins & bright acidity.

MERLOT RUST WINE CO. – Oliver, BC
Notes of blackberry, chocolate, wild sage & plum, with a full-bodied palate.

CAGIOLO MONTEPULCIANO D’ABRUZZO – Abruzzo, Italy
Rich full bodied, deep ruby red with notes of ripe berries & flavours of delicate spicy cocoa, vanilla & liquorice.

DIONYSOS PRIMITIVO – Puglia, Italy
Ruby red, spicy notes of coffee, chocolate & flavours of plum, blackberry & raspberry.

BAROLO TERRE DEL BAROLO – Piedmont, Italy
This famous Italian wine bursts with lush cherry flavours, smooth earthy bouquet with aromas of violets.

VALDISANTI TOLAINI – Tuscany, Italy
Full-bodied with opulent dark fruit, rich oak & fine tannins.

AMARONE TEDESCHI – Trentino, Italy
Toasty & rich with notes of cinnamon, cherry preserves, blackberries & chocolate. Irresistible medium-full bodied wine.

BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO IL POGGIONE – Tuscany, Italy
100% Sangiovese – full-bodied deep ruby red, flavours of red fruits, cherries, spices & vanilla.

TIGNANELLO ANTINORI – Tuscany, Italy
This renowned wine is full-bodied, intense ruby red, notes of ripe red fruit, cassis & blackberries with hints of chocolate & licorice.

TENUTA SAN GUIDO SASSICAIA BOLGHERI – Tuscany, Italy
Italy’s most iconic Cabernet Sauvignon based wine & first single wine to be granted its own appellation. Universally regarded as the greatest wine from Italy & one of the most sought after wines in the world.

White Wine

HOUSE WHITE – Medium-bodied & dry.

ROSÉ HARPER‘S TRAIL – Kamloops, BC
Flavours of grapefruit & strawberry. Soft acidity finishes this elegant, dry style rosé.

PINOT GRIS WILD GOOSE VQA – Okanagan Falls, BC
Aromas of peach & pear, flavours of melon & honey, well balanced with earthy spicy undertones.

A NOBLE BLEND JOIEFARM VQA – Naramata, BC
Aromatic & balanced, notes & flavours of guava, honeysuckle & clove, fresh grapefruit finish.

PINOT GRIGIO SANTA MARGHERITA – Trentino, Italy
Fresh & fruity, flavours of green apple & peach. Well balanced with refreshing citrus undertones.

SAUVIGNON BLANC CAPELLA CLOS DU SOLEIL – Similkameen Valley, BC
Aromas of grapefruit & lemon, followed by rich pear & pineapple on the palate.

CHARDONNAY SEBASTIANI – Sonoma, California
Lively flavours of green apple, lemon cream, vanilla, oak & a hint of toast. Meduim-bodied.

LUGANA TOMMASI – Lugana, Italy
Fruity & fragrant on the nose, followed by fresh minerality & hints of almond.

GAVI DI GAVI FONTANAFREDDA – Piedmont, Italy
Intense bouquet of vanilla, lemon, bitter apples & lily of the valley. Well balanced & elegant.

DONNAFUGATA ANTHILIA – Sicily, Italy
Crisp & soft with flavourful aromas of peach, pear, creamy lemon zest & light grapefruit.

INAMA VIN SOAVE CLASSICO Verona, Italy
Elegant & refreshing, aromas of elderberry, chamomile & iris, ripe pear flavours with a smooth almond finish.

SPARKLING

MOSCATO D’ASTI DOCG – Piedmont, Italy
Light frizzante white wine, aromas of honeysuckle & apricots, softly sweet with flavours of peach & citrus.

PROSECCO VILLA SANDI IL FRESCO – Veneto, Italy
Vibrant with aromas of orange & lemon peel with flavours of pear & golden apple, charming & fresh.

FERRARI BRUT – Trentino, Italy
Flavourful & crisp classic Italian sparkling wine, notes of golden apples, citrus, sage & baked bread.

CA’DEL BOSCO FRANCIACORTA BRUT – Lombardy, Italy
Dry sparkling, aromatic with spicy notes of fresh oregano, flavours of stone fruits, melon & almonds.

VEUVE CLICQUOT BRUT CHAMPAGNE – Champagne, France
Medium-full bodied, extra dry with aromas & flavours of apple, pear & brioche.