Six by Nico unveils brand new six course tasting menu, The Italian
Six by Nico's Road Trip, inspired by Chef Nico Simeone's Italian heritage and travels, will take you on a culinary journey through Italy!
Article Source: Six by Nico
Last Updated: 10 March 2025 12:22
Inspired by a journey from Rome to Naples and Nico’s grandmother’s birthplace in Picinisco, this six-course experience is a love letter to Italian cuisine - blending tradition with innovation in true Six by Nico style.
Available from 10th March to 20th April, bookings start from £44 per person with guests also having the option to add an expertly paired wine selection (from £30) or an exclusive cocktail pairing (from £40), featuring Italian-inspired beverages such as the Spagliato Bianca and the indulgent Zabaglione Martini.
The Italian Road Trip menu includes the following dishes:
Course 1 - Taste of Picinisco
Crisp Polenta, Parma Ham, House Ricotta, Truffle Honey
Course 2 - Trinità Romana
Carbonara Raviolo, Smoked Amatriciana Compote, Cacio e Pepe Espuma
Wine: Fiano ‘Corridore’, I Favati – Campania IGT, Italy
Course 3 - I’Ciacca
Lamb Flank, Pasta Fagioli, Smoked Potato, Caper & Raisin
Wine: Maturano Lazio IGT, BorgoTana – Lazio, Italy
Course 4 - Mare di Napoli
Sea Bass, ‘Octopus Sausage’, Fennel Compote, Confit Tomato
Wine: Kiko per Kiko, BorgoTana – Lazio, Italy
Add-On - Finishing Touch
Fritto Misto, Preserved Lemon, Basil Emulsion £9
Course 5 - Involtini alla Romana
Ox Ballotine, Beef Fat Carrot, Carrot Top Pesto, Red Wine Jus
Wine: Aglianico ‘Corridore’, I Favati – Campania IGT, Italy
Add-On - Pecorino Sardo
Baked Polenta Cake, Muscat Grape & Honey £9
Course 6 - Crostata di Ricotta e Visciole
Ricotta Semifreddo, Black Cherry Sorbet, Fennel Seed Crumble, Caramelised Pastry
Wine: Brachetto d’Acqui, Vite Colte – Piemonte, Italy
Vegetarian option:
Course 1 - Taste of Picinisco
Crisp Polenta, Courgette, House Ricotta, Truffle Honey
Course 2 - Cacio e Pepe
Pappardelle, Black Pepper, Parmesan Crisp
Wine: Fiano ‘Corridore’, I Favati – Campania IGT, Italy
Course 3 - I’Ciacca
Artichoke, Pasta Fagioli, Smoked Potato, Caper & Raisin
Wine: Maturano Lazio IGT, BorgoTana – Lazio, Italy
Course 4 - Zucchini
Courgette Flower, Fennel Compote, Confit Tomato
Wine: Kiko per Kiko, BorgoTana – Lazio, Italy
Course 5 - Risotto alla Puttanesca
Toasted Riso Roma, Gaeta Olive Tapenade, Roasted Garlic Foam
Wine: Aglianico ‘Corridore’, I Favati – Campania IGT, Italy
Add-On - Pecorino Sardo
Baked Polenta Cake, Muscat Grape & Honey £9
Course 6 - Crostata di Ricotta e Visciole
Ricotta Semifreddo, Black Cherry Sorbet, Fennel Seed Crumble, Caramelised Pastry
Wine: Brachetto d’Acqui, Vite Colte – Piemonte, Italy
Cocktail Pairing:
Cocktail 1 - Spagliato Bianca
Gin / Suze / Dry Vermouth / Prosecco / Lemon
Cocktail 2 - Olive Washed Sour
Bourbon / Honey / Lemon / Olive Oil Wash
Cocktail 3 - Bicicletta
Campari / White Wine / Soda / Orange / Basil
Cocktail 4 - Little Italy
Rye Whiskey / Cynar / Sweet Vermouth / Cherry
Cocktail 5 - Zabaglioni Martini
Marsala / Vanilla / Vodka / Cream / Nutmeg
Nico Simeone, CEO and Founder of Six Company, commented: “This menu is deeply personal to me. It’s inspired not only by my family’s roots in Italy but also by the incredible experiences we’ve had traveling across the country - cooking with local chefs, discovering hidden culinary gems, and celebrating the stories behind each dish.
“We’ve brought these moments to life in this menu, and we can’t wait for guests to join us on our Italian Road Trip.”
For more information about the inspiration behind The Italian Road Trip menu, watch Chef Nico Simeone’s journey as he ventures across Italy:
Follow the link to secure your space for The Italian Road Trip here: www.sixbynico.co.uk/italian-roadtrip/
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