Stories from the Lucciola table: Italian fine dining, wine culture, tasting experiences, private dining, and the people who shape our restaurant on the Upper West Side.

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Stories from the Lucciola Table

This is where we collect the ideas, dinners, wines, ingredients, and moments that define Lucciola. Some stories begin in the kitchen, others at the table, others in the cellar. Together, they reflect our way of thinking about Italian fine dining in New York City: with time, coherence, and intention.

Explore Lucciola's Award-Winning Wines List
PRESS / AWARDS Alberto Ghezzi PRESS / AWARDS Alberto Ghezzi

Explore Lucciola's Award-Winning Wines List

Fine dining isn't just about exceptional food but crafting an unforgettable experience. Lucciola, a haven for gourmands, received the prestigious 2023 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence. This recognition places us amongst the global elite, showcasing an extraordinary dedication to the art of wine.

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Wine Dinner with Donnafugata at Lucciola
WINE DINNERS Alberto Ghezzi WINE DINNERS Alberto Ghezzi

Wine Dinner with Donnafugata at Lucciola

On the evening of Monday, February 26, 2024, Lucciola hosted an unforgettable wine dinner, featuring the exquisite wines of Donnafugata, a beacon among Sicilian wine brands. This event marked Lucciola's second wine dinner of the year, showcasing a remarkable collaboration with Donnafugata, a name synonymous with the best wines from Sicily. Antonio Rallo, the esteemed winemaker from Donnafugata, graced New York City with his presence, bringing with him the rich flavors and heritage of Sicilian wines after a nearly five-year absence.

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Champagne Dinner with Frank Pascal at Lucciola
WINE DINNERS Alberto Ghezzi WINE DINNERS Alberto Ghezzi

Champagne Dinner with Frank Pascal at Lucciola

Lucciola, the exquisite Italian restaurant in the heart of the city, played host to a Champagne Dinner curated by none other than the masterful winemaker, Frank Pascal. This exclusive event, organized by the Wine Society, marked the beginning of a spectacular year for wine enthusiasts, bringing together the finest biodynamic wines from Champagne.

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