Cecile and I had an early dinner "al fresco” (Italian for "in the open air") at “A Bellagio” in downtown Campbell with Susan and Nelson Bye. When one thinks of Bellagio, you're reminded of the municipality in the Province of Como, in the Italian region of Lombardy. A Bellagio restaurant is well-regarded for its refined dining experience. It offers a romantic yet casual atmosphere. It emphasizes the use of fresh ingredients, including organic produce and hormone-free meats. It’s a popular choice for both intimate dinners and large group events. Regulars often praise the attentive service and cozy ambiance. We appreciated the cozy ambiance, food quality, and the warm welcoming environment. It also has a full bar and outdoor heat lamps and fire pits.
We ordered cocktails and beer and for starters we shared Caprese (Fresh mozzarella, basil, slice tomato and extra virgin olive oil) and Fritto Misto All ‘Italiana (Fried calamari, zucchini with spicy marinara). We each ordered some pasta entrees including Penne with Salsiccia (Sausage); Penne with Bolognese (Meat Sauce); Lasagne; and Fresh Halibut with polenta and veggies. The portions were so substantial that we had no room for dessert.
After dinner we took a “passeggiata” (in Italian means a ‘walk' or a ‘stroll.’) in the very festive downtown Campbell with a band playing in front of a restaurant in a row of other bustling restaurants, wine bars, cafes, ice cream and other shops on both sides of the street. The 130 feet tall Campbell Water Tower was imbued with a pink light and we were graced with a full moon.
