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Whipped to a cloud, the ricotta is cool, faintly tangy, and gone before the first round of negronis is finished.

• Fresh ricotta, whipped with cream and lemon zest.

• Wildflower honey, added tableside.

• Grilled focaccia, charred edges for crunch.

• Toasted pine nuts, a little textural surprise.

We whip it in small batches right before service — soft, spoonable, and generous on the plate. The honey goes on tableside so the ricotta stays cool and the bread stays crunchy; it's the rare starter that makes you want a second basket before the mains arrive. Easy, unpretentious, and exactly the kind of welcome this place is known for. Contains: dairy, gluten, tree nuts.