About us
La Scarpetta, a delightful Italian restaurant, recently opened its doors in Mossel Bay. “Fare la scarpetta”
is a phrase in the Italian language that’s close to the heart of
everyone who has enjoyed a delicious plate of pasta with sauce. Meaning “make the little shoe”, it refers to the small piece of bread used to mop up the last of the sauce on your plate.The
owners of La Scarpetta have always had a love affair with Italian food.
Until a few months ago there hasn’t been an Italian restaurant in
Mossel Bay and one had to drive all the way to George to find one;
driving back after a bottle of wine wasn’t an option so it was decided
to open an Italian restaurant locally.Henriette is a
career-driven woman (accountant), loving mother of Patrizio, and knows
her stuff when it comes to Italian cuisine. She lived in various parts
of Italy, such as Rome, Milan and Senigallia for almost six years, and
visited many regions while living there and learned about the lifestyle,
culture and food. Tyrone has been in the hospitality industry
for more than 10 years and likes doing things the good,old fashioned
way, offering people spectacular food, and really good service at a
reasonable price. Being passionate about this way of life, he constantly
strives to make people feel they haven’t just had a meal, but a
memorable experience instead.Since Mossel Bay is surrounded by
the sea, they thought it appropriate to have a signature dish that comes
from the sea. The Italian term, ‘’frutti di mare’’, means “fruit of the
sea” or seafood. For anyone who loves both Italian
cuisine and seafood, this classic pasta dish is a real treat. Served
over a bed of piping-hot tagliatelle, our recipe combines shrimp,
prawns, squid, clams and mussels with a drizzle of extra virgin olive
oil and a hint of garlic butter. Our easy prep method ensures this
divine seafood dish is cooked to perfection. Add a “scarpetta” (crusty
Italian bread) for soaking up every drop of the sauce to complete the
meal. For a true Italian culinary experience, visit La Scarpetta in Marsh Street, opposite Joan’s Florist. Delicious Italian cuisine at La Scarpetta.
