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Our signature recipes, including our fresh made pasta are created with the finest quality ingredients. In our garden patio we grow herbs & edible flowers that are presented in dishes & drinks. Locally sourced seasonal seafood, produce & meats.
Buon Appetito
Antipasti
appetizers
*fresh baked focaccia bread served with your meal.
Impepata di Cozze
market season Salt Spring Island mussels (when available) in a white wine & black pepper sauce, served with house-made crostini 22 *GF
Carpaccio
thinly sliced uncooked beef tenderloin, arugula, fresh tarragon citronette, parmigiano 20 *GF
Prosciutto e Melone
layered prosciutto di Parma & cantaloupe melon on arugula ~ a classic al fresco appetizer 20 *GF
Polpette in Agrodolce
three tender beef meatballs with a savoury sweet & sour stew of caramelized onions, dried cranberries & green olives, topped with toasted almonds 20
Antipasto Il Covo for 2
popular Italiano platter served with an array of cured Italian meats, cheeses, marinated vegetables, assorted olives & fruit 35
Insalata e Zuppa
salad & soup
Zuppa del Giorno
ask your server for the soup of the day 14
Caprese
fior di latte mozzarella layered with sliced tomatoes, topped with basil pesto, served on a bed of mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette 19 *GF
Caesar
crisp romaine tossed with freshly made croutons, crispy smoked prosciutto, capers, Il Covo house-made dressing & parmigiano 16 *GF
Spinaci e Gorgonzola
spinach, candied pecans, gorgonzola cheese & strawberries tossed with a strawberry vinaigrette 18 *GF
Insalata Toscana
mixed greens, walnuts, grape tomatoes, black olives, red onions & shaved fennel dressed with extra virgin olive oil balsamic vinaigrette, topped with crumbled feta cheese 18 *GF
Misto Mare
Humboldt squid, prawns, bay scallops, octopus, mussels, olives & cherry tomatoes marinated in a fresh parsley citronette 24 *GF
Primi Piatti
pasta
Spaghetti alla Caprese
cherry tomatoes, basil & fior di latte mozzarella, tossed with fresh roma tomato sauce 25 *GF
Lasagne alla Bolognese
fresh pasta layered with besciamella, bolognese sauce & parmigiano topped with mozzarella 27
Cannelloni di Mare
stuffed with ricotta, spinach, crab & lobster, topped with mozzarella & served in a light rosé sauce 33
Spaghetti allo Scoglio
a seafood delight of white fish, mussels, prawns, clams, bay scallops & cherry tomatoes in a white wine aglio & olio sauce 34 *GF
Ravioli Al Sugo Di Noci
ravioli filled with spinach & ricotta in a creamy walnut sauce 28
Tagliatelle Alla Genovese
fresh tagliatelle served with slow cooked AAA Angus beef, onions & herbs, finished with a touch of cream 30 *GF
Gnocchi
delicate & light potato gnocchi served with a choice of:
• slow cooked bolognese ragu
• creamy gorgonzola & walnuts
• classic Genovese pesto sauce 29
Pappardelle ai Funghi
medley of mushrooms in a creamy truffle white wine sauce 30 *GF
Linguine alla Puttanesca
olives, capers, garlic & anchovies simmered in a fresh Roma tomato sauce. Spicy & legendary 27 *GF
Risotto
classic carnaroli risotto ~ ask for tonight’s chef creation
Secondi Piatti
from the land & sea
Cioppino Livornese
white fish, mussels, prawns, clams & bay scallops simmered in a marinara sauce, served with house-made crostini 38 *GF
Stinco d’Agnello
lamb shank slowly braised in a red wine sauce, topped with toasted almonds. Served with polenta & vegetables 39
Tagliata con Gnocchi
sliced grilled AAA striploin steak topped with a Barolo reduction. Served with creamy wild mushroom gnocchi 40
Scaloppine al Marsala
veal scaloppine simmered in a mushroom Marsala wine sauce. Served with 4 cheese trofie pasta 40
Maiale al Brandy
local pork tenderloin (vegetable grain fed & hormone free) wrapped with prosciutto & topped with a brandy sauce. Served with caramelized apples & vegetables 37 *GF
Pesce del Giorno
the freshest catch of the day directly from our ocean, cooked & served to perfection. Please ask your server *GF
Famiglia Italiana style four course meal
chef chooses dishes daily and served family style
65 per person. Min. 4 people.
Vegetarian
*GF Available Gluten Free
Not all ingredients may be listed on the menu. Please let your server know prior to ordering of any dietary concerns or special requests. All olives may contain pits.
Dolci
Tiramisù
layers of savoiardi finger cookies dipped in espresso & a creamy marsala mascarpone delight. 12
Cannoli
house-made cannoli pastries stuffed with a sweet citrus ricotta filling & garnished with pistachio or chocolate. 12
Affogato
vanilla gelato topped with hot espresso. 11.5 *add 1/2oz liqueur 4
Creme Brûlée
classic vanilla orange topped with caramelized sugar. 12*GF
Panna Cotta
classic Italian cream pudding topped with berry coulis or chocolate hazelnut sauce. 12 *GF
Mousse al Cioccolato
Belgium chocolate mousse served with whipped cream, raspberry coulis & little cookies. 12 *GF
Dolce for 2
delectable tastings of selected house-made dolci to share. 17
Sorbetto o Gelato
*please ask your server for flavours. 10
Wine List
Red Wine
HOUSE RED – medium-bodied & dry.
GRAN PASSIONE ROSSO – Veneto, Italy
full-bodied juicy flavours of blackberry, black cherry & plum, notes of vanilla & oak.
PINOT NOIR MARK WEST – Santa Lucia, California 11
medium-bodied, flavours of strawberry, black cherry, vanilla.
SALICE SALENTINO LEONE DI CASTRIS – Puglia, Italy
notes of crushed black cherry, espresso crema, violet & spice. Rich & earthy finish.
MALBEC FAMIGLIA BIANCHI – Mendoza, Argentina
full, luscious flavours & aromas of plums, cherries & chocolate, smooth silky vanilla finish.
CHIANTI CLASSICO FRESCOBALDI – Tuscany, Italy
luscious ruby red, wild berry & spicy notes with an oaky finish.
PRIMITIVO CAMPO MARINA – Puglia, Italy
smooth full-bodied, notes of vanilla, chocolate & oak with flavours of red fruits.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON LIBERTY SCHOOL – Paso Robles, California
velvety ruby-black, flavours of plum, blackberry & black cherry, hints of toasted oak & black pepper.
BARBERA D’ALBA BROCCARDO – Piedmont, Italy
inviting aromas of red cherries & leather. Medium-bodied with soft tannins & bright acidity.
MERLOT POPLAR GROVE – Penticton, BC
medium ruby red, flavours of raspberry & vanilla, with notes of sage & cherry.
MONTEPULCIANO D’ABRUZZO CAGIOLO DOC – Abruzzo, Italy
deep ruby red, full bodied with notes of ripe red fruit, cocoa, vanilla, liquorice & cinnamon. Long smooth finish.
DIONYSOS PRIMITIVO – Puglia, Italy
ruby red, spicy notes of coffee, chocolate & flavours of plum, blackberry & raspberry.
BAROLO BROCCARDO DOCG – Piedmont, Italy
beautiful red with highlights of orange, medium bodied with spicy oak aromas of vanilla. Smooth finish with notes of fresh red fruit.
AMARONE TEDESCHI – Trentino, Italy
toasty & rich with notes of cinnamon, cherry preserves, blackberries & chocolate. Irresistible medium-full-bodied wine.
BRUNO ROCCA BARBARESCO DOCG – Piedmont, Italy
full-bodied intense red with notes of blackberries, wild cherries & plums, hints of flowers & herbs.
CANALICCHIO DI SOPRA BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO DOCG – Tuscany, Italy
100% Sangiovese, aromas of blueberry & red fruits, flavours of black cherries & spice. Velvety smooth with a long finish.
TIGNANELLO ANTINORI – Tuscany, Italy
this renowned wine is full-bodied, intense ruby red, notes of ripe red fruit, cassis & blackberries with hints of chocolate & licorice.
TENUTA SAN GUIDO SASSICAIA BOLGHERII – Tuscany, Italy
Italy’s most iconic Cabernet Sauvignon based wine & first single wine to be granted its own appellation. Universally regarded as the greatest wine from Italy & one of the most sought after wines in the world.
White Wine
HOUSE WHITE – medium-bodied & dry.
ROSÉ JOIEFARM VQA – Naramata, BC
notes of strawberry & cherry with a blast of raspberry. Medium-bodied, finishing crisp & clean.
A NOBLE BLEND JOIEFARM VQA – Naramata, BC
aromatic & balanced, notes & flavours of guava, honeysuckle & clove, fresh grapefruit finish.
PINOT GRIGIO SANTA MARGHERITA – Trentino, Italy
fresh & fruity, flavours of green apple & peach. Well balanced with refreshing citrus undertones.
SAUVIGNON BLANC CAPELLA CLOS DU SOLEIL – Similkameen Valley, BC
aromas of grapefruit & lemon, followed by rich pear & pineapple on the palate.
CHARDONNAY BREAD & BUTTER – Napa Valley, California – rich & creamy with notes of cherry & vanilla. Smooth oaky finish.
LUGANA TOMMASI – Lugana, Italy
fruity & fragrant on the nose, followed by fresh minerality & hints of almond.
VERMENTINO DI SARDEGNA MERI DOC – Sardinia, Italy
Aromatic with white flowers & citrus. Tropical fruit balanced with fresh acidity.
DONNAFUGATA ANTHILIA – Sicily, Italy
crisp & soft with flavourful aromas of peach, pear, creamy lemon zest & light grapefruit.
VERDICCHIO DEI CASTELLI DI JESI CLASSICO SUPERIORE – Marche, Italy
aromas of white stone fruit & almond with notes of peach & a hint of lemon drop. Intense & savoury.
VERNACCIA MONTENIDOLI FIORE DOCG – Tuscany, Italy
bright & crisp with floral aromas. Rich flavours of pear & apple with a refreshing almond finish.
Sparkling
LAMBRUSCO REGGIANO CONCERTO DOC – Emilia Romagna, Italy
dry sparkling ruby red, with aromas of fresh strawberries, raspberries & cherries. Fresh & delectably harmonious.
MOSCATO D’ASTI DOCG – Piedmont, Italy
light frizzante white wine, aromas of honeysuckle & apricots, softly sweet with flavours of peach & citrus.
PROSECCO VILLA SANDI IL FRESCO – Veneto, Italy
vibrant with aromas of orange & lemon peel with flavours of pear & golden apple, charming & fresh.
FERRARI BRUT – Trentino, Italy
flavourful & crisp classic Italian sparkling wine, notes of golden apples, citrus, sage & baked bread.
CA’DEL BOSCO FRANCIACORTA BRUT – Lombardy, Italy
dry sparkling, aromatic with spicy notes of fresh oregano, flavours of stone fruits, melon & almonds.
VEUVE CLICQUOT BRUT CHAMPAGNE – Champagne, France
medium-full-bodied, extra dry with aromas & flavours of apple, pear & brioche.