About Us
Welcome to Cucina Leigh
Alex Burzotta’s life long passion for Italian food and the places in which
it is served – Cucina opened it’s doors in Leigh On Sea, Essex in December 2013.
‘The intention was to create a restaurant in which I would frequent myself – a place not only considered in both its food & design, but one that has true personality & identity’.
Episode 1: The origins of Cucina Ristorante.
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In the first of 3 episodes, Alex takes us on a journey through the history pages of Cucina, to discover the origins of where it all began.
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Join us as we revisit the places and the people that helped to bring traditional Italian & Sicilian cuisine to the heart of Leigh-on-Sea. 🇮🇹
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Tune in next week for Episode 2. 🎬
Episode 2: Wines of Cucina 🎬
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Last year Alex travelled to the Foraci family vineyard, to explore the history and people behind Nero D’avola.
A traditional Sicilian wine exclusive to Cucina. 🍇
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This week, we revisit this regionally sourced wine,
so important in delivering an authentic Italian dining experience to Leigh-on-Sea.
Episode 3: Exclusive to Cucina 🎬
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As we revisit the final episode of the series, we meet some of the suppliers – home and abroad – that help make Cucina what it is today. 🇮🇹
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Sourcing the finest ingredients has always been an integral part of what we do,
but it’s the relationship to our suppliers that means much of what you’ll find on our menu is exclusive to Cucina in the UK
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Coming soon: A behind the scenes look at Cucina Ristorante Italiano – and the team that makes it all possible.
Episode 4: Behind the Scenes 🎬
In his latest instalment, owner Alex takes us behind the scenes at Cucina 🎬
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From the support of our local community, to the team that made it all possible.
Join us as we explore everything – and everyone – that help make us what we are today. 🇮🇹
Four of us had a really enjoyable evening last week. House white and red were fine and good value. Menu was interesting and service was excellent as usual and we were well looked after and welcomed from the start. The waiter Francesco recommended the pork belly special dish of the day which was delicious. So well cooked and crispy crackling on top. Definitely recommend.
This has a long history of family ownership, and again a different family situation now, decor is now modern and the service excellent. We all had a different pasta dish, the portions of which were very filling and delicious! a pleasant atmosphere if a little noisy! only to be expected when it is full and busy. Full marks to all! we will be back!
We had a local group meeting at Cucina before Christmas and the food, service and atmosphere were superb. I’m going again next week.
Been a few times. Great place to go. Staff are always friendly and helpful. Decent wine list with reasonable prices. Food as always was superb. Had a great steak. Will come back again and again. Tripadvisor
