Italian food lovers can rejoice for there is finally a place in Delhi where you will be served authentic Italian fare guarantee of its excellence. GK-2, M block is the home to Diva – the Italian restaurant which is owned by celebrity chef Ritu Dalmia. Chef Dalmia has managed to bring to us a comparatively reasonable Italian serving place where you are sure to get marvellous food. The chefs before being trained by the Chef Dalmia had no clue about Italian cuisine but they have taken each class in seriousness and are producing lip smacking dishes. The biggest compliment of the authenticity is that Italian embassy gets Diva to cater its events. The location of the restaurant is posh and the faithful clientele is all upper crust. The elegance of the locality infuses into the décor colouring it with class and sophistication. Choose to sit next to window which gives a fantastic view of the block.

Though everything prepared at the restaurant is worth sampling but still the menu needs to be explained. The antipasti consists of pan seared scallops, warm salad of Orissa crab, crispy prawns, quinoa salad, bruschetta and kale & beet salad. For first course the chefs offers gnocchi, roasted red pepper soup, parmesan ravioli, spaghetti with calamari, risotto with red prawns and sweet potato tortelli. The second or main course presents coffee marinated lamb chops, grilled john dory, grilled jumbo prawns with pumpkin brulee, wood roasted chicken, confit of pork ribs, grilled & baked duck breast and mozzarella & ham filled chicken breast. The vegetarian mains shows potato pasta pinwheels, truffle mac n cheese, spinach & herb crepes, mushroom & goat cheese in crispy parcel and duo of parmigiana. Panini bar hosts various fillings like grilled parma ham, eggplant, peppers, sliced sausages and mozzarella/tomato/basil.

Most important part of any Italian establishment are their pizzas. They are what define any restaurant worthy of their salt. Diva dishes out amazing pizzas. They are freshly tossed, smeared with full bodied sauce and loaded with scrumptious toppings. Each and every bite of the pizzas are out of this world. The service of the restaurant is fabulous as well. Managed by a very connected manager the restaurant runs like a clockwork. The staff is attentive to your needs and are very helpful with the queries. On their recommendation conclude the meal with the surprise of chocolate and you will not regret it. A bit expensive Diva is a must visit place. Promise you’ll go!