New Jersey is swamped with Italian restaurants, the kind that pop up on every other block and offer the parmigiana, marsala or francese. They are loved for the magical experience that ensues after tasting fresh tomatoes, cheese, bread and wine. It's not rocket­science, it's just good ingredients.

With its sophisticated food culture and diversity, it is not surprising that Montclair would be home to its own lineup of Italian joints—but not all are created equal. Enter Fascino, the brainchild of Chef Ryan DePersio, a creative mind with the natural stock to run a refreshingly unique take on modern Italian cuisine.

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Source: https://montclairdispatch.com/