BiCE Cucina has made the trip downtown. The renowned Italian restaurant on 55th Street between 5th and Madison Avenues opened a second location in Manhattan this week, in the heart of Soho at 15 Watts Street. BiCE Cucina Soho is a relaxed and elegant space with some contemporary touches.

The décor is stylish and bright, with fresh flowers, green plants, and tables surrounding two huge columns that have been transformed into trees by a local artist. The idea was inspired by BiCE Restaurant Group CEO Raffaele Ruggeri and it’s meant to bring positive energy, he says.