Chef Luigi Brings Kids and Fun into the Kitchen
June 13, 2013Dining at Al Tiramisu restaurant, located in the heart of Washington, DC, is like taking a trip to Italy without leaving the country. The restaurant has been hailed as the most authentic Italian restaurant in the nation's capital. Chef and owner Luigi Diotaiuti, prepares classic seasonal dishes that smell good, look great and make you feel like you are back in Italy. The award-winning restaurant is cozy, warm, and joyful–reflecting the effervescent and playful personality of Chef Luigi. Witness the Jester logo, Al Tiramisu’s name (translation "cheer me up"), the welcoming “buona sera” greeting when entering the restaurant. "Al Tiramisu is my life–it's who I am," smiles Chef Luigi whose delightful Italian accent and charm sets the tone. "I want people to have great food AND a great time. When people leave happy, I know that what I'm doing in life touches people." He proudly keeps a huge scrapbook of handwritten notes from happy customers. The restaurant has been chosen by The Washington Post as one of their “best bets,” featured in numerous blogs such as FamousDC.com, and is the recipient of the Regione Basilicata “Sapori Lucani” Award, granted to restaurants and chefs best representing the culinary arts of the Basilicata region of Southern Italy.