By Kevin King

Original as Michelangelo or Leonardo da Vinci. You can find culture, style and sophistication right around the corner. Logan has a new Ristorante Italiano called Le Nonne (The Grandmothers). It is at 132 N. Main across the street from Needham's Jewelry.

The place has been remodeled with simple yet very tasteful decor. The tables are tiled and the chairs are patio style with comfortable cushions. It has a wonderful alfresco atmosphere. A slight saltwater breeze is the only thing separating Le Nonne from Italy itself.

Homemade Italian bread and a spread of olive & caper tapenade accompany each table. The menu is in Italian with English explanations under each item. You can begin with antipasti (appetizers), the carpaccio, which is paper-thin sliced filet mignon, topped with arugula, parmesan, fresh lemon and extra virgin olive oil. It awakes your senses and ascends you into divinity.

Another possibility is insalate (salad). I recommend the caprese. This salad is fresh buffalo mozzarella and fresh, sliced tomatoes topped with basil and olive oil. The mozzarella will melt in your mouth and along with tomato, basil and olive oil begets the ultimate flavor. Or even a bowl of zuppe (soup). Pasta e Fagioli that has cannellini and pinto beans with flat pasta will south your soul and transport you back to childhood.

Entrees are in two sections, pasta or meat. Pollo ai Funghi is a breast of chicken sauteed with mushrooms and marsala wine is highly recommended. All entrees comes with rosemary roasted potatoes and a seasonal vegetable.

Then comes the finale, dessert. The tiramisu is a divine blend of bitter and sweet -- the perfect ending to an exquisite evening. Occasionally there is daily special dessert, so ask your server so you don't miss out.

Le Nonne is in the process of obtaining a liquor license; however if you call ahead for a reservation you may bring your own wine and there's no corkage fee.

Executive chef Pier Antonio Micheli was born and rasied in Forte dei Marmi, on the Tuscany coast of northern Italy. Pier Antonio learned traditional northern Italian cooking from his mother and grandmother hence the name Le Nonne.

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