A long-simmering project in Little Italy will soon take flight. Cent’ Anni (12401 Mayfield Rd.), a posh little cocktail bar that has been in the works for some time, is expected to open in late November. Located in the rear of the building immediately west of Valerio’s, the speakeasy-style lounge will be a celebration of all things Italian.

“I lived in Little Italy and I always wanted to do something that celebrated Italy and Italian drinking culture and aperitivo hour and amaro and all that stuff,” says operating partner Michael Paley. Paley's partners in the project include David Orloff, Bob Reiner, Mike Fratello and Valerio Iorio.