Tampa Bay Food Tours recently sat down to visit and dine with Italy Bottega owner Federico Faneli. After operating in the Boston and Miami markets he pulled up stakes and chose St. Pete as the new home for his vision. Sharing his love of all things Italian via an authentic Italian market and wine shop.

The space is no frills but very comfortable. Being a veteran restaurant operator it was important to Federico to focus on the food and not have higher prices based on elaborate décor.