JAY LUIGI THE NONA SLICE HOUSE dotted with crispy prosciutto bits and a Parmesan aioli. PIA’S TRATTORIA • Gulfport; $$ • Pia’s features all the hallmark characteristics of a rustic and cozy neighborhood trattoria with a space that just oozes romance. An evolving menu features creative spins on Italian classics, like capellini pomodoro and buttery shrimp scampi over homemade linguine and eggplant Parmesan. The restaurant also has plenty of vegan dishes and gluten-free pastas. SOUL SICILIAN FUSION • Clearwater; $$ • This charming Sicilian restaurant hews closely to southern Italian classics in a downtown Clearwater setting. A selection of antipasti includes silky slices of prosciutto paired with pillow-like orbs of burrata and a bright and lively octopus ceviche. Don’t skip out on the excellent pasta dishes, which rely on simple, fresh ingredients and nothing more. VISITSPC .COM 79
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