Most Italian chains claim to take their food seriously and provide an authentic dining experience, but Made in Italy group takes in a bit further and is rigorously nostalgic about the Italian way of life. With a sprinkling of restaurants across London, each taking on a unique personality, but what unites them is a pizzametro or a metre long pizza that brings several heads together, characterising conviviality.

Situated on Hollywood Road, just off Fulham Road, Santa Lucia draws in an enthusiastic clientele who love to linger over good food and wine in a warm, inviting atmosphere. In a setting such as this, sharing a plate with friends seems like a good idea so first to arrive could be antipasto misto of Parma ham, salami Milano, roasted ham, buffalo mozzarella, rocket, grilled Mediterranean vegetables, bruschetta and marinated olives. Minutes later you could choose from a selection of pasta, pizza, grills or salads and finish with a caffe alla cioccolata Bianca served with white chocolate and topped with whipped cream.