A Sunday Roast with a Taste of the Italian Riviera: Azzurra Brings La Dolce Vita to Chelsea
There are few pleasures quite as quintessentially British as a leisurely Sunday lunch, but Azzurra is making a compelling case for adding a little Italian sunshine to the tradition. The elegant coastal Italian restaurant on Sloane Street has unveiled its first-ever Sunday Roast, bringing together the comforting familiarity of a British weekend ritual with the relaxed glamour and generous spirit of the Italian Riviera.
The new Sunday offering is a particularly appealing proposition for families looking to make a little more of their weekend. Think long lunches, delicious food, excellent company and absolutely no need to rush home. Settle into Azzurra’s sophisticated yet welcoming dining room and prepare to embrace the Italian art of lingering around the table.
At the heart of the menu are three Sunday-only centrepieces, each offering a deliciously different take on the traditional roast. Meat lovers can opt for roasted porchetta with salsa verde, a wonderfully Italian interpretation inspired by the country's much-loved Sunday lunch tradition. Those favouring something lighter can enjoy roasted bream served with caponata, a nod to Azzurra’s coastal roots and its particular affection for beautifully prepared seafood. Meanwhile, vegetarians are equally well catered for with a whole roasted cavolo cabbage, celebrating seasonal produce in all its glory.
Of course, no Sunday roast would be complete without its supporting cast, and Azzurra has certainly understood the assignment. Expect potatoes finished with Pecorino, Parmesan cauliflower cheese crowned with golden pangrattato, and fennel, bringing a distinctly Mediterranean flourish to the familiar comforts of the British Sunday table. Generous, flavourful and designed for sharing, the trimmings make the experience feel every bit as indulgent as a traditional roast, with an Italian twist.
For those who prefer to venture beyond the roast, Azzurra’s à la carte menu remains available, with tempting pasta dishes including linguine alla vongole and bucatini cacio e pepe. It is an especially thoughtful touch for families dining with different tastes and appetites, ensuring there is something to delight everyone around the table, from devoted roast traditionalists to those who would happily choose pasta every time.
What makes the experience particularly appealing is the setting. Inspired by the effortless elegance of the Riviera, Azzurra strikes that enviable balance between polished and relaxed. Its Sloane Street address brings a touch of Chelsea sophistication, while the atmosphere is warm and inviting enough to make a family gathering feel wonderfully at home. There is a certain pleasure in finding a restaurant where a special occasion and an ordinary Sunday can feel equally well celebrated.
Ultimately, Azzurra’s new Sunday Roast is about more than simply putting an Italian spin on a British classic. It is an invitation to slow down, reconnect and rediscover the pleasure of eating together. Whether gathering several generations around the table, catching up with friends or treating the family to a little weekend indulgence, this is a rather lovely new addition to Chelsea’s Sunday dining scene.
After all, if the British have perfected the Sunday roast, the Italians have perfected the art of enjoying it. At Azzurra, the two traditions make rather perfect companions.
Azzurra
127–128 Sloane Street, London SW1X 9AS.
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