Italian Deli and Coffee Bar Opens on Dawes Road


With Gusto to focus on traditional recipes with regional ingredients

Alessia Giovannotti outside her new Fulham venture
Alessia Giovannotti outside her new Fulham venture

October 27, 2025

A new Italian deli and coffee bar has opened its doors at 96 Dawes Road, Fulham SW6. With Gusto occupies the site of a former television repair shop, a location with longstanding ties to the local community. The new business introduces a menu focused on traditional Italian recipes and regional ingredients.

Founded by Alessia Giovannotti, With Gusto draws on her background in private aviation catering and her personal connection to Italian cuisine. The menu includes Roman-style focaccia, Saltimbocca-style panini, and Bombolone pastries based on family recipes. Additional offerings include Italian cornetti filled with crema pasticcera, Nutella, or pistachio cream, alongside coffee sourced from small Italian roasters and chocolate made from pure cocoa.

The deli also features dishes such as lasagna, meatballs in ragù, and seasonal soups. Ingredients are sourced from specific regions in Italy, including mozzarella from Agerola and burrata from family producers in Puglia.

In addition to food service, With Gusto plans to host community events, including pasta-making workshops and food tastings.

It is open Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 3:30pm, Saturday from 9:00am to 4:30pm, and Sunday from 9:00am to 3:30pm.

 

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