In the Lupo

Its a hockey night on Saturday and youre headed downtown with your ice
man to take in the game. Nix the overpriced burgers and beer, and before
Luongo get Lupo.

The Italian eatery at Hamilton and Smithe has gotten a new lease on
life. Theres a new chef and a new looklight, white walls, warm woods and
modern artwhich has the 1800s heritage home looking clean, classy and
cozy.

And theres a new menu of modern Italian dishes like prosciutto,
caramelized onion and arugula pizzetta ($12) and wild mushroom risotto
($16), which pleased both our palate and pocketbook.

If no one scores on Luongo tomorrow night, you have the Italian to
thank, both on the ice and in your belly.

Lupo Restaurant, 869 Hamilton St., Vancouver, 604-569-2535, www.luporestaurant.ca