To celebrate joining the Miracle Babies team, we invite you to have a Plate for a Prem at Civico 47 to raise awareness for World Prematurity Day on November 17th. By booking a table at Civico 47 between 1-20 November and ordering a Crocchetta di Melanzane as part of your meal, you will be helping to provide vital, life-changing support to more of the 48,000 families with a premature or sick newborn each year.

Read Matteo’s Families story here

Re-create this dish at home for an intoxicating taste of dine-in indulgence before the Australian black winter truffle season's last harvest in August 2022. One with an irresistibly seductive aroma and mouth-watering flavour and suggested wine pairing by Civico 47’s Sommelier and Manager, Luke Collard.

Civico 47 have been serving up a refined side of White Asparagus with Brown Butter and Hazelnut Crumble since the Italian harvest of this rare vegetable began in April, sourced from Gourmet Life. Read & re-create Matteo’s White Asparagus, Brown Butter and Hazelnut Crumble recipe at home!

Our Head Sommelier, Luke Collard, has joined the Civico 47 team after four years at Public Dining Room. Originally from New Zealand, Luke has one of the most extensive hospitality histories of our staff. He has worked in six countries, as well as at the prestigious Ormeggios at the the Spit, Pilu at Freshwater and Jonahs. Luke has a decorated Sommelier CV and is an accredited and well-travelled wine educator and former restaurant owner. He has a passion good wine & food and is more than happy to talk about both!

Paddington’s newest restaurant serves up an Italian revival, showcasing a unique style of cuisine inspired by tradition, delivered with a modern perspective.