AMERICAN ITALIAN KITCHEN

La Luce is a convivial trattoria positioned as an independent restaurant operation within a Hilton Hotel. The proven success of La Luce at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek supports the decision to offer this restaurant concept for other Hiltons in our worldwide estate.

La Luce is a convivial trattoria positioned as an independent restaurant operation within a Hilton Hotel. The proven success of La Luce at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek supports the decision to offer this restaurant concept for other Hiltons in our worldwide estate. Our mission is to deliver an accessible and engaging concept to hotel guests and to the local community. La Luce has deep authenticity in both a historic American Italian articulation and in the contemporary voice of a Napa Valley sensibility. Sexy, flavorful and profitable for all stakeholders.

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La Luce is a convivial trattoria positioned as an independent restaurant operation within a Hilton Hotel. The proven success of La Luce at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek supports the decision to offer this restaurant concept for other Hiltons in our worldwide estate. Our mission is to deliver an accessible and engaging concept to hotel guests and to the local community. La Luce has deep authenticity in both a historic American Italian articulation and in the contemporary voice of a Napa Valley sensibility. Sexy, flavorful and profitable for all stakeholders.

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Brand Overview

A Napa Neopolitan Kitchen

A Napa Neopolitan Kitchen

A Napa Neopolitan Kitchen

Brand Overview

A Napa Neopolitan Kitchen

La Luce is a modern American Italian Kitchen that offers a menu of classic Southern Italian recipes that are interpreted through the voice of Napa, California. It operates for three meal periods, offering the Hilton core breakfast menu, the Breakfast at Hilton Buffet and specialty dishes from the pizza oven. Lunch and dinner are served though a dining room that incorporates interactive zones that include the Bar/Barista, the Pizza Oven & Bar, the Private Dining Room, Terrace and Market if appropriate.This modern Kitchen offers thin-crust pizza, pastas, salads, main courses and a wine bar that represents the Napa meets Napoli concept.

Concept Statement

Southern Italian Birthplace

Southern Italian Birthplace

Southern Italian Birthplace

Concept Statement

Southern Italian Birthplace

The gastronomy of Southern Italy has flourished for thousands of years—vibrant flavors, indigenous ingredients, and an artisanal approach in preparation have rendered this cuisine timeless. The relaxed pace and healthy diet of the Mediterranean culture keeps the food and the philosophy relevant in America. This cuisine also represents the history of the Italian immigration to the United States, from the unification of the states of Italy in 1861 to the early 1920’s. The Northern states of Italy were prosperous with agriculture, industry and trade, while the Southern states suffered through war, poverty and natural disaster. During this time, 4 million Italians emigrated to America, mostly from Sicily, Calabria, Napoli, Campania, Abruzzi and Sardinia.

Napa Influence

The California Gold Rush attracted these immigrants to the West coast, where they planted the vines, fig and olive trees of Napa and created a fishing industry in Monterey. The Italian influence in the Bay Area remains to this day and infuses La Luce with a relevant voice from Napa. La Luce (Italian for “light”) embraces light in the execution of the cuisine, the glow of design and the light and warmth of Hilton hospitality.

Service Narrative

Service Staff

Service Staff

Service Staff

Service Narrative

The warmth of the service staff is a quintessential aspect of La Luce. The essence of the Mediterranean culture is pervasive in the way guests are welcomed and a local clientele is cultivated. As La Luce will be “the place in the know” our local guests will create a vibe that our hotel guests will feel excited to be part of. Bartenders and waitstaff will create that local clientele and nurture the hotel guest experience as well. The team members will be highly knowledgeable about the menu, the wine list, sourcing of ingredients and the history of traditional dishes.

UPS

Service by Zones is Specific 

Baristas

Well-trained baristas help our guests welcome the day with deep knowledge about the coffees and preparations they are serving. 

Pizzaoli

Pizza makers can answer questions about the origins of pizza, the quality of the flour, the secret to the Saporita Tomato sauce

Bar stewards

The Bartending team will be wine stewards, conversant in the Italian appellations, the subtleties of the Aglianico Grape, and the seasonal ingredients for the cocktails.

Environmental

Lighting

Lighting

Lighting

Environmental

Light is the metaphor for the restaurant concept and ergo for the key element in design. Lighting fixtures and the general lighting design for the bar and restaurant create the sensual environment within which our guests are dining and enjoying independent zones. The beautifully illuminated dining room is chic, relaxed and fun. The espresso and white palette is sophisticated but becomes playful with accents of color. The Private Dining Room creates intimacy with a family recipe printed on the wall and menu items are available “family style.” 

Menu Narrative

Traditional Family Recipes

Traditional Family Recipes

Traditional Family Recipes

Menu Narrative

The menu is comprised of traditional family recipes that have been handed down through generations, interpreted with bright California innovation.

Breakfast experience

Espresso drinks, drip coffee, iced coffee on tap. Pastries at the Bar/Barista Station. Hilton Breakfast Buffet and breakfast pizzas

Lunch

Pizzas, sandwiches, salads and pasta. House-made gelato available in the afternoon.

Dinner

Full menu offerings.

Bar

Enoteca experience on tap serving white and red wine. Prosecco available in 250ml, 500ml and full liter carafes. A Grappa program and signature cocktails, including the Negroni, Bella Donna and Blondie Mary.

Menu Detail

Antipasti, Insalate, & Zuppa

INSALATA VERDE

Shaved Asparagus, Avocado, Greens, Toasted Pistachios, Mascarpone Dressing

  • FAGIOLINI VERDE CON BIETOLE

Roasted Beets, Green Beans, Fennel, Avocado, Roquefort Vinaigrette

  • INSALATA DI CESARE

Parmesan Tuile

  • TRICOLORE

Endive, Arugula, Radicchio, Shaved Reggiano, Sicillian Olive Oil, Lemon Juice

ZUPPA DI LENTICCHIE

Brown Lentils, Root Vegetables, Chicken Broth

  • BRUCHETTA CON FORMAGGIO DI CAPRA

Toasted Garlic Baguette, Goat Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes

  • OLIVE FRITTE

Fried Spanish Olives, Marcona Almonds

  • ANTIPASTI MISTI

Coppa, Salame, Peppers, Olives, Provolone, Crisp Grissini

  • CARPACCIO DI MANZO

Thinly Sliced Filet of Beef, Capers, Arugula, Parmigiano, Focaccia Toast

Pizze

MARGHERITA

Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella Fior di Latte

  • BIANCA

Pears, Gorgonzola Dolce, Caramelized Onions, Rucola, Aged Balsamic

  • QUATTRO FORMAGGI

Mozzarella, Provolone, Gorgonzola, Parmesan

  • TARANTINA

Mussels, Shrimp, Tomato, Mozzarella, Roasted Garlic, Capers

  • SALSICCIA PICCANTE

Spicy Italian Sausage, Roasted Peppers, Olives, Oregano, Fontina

Primi

RISOTTO AL NERO DI SEPPIA

Carnaroli Rice, Squid Ink, Baby Calamari

  • FETTUCCINE ALLO SCOGLIO

Clams, Scallops, Mussels, Langoustines, Tomato, Chili Flakes

  • BUCATINI ALL' AMATRICIANA

Riccia Con Bolognese

  • RICCIA CON BOLOGNESE

Clasic Meat Ragu, Aged Provolone Cheese, Fried Sage

  • SILK HANDERCHIEFS

Thin Sheets of House made Pasta, Pesto Pecorino

LASAGNA CON POLPETTINE

Meatballs, Tomato, Basil, Ricotta, Parmigiano

  • FARFALLE CON FUNGHI

Wild Mushrooms, Artichokes, Truffle Pecorino

  • RAVIOLI DI RICOTTA

Bellwether Ricotta, Pesto, Lemon Cream or Tomato Sauce

Secondi

BRANZINO ALLA GRIGLIA

Mediterranean Seabass, Asparagus, Scallion Mash, Salsa Verde

  • SEARED SALMON FILET

Potato Puree, Tomato, Chive Butter Sauce

  • POLLO PARMIGIANO MOTO MIO

Pan Roasted Chicken, Broccolini, Tomato Sauce

GRILLED SAUSAGE AND DUCK CONFIT

Tuscan Bean Ragu, Aged Balsamic

  • CHIMAY BRAISED SHORT RIBS

Roasted Cauliflower and Potato Puree, Gremolata

  • BISTECCA ALLA GRIGLIA

Grilled Grassfed Ribeye Steak, Lemon, Reggiano, Arugula

Wine & Cocktails

FLORIDA DREAM

Siesta Key Rum Infused with Tangelo and Vanilla Fennel, Local Citrus and Lemon

  • PERA ROSA

Botanist Gin, Tuaca Vanilla-Citrus Liqueur Asian Pear, Cherry Syrup, Lemon Juice

  • KENTUCKY ORCHARD

Makers Mark Bourbon Solerno Blood Orange Liquor Muddled Apple, Lemon

BARTENDER'S ORCHARD

Bartender's selection of fresh juices and spirits

  • CLASSIC ITALIAN LIBATIONS NEGRONI SBAGLIATO

Campari, Antica Formula Sweet Vermouth, Moscato D'Asti

  • BELLINI

Prosecco and Peach Puree

Dolci

TORTA GIANDUIA

Dark Chocolate, Hazelnuts Creme, Caramelized Hazelnuts

  • RICOTTA BOMBOLINI

Bellweather Ricotta, Beignets Berry Compote, Vanilla Anglaise

  • TIRAMISU

Espresso, Mascarpone Creme, Marsala Lady Fingers, Shaved Chocolate

  • PANNA COTTA

Yogurt, Lavender, Honey, Raspberry Sauce

  • AFFOGATO

Gelato, Espresso, Whipped Cream, Frangelico, Caramelized Nuts

GELATI E SORBETTI

NUTELLA: Dark Chocolate, Hazelnuts, Almond Tuile

  • STRACCIATELLA

Vanilla Bean, Chocolate Shavings

  • FRAGOLA

Strawberries, Mascarpone Creme, Berry Drizzle

  • LIMONE

Meyer Lemon Sorbet, Candied Zest

  • ROSMARINO

Rosemary Sorbet, Crisp Wafer

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