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Villarina Italian Gourmet
551 East Putnam Ave.,
Cos Cob
203-422-0174
Whether it’s a hectic week with little time to cook or you’re looking for a quick meal to drop off with a sick friend, Villarina’s Market in Cos Cob is an instant fix. Choose from the 3-year-old shop’s fresh ravioli stuffed with cheese, spinach, squash or even artichoke; gnocchi, manicotti and half or full trays of homemade lasagna (for which you might want to call a few days in advance, though the kitchen crew at Villarinas can pull one together while you wait). Villarina’s homemade pasta is superlight and incredibly fresh (it’s delivered every morning from New Rochelle, where it’s made daily). You’ll have your family convinced you spent hours rolling the dough yourself. Grab a container each of their marinara and vodka sauces (made in the shop each morning, along with mozzarella, salad dressings and pesto) and once you’re home, dinner is ready in 20 minutes flat. They also offer salads and sandwiches, as well as a full catering menu.