In the heart of Dénia, on Spain’s beautiful Costa Blanca, the restaurant “La Vecchia Roma” has once again obtained Platinum level ITA0039 certification by ASACERT. This important recognition confirms, once again, its commitment to enhancing authentic Italian cuisine and promoting true Made in Italy.
One year after the first certification, the restaurant has brilliantly passed a new audit conducted by an inspector from ASACERT, the Certification, Inspection, Evaluation and Training Body and creator of the ITA0039 | 100% Italian Taste Certification system.
The story of “La Vecchia Roma” is rooted in the passion and determination of Fabio Moya and Vincent Deville, two restaurateurs who were able to transform their love for Italian gastronomy into a reality of excellence.
Originally from Rome, the two founders wanted to take their city’s culinary tradition across the border, creating a restaurant that offers an authentic Italian experience abroad. The restaurant’s menu is a tribute to Roman cuisine, with iconic dishes such as pasta alla carbonara, prepared according to the traditional recipe with pecorino romano and guanciale. Homemade ravioli and pizza, characterised by a thin crust and carefully selected ingredients, are also popular with customers.
According to Moya and Deville, the global success of Italian cuisine lies in the quality and authenticity of raw materials. The use of PDO-labelled products guarantees the origin and authenticity of the ingredients, allowing them to offer customers an authentic and unmistakable gastronomic experience. Among the distinctive elements of this culinary tradition is the artisanal production of pasta, an aspect that only a few restaurants choose to preserve. Great attention is paid to the use of 100% Italian products, such as cheese, sausages and organic Italian flour, carefully selected to enhance the flavours and guarantee uncompromising excellence.
For those wishing to choose an Italian restaurant abroad, the two restaurateurs recommend paying attention to the use of certified ingredients and respect for traditional recipes. In their restaurant, they strive to ensure an authentic experience of genuine flavours and a warm welcome.
Three key elements make “La Vecchia Roma” an ideal choice for lovers of Italian cuisine:
- Authenticity: a menu faithful to Roman tradition.
- Quality: exclusive use of first-rate Italian ingredients.
- Passion: the daily preparation of fresh pasta is testimony to their commitment and dedication.
The decision to obtain ITA0039 certification stemmed from a desire to clearly communicate to customers our commitment to ensuring an authentic, high quality Italian gastronomic experience. For them, ITA0039 represents official recognition of their dedication to the Italian culinary tradition and the use of certified ingredients.
With the renewal of the Platinum level of the ITA0039 certification, ‘La Vecchia Roma’ confirms itself as a reference point for those who wish to taste true Roman cuisine in Spain. An achievement that rewards the passion, quality and commitment of Fabio Moya and Vincent Deville in bringing Italian gastronomic excellence to the world.
