After watching The Godfather, I was completely drawn into the world of Italian culture, family traditions, and of course… incredible food. So I decided to head out in London to try a truly authentic Italian spaghetti bolognese and experience a taste of Italy for myself.
In this video, I visit E Pellicci’s, located at 332 Bethnal Green Rd, London E2 0AG, a legendary café known for its classic Italian roots and old-school charm. I share the full experience — the atmosphere, the flavours, and whether this traditional dish truly lived up to the Italian standard inspired by the iconic film.
If you love Italian food, classic cinema, and honest food reviews, you’ll definitely enjoy this journey.
Have you ever tried authentic Italian spaghetti bolognese, and where should I go next? 🍝🇮🇹
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16 Comments
Forget the talking dog…I think we have found the perfect candidate for a reboot of the Wall's advert.
Mike, I just love you UK foodies!
Sweet baby Jesus Son of Mary. Thats not how you eat ragu ala bolognese.
I think so many people have got used to supermarket pasta that they have forgotten, or perhaps didn't even know the difference with high quality fresh pasta. My Grandmother was from Rimini and made the best lasagna al forno, a 3 day process, never encountered anywhere that can match it.
My ultimate favorite dish of all times. Italian bread on the side. Glass of red wine.
Spagbol ≠ Tagliatelle alla bolognese , can still be good though.
Those noodles looked perfect ❤ The whole looked great
Pelliccis 👌. Right on my doorstep, was in there the other day for a full English 😋 By far Londons No1
Great video Michael. You need to have the ragu alla bolognese which is the traditional way served with Rigatoni or Tagliatelle Pasta. Italians don't eat Spaghetti and Bolognese . Spaghetti bolognese is not a traditional dish in Italy; it is a dish that has evolved from its origins in the United States, where it was popularized by Italian immigrants.. When you have it with rigatoni or tagliatelle the bolognese is held to the pasta which is much better.
Howcome the sausage was shaped loke that…..looked like it had a big head on a small shaft.
Great vid – all the best Michael.
I’ve never ever ever had a bad meal at Pellicis and I only go a handful of times a year. Nev is an absolute joy and has seen me through the rough and smooth and to this day still calls me Mr Railway!
Spaghetti bolognese is not an authentic Italian dish but an Italian inspired British dish.
When you said "not watery" – means they probably added the milk. Otherwise though (having seen other "Italian" dishes from Pellici's) – none of it is authentic. A step up from most places that claim it though.
Reminds me of the bolognaise that I’d have as a kid if I was off school and my dad took me to work. It was at a cafe in Kensington called Luigi’s that hasn’t existed for many years. He’d meet his colleagues in the later morning (he’d start work at 7am driving his van into London) and this’s huge mound of the most delicious spaghetti bolognaise would arrive 🙌🏻😋
20 /10