Ana's European Cafe

This is such a cute and cozy little house in the historic district of downtown Punta Gorda. We went for Wine Wednesday and enjoyed some soft live music. They were serving appetizers and desserts to pair with wine, so we decided to try the vegetable spreads on naan, the canolli, and the lobster claw with vanilla custard all paired with a sweet white wine. And it all was delicious! The canolli was just as sweet as my great grandmother used to bake it in her little Italian kitchen. The custard was rich and the perfect consistency, and the lobster tail pastry was light and flaky. I really enjoyed the veggie spreads too. The eggplant had a nice spice to it, and the tomato-based spread had a subtle smokey flavor that tasted amazing with the wine. If you're looking for a good mid-week date spot or just a place to gossip with the girls, reserve a table at Ana's European Cafe and experience the cozy splendour of Wine Wednesday.

I attended Mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and as I was heading back to St Pete, I noticed this Cafe a block from the Church. Its quaint and charming name and decor drew me in. What a great menu! Many delicious choices. I had salmon on a NY bagel with cream cheese and capers and had to try the chicken pate with toast points. The bagel was accompanied by a side of greens drizzled with basalmic vinegarette. A variety of tastes made this a wonderful delectable experience. The service was great!