India, Sept. 21 -- The Cecilia's Pizzeria at Epicuria, Rajouri Garden, makes a strong impression the moment you step inside. The inviting aroma of freshly baked food sets the tone for what is clearly a space devoted to comfort, indulgence and the pleasures of the Italian table. The setting is warm and rustic, with soft lighting and an easy, lived-in charm that makes it equally suitable for a casual lunch with friends or a more intimate evening meal. There is a subtle buzz to the place, the kind that comes from people genuinely enjoying their food rather than a forced sense of trendiness.

The real highlight, as the name promises, is the pizza. The bases here are

wood-fired, with a slightly charred edge that speaks of authenticity, while ...