Article: That's (almost) amore ; Spiga's Italian charms are hard to resist

Behind the chain stores of Highland Avenue in Needham, on a little turnoff easily missed, is a rip in the space-time continuum. Somehow a red Italian villa wound up among the Verizons and Staples and D'Angelos. Gas lamps burn beside a wrought iron archway that leads to a patio. Inside, in a high-ceilinged room decorated in terra cotta hues, guests are met by charming men with Italian accents. They're here to ply you with food and wine. There's a wood- burning oven, a wine bar, a soundtrack of Italian music, and an interesting menu. Visible at the stove is chef Marisa Iocco, formerly of Galleria Italiana, Bricco, Mare, and more, brought in by owner Carmelo Iriti in April. With restaurant ...

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