"Chef Cristina Ceccatelli Cook grew up on her family’s estate in Tuscany before moving to the U.S. in 1987. Five years later, Cristina’s restaurant opened inside a charming, salmon-colored house on a small street near Sun Valley. Open for breakfast and lunch, Cristina’s serves an exceptional menu of dishes inspired by her childhood, including pastas, salads, hearty soups, thin-crust pizzas, and an always-worth-getting variety of daily specials. Cristina’s is currently open Wednesday through Sunday for indoor dining or takeout." - Scott Wink