At the heart of La Perla is a core lunch and dinner menu developed by chef Vittorio Testa and based on authentic Italian recipes. Emphasis is placed on simple, fresh ingredients and Italian cooking methods. Rotisseries are used for a variety of preparations. Pizzas are baked in a wood fired oven. Fresh pastas are made in-house daily, and dried pastas are imported from Italy. All meals are complemented by a selection of hand-made breads baked according to traditional methods. If you ask if there is a special, Vittorio Testa will reply, "Everything is Special!" and that is the core of what the menu is about. Vittorio Testa showcasing his own personal palate and cooking style, are represented through the menu and it provides him the opportunity to exhibit his cooking mastery.