A Taste of Italy is a small neighborhood Italian grocery and deli with a few tables for dining inside or out.  Todd Ferin opened it in June 1996 to provide quality Italian products to customers and sandwiches featuring premium meats and cheeses.  Clive is a small town just north of West Des Moines, so about 15 minutes from the city center.  One of their most popular sandwiches is the Chicago beef sandwich, which is what we split.  The counter is at the back of the place and your order there and they will call your name if it’s to go or bring it to you at your table if you want to eat in.  It was an incredible sandwich and one I’d heartily recommend to you if you are in the Des Moines area.  The people are friendly and the flavor will totally satisfy you.  It was so good when we tried another place the next day we tossed those sandwiches and came back here for another.  Don’t miss this place. Continue reading →