when a craving for authentic tuscan cuisine takes over, a great place to tame it is one of three west coast-based rosti tuscan kitchens in southern california. pronounced “roast-y” the santa monica locale reminded us that we didn’t absolutely have to be in italy to enjoy the aroma of freshly baking bread, signature pasta and secret family recipe sauces, and all things savory involved with impressive italian favorites sure to keep anyfoodconnoisseur pleased. freshly baked bread & free indoor corkage it was a crowded thursday night. my husband and i contemplated departing with the heavily populated eatery, but decided to wait a few more minutes despite. before we knew it, the hostess led us to a candlelit romantic table for two window side, and left us with menus and wine glasses for the wine we brought with us until our server would arrive. the ambiance was warm and inviting and heavenly scented with the likes of fresh basil, crushed tomatoes, and pizza dough boldly wafting through t