CARROLL GARDENS — An Italian eatery specializing in cuisine from the northern region of the country opened its doors in Carroll Gardens earlier this month.
Gersi, located at 316 Court St., took over the former location of Dosa Royale, which shuttered this past April.
The restaurant officially opened in July 7, said co-owner Gersi Mamega, who had spent more than a decade managing East Village eatery "Supper."
This is the first restaurant for Mamega and his wife, Susannah, who live in the neighborhood.
Gersi also has a backyard, where Susannah has planted poinsettias, figs, grapes and basil, he said.
Many of the ingredients, including pastas, are made in-house, Mamega said. They also focus on cooking with seasonal vegetables and use Carroll Gardens's local farmers market for inspiration.
The restaurant is open for dinner seven nights a week and also serves weekend brunch.
"The concept is keeping it simple," Mamega said, "one or two main ingredients."
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Other openings and closings in the area include:
► La Casita, a yarn shop and café at 253 Smith St., shuttered on July 1 after more than six years in the neighborhood, according to a note posted on the storefront. The space also offered knitting and crocheting classes for all ages and levels of experience.
► Park Slope's Purbird, known for its signature "flame grilled chicken" has opened its second location at Henry and Sackett streets in Carroll Gardens.
► Loving Pet Food, at 145 Smith St., has closed its doors.
