Owner Lino Pertusiniis from Lake Como, Italy, in the northern region of Lombardi.  For generations the Pertusini family has been associated with the finest restaurants and grand hotels of southern Europe. Lino has been awarded the title of Cavaliere, an order of Italian knighthood, for helping to spread Italian culture through cuisine.  The gourmet organization Ciao Italia has certified Osteria d’Assisi in recognition of its commitment to maintain Italian culinary traditions for food and service throughout the world.