Local restaurant operations expert Mike Smith took over as owner of Italian restaurant Andiamo Ristorante, located at 2521 Rutland Drive Ste. 325, in April.

Smith has over 20 years of experience in the industry and has led several well-known Austin restaurants over the past 20 years, including Gumbo’s, Shoreline Grill and Jeffrey’s.

Andiamo opened in 2004 and serves authentic Italian cuisine such as homemade pastas, veal scallopini and tiramisu. The restaurant also offers Italian wines, a seasonal menu and monthly wine dinner events.

512-719-3377. www.andiamoitaliano.com