Family-run St Albans restaurant Per Tutti has announced it will set up shop in Harpenden, with plans to open before Christmas.

The Italian eatery will be taking up residence at 1A Vaughan Road, replacing Rosanna's.

While an exact opening date is yet to be confirmed, organisers are planning to open in time for Christmas.

Announcing the news on social media, the restaurant said: "Our newest location will open in the next 8 weeks, just in time for festive celebrations.

"Get ready for authentic Italian food for the perfect holiday season."

That authentic experience is led by chef Jovanni, who will bring to Harpenden 15 years of experience in kitchens across Hertfordshire and London.

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The outlet prides itself on the atmosphere of its three current restaurants, with its website saying: "From intimate romantic dinners to lively family gatherings and everything in between, our space is designed to make every visit special, ensuring a balance of comfort and excitement."

The name is the Italian translation of "for everyone", a mantra that the business prides itself on.

The menu for the St Albans branch offers a wide variety of dishes, with separate lunch, dinner and A La Carte menus.

The news has been met with excitement on social media, with many St Albans residents keen to tell the people of Harpenden how "lucky" they are to have Per Tutti arriving in the town.

The eatery has long been a hit with customers in St Albans, where it occupies 30 Holywell Hill.

It also has sites in Radlett and Berkhamsted, and are now set for a fourth location in Harpenden.