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Brodo di Pesce--RM 32++ Tomato Seafood soup, served with a piece of toasted white bread.

    To be good at Italian food, the flavours must be rich and natural, warm and comforting. That was exactly what we got from the dinner at Pietro's. My favourite was the starter--tomato seafood soup. It was cooked in sweet and sourish tomato broth, together with fresh and juicy seafood that added tonnes of sweetness and flavours.

Mushroom & Truffle Risotto--RM 35++ mushroom and risotto, cooked with risotto soaked in white wine and broth.

Carbonara--RM 32++ Carbonara cooked with beef bacon, served with pasta of choice

D'Agnello--RM 55++ Roasted lamb racked, served with salad and potato wedges, dressed with balsamic vinaigrette and sauce.

   Our main dishes did not disappoint as well. The mushroom risotto tasted like ten types of mushroom blended together, giving out such an intense and earthy mushroom essence in the well cooked risotto. Carbonara was a little bit too creamy to my liking, but i appreciate the al dente spaghetti that was so pleasant to bite in. Our lamb racks was cooked to perfection with our request of medium rare, just a little bit too salty. I would prefer to have more sauce to go with this dish as well.

Hot Chocolate--RM 10++

    I need not say further that we truly enjoyed the warm service, modern interior and wonderful dinner we had in Pietro's. I wonder why this hidden gem has yet to reach out to the community in Klang Valley. If you are wondering where to spend this festive season with loved ones, give Pietro a try. I mean, who will reject some good old Italian food right? Have a wonderful week ahead! xoxo.


More Information~
Website: http://www.pietro.com.my/
Address: Ground Floor, Bangunan ECM Libra, 8, Jalan Damansara Endah, Damansara Heights, 50490 Kuala Lumpur.
Phone No.: 03-20936433

   T.G.I.F! I can't believe it's Friday already. After a long week of assignments, classes, presentations, projects and more, i can finally hit the off button, and have some 'me-time'. What's better to take some time to sit down and write about a new blog entry to share with you guys another new cafe i visited recently right? The star of the day is again, coffee & cake (what else is new?) from Fahrenheit 600, Publika. I went there 2 weeks ago with some of my crazy girlfriends. T'was a fun day out indeed! :)




   Fahrenheit 600 is located just behind Ben's, Publika. It is well known for its brick oven which they use to bake their signature pizza at the temperature non other than 600 F. The ambiance itself has an old Italian feel, with bricks, woods and warm lighting.

Strawberry Royal Cake--RM 10.90++

   A simple sponge cake, soaked in syrup, sandwiching some fresh whipped cream and fresh strawberries. This is a very feminine and simple dessert. I like the softness of the sponge cake, but it was too sweet to my liking.

Hot Cappuccino--RM 8.90++

   My cappuccino was good, but not memorable. I like its richness, nutty, earthy coffee flavor, along with creamy goodness of the milk. The best thing was the unique coffee art i received. I am still trying to figure out what exactly the barista gave me. A swan perhaps?

Hot Mocha--RM 9.90

Salted Caramel Latte--RM 9.90

   A special flavor coffee that you hardly get elsewhere. However, i would still prefer Kaffa Espresso Bar's version.

Latte--RM 8.90++

   Overall, their coffee was enjoyable, desserts was delighting. I would love to try their brunch and pizza menu next time. I believe i will be impressed since those are their specialty. Nevertheless, i enjoyed the service and ambiance that day. You can truly relax and unwind yourself with friends, over a cup of good caffeine. That's all for the day, enjoy your week ahead! xoxo

me and the girls!

Contact info~
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fahrenheit600

   Another crazy week has gone by. I am always looking forward to the weekends, because it is the time for me to take a break from all things in life and hide in my cozy harbor, rest, recharge and reflect. I know, i have been MIA for too long, so today's post is going to be something new, i'll be writing about Italian cuisine. It was around one month ago when we celebrated the boys' birthday in La Risata, Medan Damansara. 




   It is not that hard to locate La Risata. It is situated just behind Victoria Station, off the Sprint Highway, towards Bangsar & KL direction. La Risata has been a trusty old brand around this area, serving warm and hearty Italian cuisine for the food lovers.


   Complimentary basket of bread, served with olive oil, vinegar and herbs. This is a good started while waiting for our orders.

Clockwise: Iced Lemon Tea--RM 8++ Iced Coffee- RM 9++ Hot Latte--RM 8++

Insalata Peperoni Arostiti Mozarella--RM 18++ Mixed leaf salad, roasted red peppers & mozzarella with an anchovy pesto dressing & croutons

Stinco D'Agnello--RM 36++ Wood fired oven braised lamb shank in a rosemary sauce on a bed of mashed potato

   The lamb shank was quite up to standard. It was well-braised, well flavoured and the meat was surprisingly tender and melt-in-your-mouth smooth. However, i still think Monte's lamb shank is number one!

Pizza Romano--RM 28++ Anchovy, fresh basil, tomato, mozzarella & parmesan shavings

   This pizza was a fairly simple dish. A plain pizza base topped with tomato sauce, basil leaves and cheese. However, the basil's fragrant really went well with the richness of the tomato and cheese. It is simply beautiful.

Pizza Salmone--RM 32++ Smoked salmon on a light cream base with caper & sliced onion

   This pizza is still my favourite of the day, simply beacuse i love salmon. As usual, smoked salmon goes well with cream cheese. However, i found the smoked salmon was a bit too salty to my liking. Otherwise, it would be a great dish.

Tiramisu (Pick-Me-Up!)--RM 16++ Layers of Savoiardi biscuits soaked in espresso & filled with Italian mascarpone cream cheese

   We ended our course with a dessert item, a must-have while dining in Italian restaurant--Tiramisu. This dessert is completely Halal, without alcohol. Therefore, our Muslim friends can enjoy this dish as well. I find this dessert average, the cheese was too thick and i would have love this if the coffee were stronger.

   Overall, La Risata serves good Italian food. I appreciate their traditional Italian food menu, the old wooden interior design and good service. The pricing is considered above average, approximately RM 50 per person. It would be great if they can offer a more affordable set lunch. Nevertheless, the crowd is still plenty, their business was good! I guess this restaurant could not satisfy my hunger for good traditional Italian cuisine, i will continue my quest in search for the best in town! That's all for today, i hope you enjoy this post. Have a pleasant day ahead! xoxo.

Le birthday boys--Aaron & Jason

Group shot!

 Contact info~
Website: http://la-risata.com/index.html
Menu: http://la-risata.com/cibo-and-bivande.html

   Joy to the world!! Okay, i know Christmas is not here yet, but i'm already over the moon as i just finished my exam!! So let's welcome my long awaited one week holiday!! Today i'll be writing about my trip back to Penang 2 weeks ago, where me and my dear cousin, Caryn, went for a sweet date in the newly launched Gurney Paragon! As some of you Penangnites might now, Gurney Paragon is a newly developed sophisticated shopping and lifestyle mall just beside the Gurney Mall. It declares itself to be the new heart of Penang, promising endless fun, shopping, dining and entertainment experience to the Penang citizens. Since i was back in town that weekend, i brought my dearest cousie to this new mall just to have a feel of it!

1. Lunarich Pizza & Pasta


   That day, the whole Penang was so jam, i spent like 2.5 hours just to reach Gurney Paragon. Therefore, we only managed to have late lunch at Lunarich. Lunarich is an Italian Restaurant, emphasizes on its belief in slow food culture, located on the second floor of the mall, right opposite of The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. It is a bit tricky to find this place at first because the mall is a U-shape building, in order to get from right side to left side, you need to take a big round from the inside of the mall. Anyway, you will be able to find it eventually, just ask the direction from the friendly security guards around.

   I've heard so much good review about their pasta and pizza, but we were not feeling very hungry to order both. Hence, we only ordered a Pumpkin Soup and a Bismark Pizza to share. Thank goodness we did not order another pasta, cause we were really stuffed and had to take away the remaining pizza.

Pumpkin Soup--RM 12.90

Bismark Pizza--RM 38 Tomato sauce base topped with mozzarella cheese, pepperoncino, chili flake, bacon, onion ring and egg

      If you ask me to describe the pizza in one word, it would be: HEAVENLY! Seriously, the Bismark Pizza we had was so amazing in all aspect. It was special, cause it was the first pizza with egg i have ever tasted. The bacon and generous amount of mozzarella cheese incorporated extremely well together. The pizza base was thin and crunchy and i like the amount of chili powder within. It gave the entire item a slight kick. On the other hand, the pumpkin soup was smooth, earthy and creamy, but lack of some extra texture within. Some bread crumbs would be nice.

Le happy blogger!! *satisfied

    Both of us were pretty satisfied with the food, service and environment in Lunarich. Each person costs around RM 45++, considered above average. This restaurant has high potential and it is definitely on my list of good Italian food in Penang.


Contact info~
Website: http://www.lunarich.com.my/

2. Brown Pocket, Penang @ 6
   After our late lunch, we went up to Level 6  to have desserts in Brown Pocket. It is a newly opened cafe, just right outside of Penang @ 6. You can also take a lift up to the 6th floor, the cafe is right opposite the lift, very accessible.




   From the photos, you can tell that the cafe is brand new, with modern and relaxing ambiance. We ordered a Triple Chocolate Waffle and a glass of iced cappuccino.

The popular triple chocolate waffle--RM 18.90

2 pieces of waffle with vanilla, chocolate ice-cream, whipped cream, strawberries and 3 types of chocolate sauce

Pardon my vanity :)

   We absolutely love this desserts! I appreciate the texture and the ration of flour and egg in the waffle. The ice-cream were topped with strawberries and oreo cookie crumble, gave some uniqueness into this dish. Besides, the 3 types of chocolate sauce: dark chocolate, milk chocolate and white chocolate gave the diners some fun to play with as you can pour them on your waffle, decorating it as you wish. Thumbs up for this dessert. However, i was not impress at all with my iced cappuccino. The coffee essence was too puckering, way too overwhelming for me. 

From my point of view: skyline of Georgetown

   Happy 21st birthday to me!! Yea, yours truly turned 21 two weeks ago. Sigh, turning 21 is like a mixed feeling. I feel excited and looking forward to the unlimited possibilities that life has to offer. At the same time, i just don't wanna grow up, cause this means that it's time for me to take up responsibilities, duties, works and face all those complicated problems. Anyhow, i have got no choice right? Just appreciate every seconds of life, live it to the fullest!

   Well, today i'm gonna blog about my birthday dinner at Opus Bistro, organised by dearest Ms. Zheng, along with my fellow high school friends. I was more than happy to see all of them because it had been such a long time we haven't catch up and have fun! Plus, it was after my exam, so this dinner just came in handy for me to unwind and celebrate my ageing. LOL. Zheng suggested this place on Jalan Bangkung, a hidden Italian restaurant in the middle of Bangsar's housing area. It was pretty tricky to find without a GPS, so i advise you to bring one or study the map before going.

   We ordered a an Opus' Famous Shellfish Surprise as an appetizer to share. I had a Spaghetti Seafood in Squid Ink Sauce as my main, the rest of the girls had Spaghetti Ala Opus, Spaghetti Aragosta, Spinach Ravioli and Roasted Cod.

Opus' Shellfish Surprise--RM 26++ Fresh mixed shellfish in light tomato broth

Roasted Cod--RM 56++ with the choice of lemon caper sauce or white wine kalamata sauce, served with steamed vegetables

Spinach Ravioli--RM 36++ in gorgonzola cheese sauce or fresh tomato sauce *ravioli is an italian pasta filled with spinach, garlic and seasoning

Spaghetti Ala Opus--RM 36++ mixed seafood in tomato sauce

Spaghetti Aragosta--RM 36++ fresh lobster meat in tomato sauce

Spaghetti Seafood in Squid Ink Sauce--RM 36++