Back to one of the best restaurants in town that whip up a mean dish of truffles! Casa Tartufo hasn't changed since my last visit - then again, it didn't need to.
Ambience/Decor
The floor-to-ceiling glass windows set within doors, and the huge mirror spanning the wall, came together to weave the illusion of a place that looked bigger than it actually was.
Service
The staff are quite well-versed in the language of food, able to recommend several beloved dishes and expertly advise on the type of wines to go with our dishes.
Food
A bread basket was set in front of us prior to our appetizers - a familiar action. Soft, moist bread dipped in fresh olive oil made us hungry for more.
It was love at first sight - I mean, bite - with the Capesante ($27.00), scallops swimming in a plate of truffle fondue.
The fondue was splendid, neither underwhelming with runniness nor being nauseatingly thick. Warm and soothing with underlying tones of truffle, it complimented the deliciously bouncy scallop which was cooked to perfection. There wasn't any burnt aftertaste at all. Flat, sundried tomatoes and black caviar finished off the dish.
The Porcini ($20.00) comprised leafy lettuce, spinach and rocket. Drops of vinegar dabbed onto the greens imparted an intense sensation, while crusty mushrooms, crunchy on the outside and springy on the inside, added some volume to the salad.
A heavenly aroma permuted the air when the Risotto Casa ($38.00) arrived at our table. However, in spite of the pleasantly smooth rice grains and the exotic flavor of truffle sprinkled in minimal quantity, it tasted very fishy because the sea urchin wasn't prepared thoroughly. This spoiled the experience for me.
The Lombata ($75.00 for 400 grams) came with a side helping of fries. Because of the rather uneven powder distribution, I didn't even realize they were truffle fries until my cousin pointed out that the white powder was the evasive fungus.
While the slim steak was well-marinated and sublime, we could not discern a single hint of truffle despite the fact that there were tiny pieces of black truffle on the beef's surface.
The Tangy Lemon Tart ($14.00) lived up to its name. The sharp citrus flavor made a dominant impression on the taste buds. The base broke quickly under light pressure, such that one could savor the lemony curds pressed against it.
Overall
Be charmed by Casa Tartufo's dainty offerings of food in an intimate setting that feels like home!
Halal Certified: No
Nearest MRT: Chinatown
The fondue was splendid, neither underwhelming with runniness nor being nauseatingly thick. Warm and soothing with underlying tones of truffle, it complimented the deliciously bouncy scallop which was cooked to perfection. There wasn't any burnt aftertaste at all. Flat, sundried tomatoes and black caviar finished off the dish.
The Porcini ($20.00) comprised leafy lettuce, spinach and rocket. Drops of vinegar dabbed onto the greens imparted an intense sensation, while crusty mushrooms, crunchy on the outside and springy on the inside, added some volume to the salad.
A heavenly aroma permuted the air when the Risotto Casa ($38.00) arrived at our table. However, in spite of the pleasantly smooth rice grains and the exotic flavor of truffle sprinkled in minimal quantity, it tasted very fishy because the sea urchin wasn't prepared thoroughly. This spoiled the experience for me.
The Lombata ($75.00 for 400 grams) came with a side helping of fries. Because of the rather uneven powder distribution, I didn't even realize they were truffle fries until my cousin pointed out that the white powder was the evasive fungus.
While the slim steak was well-marinated and sublime, we could not discern a single hint of truffle despite the fact that there were tiny pieces of black truffle on the beef's surface.
Overall
Be charmed by Casa Tartufo's dainty offerings of food in an intimate setting that feels like home!
Halal Certified: No
Food: 8.5/10
Ambience: 7/10
Service: 7.5/10
Nearest MRT: Chinatown
33 Erskine Road (entrance on Ann Siang Road)
The Scarlet Hotel
S(069333)
The Scarlet Hotel
S(069333)
Website: http://www.casatartufo.com/
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