My momma, she always believed in a balanced meal.
She would say, darling, you should always have your starters..
tiny amuse bouche
Insalata di Granchio con Avocado e la sua Bisque Gelificata
Crab Salad with Avocado and Bisque Jelly
Prosciutto e Melone
Parma Ham with Rock Melon and Balsamic Sauce
Your fiber & veges,
Insalata di Spinaci e Indivia con Composta di Cipolle Rosse e Uovo Impanato
Spinach and Endive Salad with Golden Fried Egg and Red Onion Compote
Parmigiana di Melanzane
Baked Eggplant & Mozzarella Cheese Cake with Tomato and Basil
Your hearty soups,
Crema di Funghi Porcini al Tartufo
Porcini Mushroom Cream with Truffle
Your energy giving Carbohydrates,
Tagliolini con ‘Nduja e Aragosta
Tagliolini with Lobster and Spicy ‘Calabria’ Salami
Rigatoni stuffed with pork and topped with a generous amount of truffle slices
Ravioli di Mare con Bisque e Dragoncello
Seafood Ravioli with Shellfish & Tarragon Emulsion
Your strengthening Proteins..
Maialino da Latte con Salsa alle Prugne
Sardinian Roasted Suckling Pig with Plum Sauce
Risotto allo Champagne e Tartufo
Champagne Risotto, prawns with Truffle
Wagyu Beef Cheek with Fava beans
Even your luscious Fats..
Fegato d’Oca con Galletta di Patate Dolci e Salsa alla Saba
Pan Fried Goose Liver with Saba Wine Must and Sweet Potato Galette
Oh, and last but not least, your sweet desserts!
(Top L – R)
1. Vanilla Pannacotta with Cinnamon Caramel and Fresh Berries, 2. Molten Lava Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Ice cream, 3. Traditional Tiramisu, 4. Creme Brule Symphony with Vanilla, Coffee, Pistachio and Strawberry
Now, I for one, never argue with my someone as smart as mom. Agree?
il Lido. Think private club. Think modern deco. Think expensive and chic.
Located on the 1st floor, just off Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, il Lido is the KL offshoot of the famous Italian restaurant in Singapore’s Sentosa Golf Club started by restaurateur Beppe de Vito. As you step out of the lift to the first floor you will notice dark, posh surroundings where people only talk in controlled whispers. That is, till we arrived.
We were being hosted by Lyla, their bubbly sales and marketing manager. Lyla is Singaporean and has worked with il Lido before and as such, knew a lot about the business. I think that bottom left picture of Lyla show’s FBB and Jon trying to give their hearts to her, because she is so sweet.
“Take-a-my-heart-ah ! ”
Some people might find the dim lighting and simple, stark decor a little too clinical.. too impersonal. I like it as long as the seats are comfortable and there is enough light to take my photo shots! (Thanks Marian for organizing brighter lights just for us that night!)
So the food. How was the food?
If you guys read my last post on dinner at il Lido, me and Cumi had not much time here as we were dashing off to another party. As such, we only tried the fish and a pasta. The fish was unfortunately rather “fishy” and the pasta was rather over-done. This time however, I had little complains because the dishes we sampled were exceptionally good.
My favourites for the night were the Baked Eggplant & Mozzarella Cheese Cake with Tomato and Basil – light yet sinfully cheesy, the Porcini Mushroom Cream with Truffle- musky and rich with that heady aroma of truffle that is unmistakably pungent and of course, the Rigatoni stuffed with pork and topped with a generous amount of truffle slices – another great dish if you are a truffle and pasta fan.
Later, I also thoroughly enjoyed and would highly recommend, the Sardinian Roasted Suckling Pig with Plum Sauce for it’s crispy crackling skin done to perfection, as well as the Tagliolini with Lobster and Spicy “Calabria” Salami whose spiciness lies in the ingredients in the salami itself. Finally the dish for me, that you must not miss, the Wagyu beef cheeks with Fava Beans. Talk about melting away all the tightness in my muscle, after a long day’s work – this melt in your mouth wagyu cheek did more than just fill my tummy. It melted all the tension in my limbs away too! Lovely.
If you are wondering why the pasta menu is so extensive at il Lido, that’s because those listed under ‘Gourmet’ are the ones recommended by the Chef, while the ‘Handmade Pastas’ are your regular favourites on the menu. Also, il Lido being a non-halal restaurant means you can eat all the authentic pork bits in your food as well – no substitution with beef bacon. I love the real McCoy, don’t you?
Finally, just as momma always says to end the night on a sweet note, they brought out the 1. Vanilla Pannacotta with Cinnamon Caramel and Fresh Berries, 2. Molten Lava Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Ice cream, 3. Traditional Tiramisu, 4. Creme Brule Symphony with Vanilla, Coffee, Pistachio and Strawberry! Ooo.. choices, choices.. spoilt for choice eh? If someone says, Ciki pick one and name your favourite, I would definitely yell Pannacotta! Thick, creamy and smooth, this was the ultimate dessert for me. Totally spot on in the density and smoothness department. If you like yours light, wobbly and more gelatinous, this dense solid Pannacotta is not for you. Pass it over then, I’ll finish it;)
After dinner we were invited upstairs to see their Rooftop Lounge and this breeze pad has a bar, a DJ’s turntable/studio area plus a phenomenal view of the KL skyline.
il Lido restaurant is a great place to splurge on a loved one. And even if your pockets are not so deep and you’re holding out for pay-day that is just around the corner, there is always the option of the better value 6-course Classic, 7-course Degustation or a 4-course Lunch. One word of caution, stay away from the fishy dishes though. Stick to meats and pastas and you will do just fine! Thanks Lyla for hosting and Marian for the invite. A spectacular dinner.
Il Lido.. Truffle heaven!
Add:il Lido Lot 183 Jalan Mayang Off Jalan Yap Kwan Seng 50450 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 603 2161 2291/Fax: 603 2163 5545 Opening Hours: Lunch: Monday – Friday 12-2.30pm Dinner: Monday – Saturday 6.30-10.30pm Bar: Monday – Saturday 5pm – 1am. Google Maps
Wahhhh. I have yet to go back there since they revamped the menu. So hungry! Must convince BE to go there again (although BE doesn’t need much convincing considering that this is his favourite restaurant. heh).
wow, i think i just posted this post, 2 seconds ago. Speedy Lemongrass, LOL!
Sooooo nice! Must bring Mama here girl.
si si mama! 😀
so u have totally been converted to an il lido lover?
ROFLMAO, i knew you would ask me.. that’s why i said, it was a stark difference from the time we dined alone. Only time will tell. Wanna go with me again? LOL
haha lets see next march!
so you ARE coming back then 😛
Tagliolini with Lobster and Spicy ‘Calabria’ Salami – on the photo alone, makes me want to have pasta tonight! And the foie gras with the sweet potato.. YARMEE!
Only thing is, I wouldn’t like to go the the loo when I drunk.. too gelap and hitam, I just might miss the target!! 😀
GFAD ! watch it.. don’t fall downnnnnn ! hurhur
waaa looks aweosme, i is hungers naooo!
i know.. KY, you would love it! lets go again soon eh;)
Yum Yum Yum Seng. I nearly fainted when I saw the food. The menu revamp has done them good, and the much postponed repeat visit is in order.
well PA.. you can bring ME & my Momma!!! we await ur invite ROFL!! hahahaha
Just one word: DECADENT. 😀
eat your FATS boy! LOL
Haha, MY fats can eat the fats, girl! 😛
LOL.. Your fats will wave to the fats 😛
Yum yum YUM! What a beautiful and mouth-watering post!!! You never disappoint! 🙂
Kathryn
kathryn .. when r you coming?
Yarrrrrrmy… 😀 😀 😀 *drool*
(Ooh. And also lurve that shot of KLCC – very nice!)
me too!
Sigh.. can’t seem to hold back my saliva 😛
eeks! pass you a bib!
Your pictures are PURE EVIL! You make me wanna call Lyla now and tell her I’m on my way there. >.<
call her quick LOL
It looks extremely good!!!!! Oh man, it’s dinner time here, and I’m starving! 🙂
and It’s first time I seeamuse bouche. I just heard about it and there it is!
Wow, wonderful food review girl!
thanks dear
i can’t wait for them to revamp their menu AGAIN! but yeah, it’s now august, and this is my favorite new restaurant so far for 2010 😀
i know sean! you practically live here!
wahhh, everything is looking so nice, fancy and fine
mmm, so bring ur boyfriend lor..
yeah, who are we to argue with mama? she’s one smart lady.
that’s right!
I thought I ate well at Per Se. But it looks like someone had a feast at Il Lido. You know, your blog has really opened my eyes to the wonderful world of haute cuisine in Malaysia! Thanks!
so, does that mean you , hubs and the baby will visit soon..? YAY!
Is it your photos that made the food there look super duper delish? Gorgeous, Ciki gal!
thanks chris!
The soup is kinda thick in texture huh?
thick, creamy.. so thick you could stand a teaspoon in it , YES!
i think hor, you literally took your mommy’s advice, and always had your starters, and stopped at that….that’s why you so svelte. an amuse bouche a day keeps the triglycerides away eh! great meal hor. was i there? sounds like a distant dream.
ROFL! FBB.. very funny la you 😛
yes you were there. that’s you, gobbling up the fwah grah:P
OMG that’s really a lot of food! Looks like Il Lido is really a fine place for fine food..
Semplicemente bella cibo e le fotografie di questa settimana!!!
Beautiful food & photography this week guys!!
Maialino da Latte con Salsa alle Prugne is Molto Delicious!!!
A well deserved review after unwarranted of bashing on Facebook. My client had a wonderful event there. Will dine there soon. Thumbs up!
What a sumptuous meal! One your mama deserves! I totally love the photos!
Say hi to Lyla for me!
Camemberu, wilson, Dave, Eiling:
Food that is too sinful for words. A must try!