My sister and i were shopping at IKEA when we decided to stop by Carluccio's for a mini bite...we were not hungry just wanted to sit back and relax for sometime with a nice cup of coffee and some dessert!! the place came to us as a surprise...we loved it!! the interiors and the shelf full of pasta's ,sauces ,mushrooms, chocolates and carluccio's cookbooks and lots of other stuff!! it was a treat for my eyes!! there was a big ball of parmigiano reggiano (which i couldnt stop nibbling off) was for KD 2.000 per 100grams...there was biscotti and cookies and freshly baked bread!! everything looked delicious!!there was a counter full of salads and sauces and desserts ready to feast on....
After looking around for a while we got seated and waited for our menu..meanwhile we were looking at the specials which was on the wall right next to our table..the menu is to the point simple and clean with a few to choose from so no confusion! but since it was our first time we didnt know what to order so we took some help from the host!!
Our Order:
- Crosta si fragole r mascarpone (Puff pastry centered with fresh strawberries ,mascarpone and strawberry coulis topped with confectionary sugar and mint leaves) KD 2.000
- Crema bruciata (a smooth and creamy homemade coffee creme brulee topped with chocolate covered coffee ball and mint leave ) KD 1.900
- Tiramisu (savoiardi biscuits soaked in strong espresso coffee with mascarpone and chocolate) KD 2.000
- Cafe latte KD 1.250
Total Cost KD 7.150
Super yummylicious!!! i loved it all!!! lets start with the coffee ,it was strong and had the usual taste ..i loved the design on the latte with the cream (heart shape) !!next came the puff pastry with strawberries and mascarpone... puff pastry sandwich with fresh mascarpone and juicy big strawberries...yumm!!! then came the coffee creme brulee...wow!! that was delish to begin with ...the flavor of coffee infused in soft creamy custardy creme brulee... yummooo!!!!and last but not the least the Tiramisu ...it killed us..it was delicious...we loved it!! although its cocoa powder got stuck on to our teeth we still didnt mind it coz it was creamy, juicy and delicious!! with each spoon we went all yumm and hmmm... :) we were literally high on rich desserts!! :)
We totally enjoyed the desserts..will go back soon to try out their main course.
Towards the end of the bill you have a note that says :"try carluccio's porcini pasta from Puglia,perfect with porcini sauce and freshly grated parmigiano reggiano."
Bavette paste KD 2.500
Porcini sauce KD 1.750
Overall,
- Taste, quality , quantity & presentation was good
- Delightful Ambience
- Simple cozy and modern cafe style interiors (keeping in mind the feel of an Italian cafe)
- Plenty of seating area (indoors)
- Staff was friendly and helpful - good service
- a little pricy but worth it!! reasonable for two
- Lovely items to choose from the shelf's
The Breakfast timings are from 9:00 am onwards!! they serve the breakfast menu whenever you wish to have!!! sounds awesome to me..i love breakfast food :)
So usually we never review a restaurant or a cafe this early of its opening..but they are doing pretty good and we wish them all the very best!! :)
Thank You Momo for a wonderful evening!! its always fun with you !! XoXo!!
Location : The Avenues Mall Kuwait - Phase I - Level I - on top of Forever 21
Contact: 22597310
More About Antonio Carluccio
Official Website...
Breakfast Menu...
Main Course Menu...
Dessert Menu...
(its the same menu without the wine)
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