Italian Extravaganza @ITC Gardenia - Ottimo, Bengaluru


Ottimo, which translates to ‘excellent’, is a signature Pan-Italian dining, that celebrates quintessential Italian dishes prepared from the finest local and imported ingredients. 

I was hosted at Ottimo to taste the new menu, my tasting experience here was a unique blend of modern and contemporary cuisine combined, while ensuring the traditional elements of Italian cuisine were not compromised.


What an incredible dining experience at the Chef's Table. A beautiful setting, friendly, passionate staff, very talented and innovative chefs who prepared delicious courses for us. It was truly a remarkable evening. 


The ambience and open kitchen concept encouraged us to interact with the chefs and taste unique ingredients.


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Our Tasting started with Prosciutto melon (Salty cured sliced of pork with ricotta cheese and melon is a classic combo)


Burrata sour cherry, toasted almonds ( soft and creamy melt in your mouth burrata cheese with a hint of sour cherry and crunch almonds paired well with red wine)



Assortment of Italian breads served with basil pesto and roasted bell pepper pesto.


Zuppa cauliflower chocolate soup (creamy soup with a slight crunch from pine nuts and hint of chocolate)



Tortelli al Granchio con la sua Salsa (Homemade crab and mascarpone ravioli tossed with crab bisque and tomato).   



I also tasted pumpkin ravioli which was very creamy.


Palate cleanser watermelon and mint sorbet 


Almond crusted australian lamb with jerusalem artichoke, gin and juniper berry jus



Deconstructed Tiramisu (mascarpone and  Savoiardi cookies, drenched in espresso) are all signatures dishes I got to enjoy.  The exclusive Italian affair was exquisite and one of a kind.

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