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| Grissini |
Grand
Copthorne Waterfront has unveiled Grissini, their new modern Italian
dining destination. Located in the ground floor, this modern setting
Italian restaurant is inspired from the popular dipping stick /
breadstick, originated from Turin.
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| Modern Open Kitchen Concept |
Though
the décor of the restaurant is modern, Grissini still served the
authentic Italian cuisine. True to its name, appetizer here are
breadsticks. They are freshly baked and crisp, served with sundried
tomatoes, basil and mayonnaise aioli. It was just simply too
addictive, I have to stop myself from overeating.
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| Part of the Dining Area - Check out the Breadsticks on the table |
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| Grissini with sundried tomatoes, basil and mayonnaise aioli |
Following
the traditional dining customs, we started the dinner with
Charcuterie Platter, Prosciutto Di Parma ($16). Thinly sliced parma
ham, served with parmesan cheese and breadstick. The fig and fruit
jelly on the side gave a contrasting flavour to the salty and complex
texture of the parma ham.
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| Charcuterie Platter, Prosciutto Di Parma |
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| Smoked Cheese Salad |
Meanwhile
the Cheese with Parma Ham salad, the parma ham was wrap around
buffalo mozzarella then pan fried. Resulting in crispy texture, with
creamy and gooey interior. Served with baby rocket and crushed
Taggiasca olives. Though I am not an olive fans except in oil form, I
can appreciate the flavour on this salad.
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| Cheese with Parma Ham |
For those
who like something light and refreshing, the Heirloom Tomato Salad
($24) will be a good option. The sliced tomatoes are sweet and the
juice just burst out when you bit into it. The olive add the salty
contrasting flavour to the dish, while the extra virgin olive oil
with shaved parmesan bind the dish together. A true summer salad.
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| Heirloom Tomato Salad |
Moving on
the next stage of Italian dining experience to pasta. Mushroom
Risotto ($24). Al dente rice soaked up the robust porcini mushroom
broth. Although the traditionalist Italian does not use butter in
their risotto, it does not bother me. What I looked for is the thick,
creamy, cheesy risotto and I got mine here. Yum Yum.
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| Mushroom Risotto |
Tortelli
Veal Cheek ($24). Italian version of wanton, filled with veal cheek.
The pasta sheets are consistently thin and good springy texture to
it, while the veal cheek is just succulent filled with burst of
flavour. Covered with rich buttery taste and rich parmesan cheese, it
really enhanced the 'Italian Wanton' experience.
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| Tortelli Veal Cheek |
Spaghetti
Clams ($24). One of my favourite pasta. The clams are fresh, plump,
sweet and juicy. While the finishing touch of Sicilian Extra Virgin
Olive Oil, definitely take this dish to another level.
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| Spaghetti Clams |
Boston
Lobster Linguine ($36). The al dente artisanal linguine is well
coated with rich tomato base sauce. The mini tomatoes add to the
tanginess of the dish, to balance the sweet and brainy flavour from
the lobster. I wish there was just more lobster meat in it.
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| Boston Lobster Linguine |
The main
dishes cooked using Josper oven (known as the combination of grill
and oven in a single machine) is something to look forward to. Josper
oven burned top quality charcoal, which will lock in the moisture and
flavour in the meat or other protein that you cook with it. Truly a
Chef's toy.
Octopus
(grilled - $36) is definitely not to be missed. It is thick, tender,
and succulent with a touch of springiness in it. For BBQ lovers, the
intense charcoal aroma will definitely wake up your appetite. Simply
served with baby rocket and roasted potatoes, it was an amazing
simple delicacy.
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| Grill Octopus |
Wagyu
Ribeye ($78). Nicely marbled ribeye with was juicy and meaty. The
josper oven seal the juice perfectly, it just melts in your mouth. I
only wish that the cut of the meat can be thicker.
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| Wagyu Ribeye |
Spring
Chicken ($38). This mini chick is just succulent. You can actually
taste the chicken without any seasoning at all, except for the
aromatic charred. Simple and delicious, although it can do with a
touch more of seasoning.
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| Spring Chicken |
Ending
the evening with a sweet note were Chocolate Tart ($14), Limoncello
Tiramisu ($14) and assorted Gelato ($8 per scoop). The chocolate tart
is filled with warm hazelnut and light chocolate cream. The crust of
the tart is crispy, the chocolate twirl and Pistachio Ice Cream made
it a complete dessert.
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| Chocolate Tart |
Limoncello
Tiramisu, a different version of the regular tiramisu that we have
come to known. Using the lemon liqueur instead of coffee liqueor,
this tiramisu is sweet with a hint of tanginess. The sweet hazelnut
chocolate provided a contrasting texture, while the lemon sorbet
definitely give you a tangy refreshing feel to end your meal.
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| Limoncello Tiramisu |
Meanwhile,
if you prefer something simple, check out the range of artisan gelato
that they served here. Using commonly found ingredients and spices
that use on the savoury cooking, and turning it into a gelato is just
interesting. I sample the Parmesan, Basil, Black Truffle Oil,
Balsamic Vinegar and Sundried Tomatoes. Though I don't agree with the
flavours, it is definitely interesting.
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| Assorted Gelato (From Left: Parmesan, Basil, Black Truffle Oil, Balsamic Vinegar and Sundried Tomatoes.) |
Overall,
Grissini is definitely a place to go for traditional Italian food in
modern settings. All of the items on the menu are worth trying, I
don't even know where to start. So check out Grissini or Grand
Copthorne Waterfront Borderless Brunch in my next review. Saluti!!
Cheers!!
Food
& Drink: 8.5/10
Value:
7.5/10
Service:
N/A (Tasting Invitation)
Ambiance:
8.5/10
Budget
per Person: $26 - $50
Grissini
392
Havelock Road
Level 1,
Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel
Singapore
169663
T: +65
6233 1100
IG:
@Grandcopthornewaterfront #grandcopthorne
OH:
Daily
12.00 – 14.30; 18.30 – 23.00
Brunch
(Sunday Only) 12.30 – 15.30
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