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| Margherita DOP |
Amò is a concept
by IlLido group, an F&B group known for its collection of unique and high-quality
dining concepts. Most of IlLido concept is based on Italian and Mediterranean
cuisine, paying homage to its owner, Italian restauranteur Beppe De Vito. Amò
is a casual communal dining concept, focusing on antipasti, artisan pastas,
homemade pizzas and large serving of mains.
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| Amò |
A
must try in Amò
is their pizzas. According to their website, Amò pizza is made with natural
leaven, semolina and extra virgin olive oil. They are light, seasonal and easy
to digest - the result of patience, exceptional produce, and a fine-tuned
knowledge of food chemistry.
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| Olives |
In their
ala-carte menu, their pizza is categorised into classic and signature. We
started with the classic Margherita DOP ($25). Buffalo Mozzarella, San
Marzano Tomato, Basil. The crust is soft with a slight charred and bitterness
from the high heat oven. The buffalo mozzarella is soft and creamy, while the
wetness from the tomato together with fresh basil just deliver amazing flavour
in this dish. Delizioso!!
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| Margherita DOP |
(Side
Note: DOP is an abbreviation for the Italian phrase Denominazione di Origine
Protetta -- "protected name of origin." If a product is labelled DOP,
you can be sure that it has been produced, processed in a specific geographical
zone and according to tradition.” – Quoted from different sources. In this
case, the flour, cheese, tomato and herbs are from particular regions in
Italy).
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| Margherita DOP |
Broccolini,
Pancetta, Pumpkin, Smoked Mozzarella ($28) is their signature pizza. My first
time trying pumpkin pizza. The toppings are thick, using the pumpkin puree as
the base instead of tomato. It has a nice smoky aroma from the smoked
mozzarella, followed with nice salty and porky flavour from the pancetta. A good
combination between sweet and savoury.
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| Broccolini, Pancetta, Pumpkin, Smoked Mozzarella |
Pork
Sausage, Caramelised Onions, Potatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella ($29). Another first
time for me eating a pizza with potatoes in it. The pork sausage is savoury,
the opposite of the sweet caramelised onions. The buffalo mozzarella adds the
creaminess but looks a bit lost in between the potatoes. Tasted like eating
bread dipped in potato soup. It will probably taste better if there are more
pork sausages.
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| Pork Sausage, Caramelised Onions, Potatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella |
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| Pork Sausage, Caramelised Onions, Potatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella |
Iberico
Pork Chop with Spicy Broccolini and Celeriac Puree ($32). The pork chop is
nicely grilled, tender with a good oink oink bite in it. However, we notice
that some area of the pork is a bit dry. The celeriac puree is smooth, while
the spicy broccolini added a bit of spark to this dish.
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| Iberico Pork Chop with Spicy Broccolini and Celeriac Puree |
For
the sides, we ordered Roasted Mushrooms with Egg Confit ($12) & Hand Cut
Fries with Rosemary ($12). Both of these side dishes are awesome. The roasted
mushrooms are butter and packs with solid mushrooms flavour. The velvety egg
confit adds a silky and creamy texture to the dish.
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| Roasted Mushrooms with Egg Confit |
The
rosemary fries are awesome. It is crispy externally and moist internally. The
rosemary herbs are generously sprinkled on the fries, as the aroma of it linger
with each bite of the fries. It is served with truffle mayo to add the
creaminess and umami flavour to the fries. I personally like the fries without
the mayo dip.
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| Hand Cut Fries with Rosemary |
From
the Bar, I had Ups Daisy ($12). A lemonade base mocktails that is citrusy and
refreshing.
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| Ups Daisy |
At
the end of the meal, we were served complimentary Cioffe / Frappe. Crispy fried
pasta with icing sugar.
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| Cioffe / Frappe |
The
décor is casual and modern. You will be welcome by the bar when you first enter
the restaurant, leading to the main indoor dining area. There is also al-fresco
seating at the courtyard. For those seated near the middle or back, you can get
a glimpse of the kitchen and chefs at work. Service is attentive, professional
and knowledgeable. During the weekend, there is a limited seating time, so be
understanding if you are dining on the early time slot.
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| The Bar |
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| Part of Dining Area |
Overall,
Amò served
one of the best Margherita DOP. For the next visit, I will definitely
order the classic pizzas, Roasted Mushrooms with Egg Confit, Hand Cut Fries with
Rosemary, then followed with the pasta and other dishes. Saluti!! Cheers!!
Food & Drink: 7.5/10
Value: 7/10
Service: 8.75/10
Ambiance: 8.75/10
Budget per
Person: $26 - $50,
Amò
33
Hongkong Street
Singapore
059672
T:
+65 6723 7733
IG:
@Amorestaurantsg
OH:
12.00 – 14.30; 18.00 – 23.00 Daily
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