Popolamama at Taman Anggrek Mall

I went for lunch with a friend at Popolamama in Taman Anggrek Mall. When we arrived, most of the tables were empty but not too long, all the tables got full with customers.

We ordered:

Hawaian Style - Rp. 49.000

Smoked beef, pineapple, mixed cheese and tomato sauce on thin crispy pizza.

Yokubari Aglio Olio - Rp. 92.000

Chicken sausage, smoked beef, Japanese mushroom, nasu (eggplant) and broccoli.

All prices are subjected to tax and service charge

Current currency:

1 USD = Rp.13.415

Location:
Popolamama
Taman Anggrek Mall
Jl. S. Parman
West Jakarta

Disclaimer: The review and opinion expressed here are purely according to my personal taste. There's a possibility that the taste of the food might change later on, which could affect the review and opinion here. I also affirm that no monetary or non-monetary compensation has been received from this restaurant for writing this review.

PATIO Trattoria & Pizzeria

 Pizza Margherita - Rp 92.500

Mozzarella, tomato sauce and basilico.

 Risotto Funghi Di Bosco Misti - Rp 95.000

Risotto with medley forest mushroom and creamy sauce.

Cream Caramel - Rp 59.000

Traditional classic custard caramel.

 Subject to 11% Government tax and 10% Service charge.

Current currency:

1 USD = Rp. 13.340

Location:
PATIO Trattoria & Pizzeria
Jl. Wijaya XIII No. 45
South Jakarta
Tel: 724 1362

Disclaimer: The review and opinion expressed here are purely according to my personal taste. There's a possibility that the taste of the food might change later on, which could affect the review and opinion here. I also affirm that no monetary or non-monetary compensation has been received from this restaurant for writing this review.

Bruschetta Italian Restaurant - Hotel Borobudur

Last week, I was invited to the elegant Bruschetta Italian Restaurant in Hotel Borobudur to try their Venison promotion menu and new menu. All of the menu is created by Italian Resident Chef Marco Matteucci.

The restaurant has a very cozy atmosphere with a nice view to a garden. (Left)

There is also a private room with 8 seats. (Right)

Complimentary bread.

Bruschetta and Pumpkin soup in a cup - complimentary.

Insalata Caprese con Pomodori, Mozzarella E Basilico - Rp. 82.000

Caprese salad with tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and basil. Olive oil - lime dressing.

Ravioli di Spinaci - Rp. 158.000

Stuffed Ravioli pasta with ricotta cheese and spinach in butter sauce and tomato fondue.

Involtino di Filetto di Barramundi su Melanzane Arrosta, Patate Allo Saferano, Salsa Al Pepperone Rosso - Rp. 158.000

Baked roll filet of barramundi on top of roasted eggplant, potato saffron and red bell pepper sauce.

Red Wine Braised Venison Stew - Rp. 258.000

Topped with sauteed mushrooms, croutons, bresaola, red cabbage and poached fruits. Choice of fresh pasta or troffe.

Liguine Al Astice con Pomodoro Fresci, Aglio E Pepperoncino - Rp. 850.000

Lobster linguine with fresh tomato, garlic and chopped Italian parsley.

Pizza Roll - Rp. 98.000

Shrimps, avocado, spicy sauce, baby spinach, mozzarella, tomato.

Bruschetta Quartet - Rp. 98.000

Strawberry macaron with lime sorbet, praline panna cotta, amaretto cheesecake and red fruit compote.

Carpaccio di Ananas con Sorbeto E Amaretti - Rp. 58.000

Pineapple carpaccio with sorbet and amaretti.

Orange juice and Sparkling water.

All prices are subjected to 21% of government tax and service charge.

Current currency:

1 USD = Rp. 12.480

Location:
Bruschetta
Hotel Borobudur 3rd Floor.
Jl. Lapangan Banteng Selatan,
Central Jakarta.
Tel: 3805555

Opening hours:
Lunch 11:30 am – 2:30 pm,
Dinner 6:30 – 10:30 pm

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Firenze Cafe, Kemang

Last Thursday evening, I was invited to have a food tasting at Firenze Cafe, located in Kemang, South Jakarta. I met the owner of Firenze Kemang, Mr. Andreas Diantoro and Mr. Eddi Mak. They told me this Cafe has just opened for about two months and is using a Triattoria concept (a place less formal than restaurant). The chef who is behind the delicious food in Firenze Kemang is Chef Luigi P. Palandri from Florence, Italy.

1st floor.

The Stone-Oven where the authentic thin crust Italian pizza are baked.

It took 5 minutes to bake a thin crust pizza and if you want a really crispy thin crust pizza, just ask them to bake your pizza for 7 minutes.

Outdoor on the 2nd floor (smoking area).

The air-conditioner room on the 2nd floor.

A relaxed ambiance with unique Einstein light bulbs inside the bird cages that are hanging on the ceiling.

PIZZA

Rustica - Rp. 60.000

Mushroom, beef salami, Mozzarella. My favorite one!

Napoletana - Rp. 50.000

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Anchovies, Capers and Oregano.

PASTA

You can ask for your pasta cooking preference, Al dente (3/4 cooked)  or Scotta (fully cooked).

Farfalle al Salmone - Rp. 45.000(R), Rp. 65.000(L)
Farfalle (bow tie shaped pasta) with Salmon sauce.

Penne Al Pesto - Rp. 50.000
Pasta Penne, Green sauce, Basilic with pine nut, olive oil, cheese, and garlic.

Spaghetti Aglio Olio Pepperoncino - Rp. 40.000 (R), Rp. 50.000 (L)
This Spaghetti with olive oil, garlic, red pepper and chili is everyone's favorite.

Spaghetti Aglio Olio ala Tonno

Same as Spaghetti Aglio Olio Pepperoncino but added with Tuna and less chili.

Spaghetti Bolognese - Rp. 55.000(R), Rp. 65.000(L)

With minced beef sauce, tomato, onion and herbs.

Spaghetti Carbonara - Rp. 50.000(R), Rp. 72.000(L)

Spaghetti cooked with smoked ham, egg and cream based sauce.

DESSERT

Panna Cotta - Rp. 28.000

Creme Brulee - Rp. 28.000

Cheese Cake - Rp. 38.000

DRINK

Avocado Paste alla Marco - Rp. 36.000

The Firenze Cafe's signature drink. Cold, creamy and not too sweet. Totally delicious!

Firenze Espresso - Rp. 18.000

Freshly brewed coffee. 

You can also buy the Firenze coffee beans in package.

By the way, I had a chance to try Limoncello - the Southern Italian lemon liqueur. It tasted pretty sweet, crisp with citrus fragrance. My friend loves it. This drink is not on the menu nor for sale.

Current currency:

1 USD = Rp. 12.035

Location:
Firenze Kemang
Jl. Kemang Raya No. 12F
South Jakarta
Tel: 021-718 3999

Note:
Direction to Firenze Kemang:
Turn right into a small alley, 10 meters after La Codefin/Happy Puppies in Kemang Raya. Firenze Kemang is in front of Miyabi Sushi, beside the Kemang Laser Game.

Opening hours:
Mon - Fri: 3:00 pm - 1:00 am
Sat - Sun: 11:00 am - 1:00 am

Locanda Jakarta * Food Voyager

Today, I had a wonderful lunch at a new restaurant that has just opened for a month in Panin Building named Locanda * Food Voyager. Locanda means "Inn" in Italian. The name came from Marco Polo who would stop at an Inn or Locanda on his journey from Italy to Asia.

Locanda offers a unique palate of cuisines against the backdrop of a heady lounge music and chic atmosphere.

 

The selection of food are Italian and Pan Asian (mostly Thai) dishes.

Appetizer
Tom Yam Kung - Rp. 65.000
I enjoyed this spicy and sour prawn soup.

Sinchos - Rp. 55.000

What a unique appetizer! A resemble of nachos but instead of using tortillas chips, they use traditional "singkong" crackers with yellow cheddar sauce and truffle oil as the cover.

White Truffle Pizza - Rp. 85.000

A delicious pizza topped with mozzarella, celery stick, wild mushroom and truffle oil.

Cigar Prawn - Rp. 60.000

This is so good! Light and crunchy. Dipped with mayonnaise.

Angel Hair - Rp. 120.000

Capellini with tiger prawn on the top. The garlic and chili olive oil were perfect for this dish.

 

Kai Pad Prik Klea - Rp. 60.000
A delightful dish! Thai chicken black pepper and garlic.

Grilled Spring Chicken - Rp. 120.000
with mashed potatoes and spiced tomato sauce. The chicken was very tender.

Udon Goreng Jawa - Rp. 70.000

I really like the idea of using Japanese noodle (Udon) for this Javanese style noodle, known as Mie Goreng Jawa.

Thai Desserts
Luk Chup - Rp. 50.000
Thai sweet mashed mung bean on 'agar-agar'.
The best Luk Chup I've eaten so far in Jakarta! 

Manciam - Rp. 50.000
This Thai cassava cake with coconut milk tasted so delicious.

Western Desserts

Melted Choco Cake - Rp. 60.000

with wild berry and rum raisin ice cream. Lovely!

Castangel Mollica - Rp. 55.000

A totally irresistible cheese cake.

All prices are subjected to tax and service.

 Current currency:

1 USD = Rp. 11.950

Location:
LOCANDA Food Voyager
Panin Bank Building
Ground Floor
Jl. Jend Sudirman Kav. 1
Jakarta 10270
P: +62 21 5727 981

Operation hours:
Weekdays (Sunday - Thursday) 10am to 12am
Weekend (Friday - Saturday) 10am to 1am