Words by Lisa Mangelsdorf
Upon entering Italiannies you quickly forget that you are in a
mall and begin to sense that you are about to enjoy an authentic Italian dining
experience. The soft lighting, warm décor, and subtle background
music all compliment the scent of garlic, tomatoes and pasta being expertly
prepared in the open concept kitchen. You are quickly seated by friendly
and efficient serving staff who take great care of you from “antipasto to
dolci”. On this particular evening we were invited to try eight new pasta
dishes on the already varied menu, including three that featured handmade
pasta. Each dish was served family style and paired with wine to
complete the true Italian experience.
mall and begin to sense that you are about to enjoy an authentic Italian dining
experience. The soft lighting, warm décor, and subtle background
music all compliment the scent of garlic, tomatoes and pasta being expertly
prepared in the open concept kitchen. You are quickly seated by friendly
and efficient serving staff who take great care of you from “antipasto to
dolci”. On this particular evening we were invited to try eight new pasta
dishes on the already varied menu, including three that featured handmade
pasta. Each dish was served family style and paired with wine to
complete the true Italian experience.
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| Gamberi con Aglio and Mediterranean Salad |
The meal began with a Mediterranean Salad and Gamberi con
Aglio. Both of these dishes can be enjoyed as add-ons to a regular
meal or as a full dish. The salad featured tender grilled chicken on a
beautiful bed of mixed greens, olives and feta. This was a light
fresh accompaniment to the shrimp prepared in olive oil with full red chillis
that served to open up the palate.
Aglio. Both of these dishes can be enjoyed as add-ons to a regular
meal or as a full dish. The salad featured tender grilled chicken on a
beautiful bed of mixed greens, olives and feta. This was a light
fresh accompaniment to the shrimp prepared in olive oil with full red chillis
that served to open up the palate.
Each of the eight pastas that followed were deliciously unique in
flavors, textures and colors.
flavors, textures and colors.
Mussels and clams Lombardi – Steamed mussels and clams served with
pappardelle noodles. The delicate flavors of seafood and tarragon
were paired perfectly with a light crisp Pinot Grigio.
pappardelle noodles. The delicate flavors of seafood and tarragon
were paired perfectly with a light crisp Pinot Grigio.
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| Mussels and Clams Lombardi – RM 22.90 |
Cannelloni – The light creamy filling of Bechamel cheese lets the
fresh distinct flavors of artichokes and spinach come through and linger on the
palate. Topped with a light marinara sauce, this dish is exploding with a
variety of flavors! Served with Riff Rosso.
fresh distinct flavors of artichokes and spinach come through and linger on the
palate. Topped with a light marinara sauce, this dish is exploding with a
variety of flavors! Served with Riff Rosso.
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| Cannelloni – RM 26.90 |
Fileja con Pomodoro – In Malaysia, this uniquely shaped short noodle can
only be found at Italiannies. The authentic Italian noodle was paired elegantly with a simple but classic tomato and basil sauce. This dish
can be enjoyed with either a red or white depending on your preference.
only be found at Italiannies. The authentic Italian noodle was paired elegantly with a simple but classic tomato and basil sauce. This dish
can be enjoyed with either a red or white depending on your preference.
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| Fijero con Pomodoro – RM18.90 |
Fusilli con Spinachi ed Alfredo Sauce – Sounds like a familiar traditional dish but surprises you with
crispy fried spinach atop spiral noodles in a delicate cream sauce.
crispy fried spinach atop spiral noodles in a delicate cream sauce.
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| Fusili con Spinaci RM 22.90 |
Paccheri con Ragu – Thick noodles in a traditional beef sauce for
diners with a healthy appetite! This robust dish could be enjoyed
with either the Riff Rosso or Adesso Nero.
diners with a healthy appetite! This robust dish could be enjoyed
with either the Riff Rosso or Adesso Nero.
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| Paccheri con Ragu – RM 18.90 |
Tagliatelle con Pesto al Pomodoro – Homemade plain and spinach
Tagliatelle covered with a fresh tangy pesto sauce and tomatoes. Great zesty
flavor that suited the deep red, bold Adesso Nero served along side.
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| Tagliatelle con Pesto al Pomodoro – RM 22.90
Tagliatelle con Salvia, Funghi e Popettine – Juicy flavorful homemade
meatballs presented on a bed of hand-crafted, al dente tagliatelle noodles. This hearty meal was accompanied by a glass of Riff Rosso, a slightly peppery robust red table wine. |
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| Tagliatelle con Salvia, Funghi e Popettine – RM 22.90 |
Tortellini con Salmone ed Aneto – My favorite of the evening – the
distinct delicious flavors of red onion, capers and fresh salmon – like a New
York bagel served as pasta – perfection! Paired with Pinot Grigio.
distinct delicious flavors of red onion, capers and fresh salmon – like a New
York bagel served as pasta – perfection! Paired with Pinot Grigio.
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| Tortellini con Salmone ed Aneto – RM 26.90 |
And to top off a perfect meal – the ultimate Italian classic – Tiramisu. If you still have room this goes beautifully with a Moscato for dessert.
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| Italian Trifle |
Overall Italiannies has a great selection of delicious unique Italian dishes and wines at a
reasonable price in a relaxing, cozy environment. The Festa della Pasta promotion will continue through July.
reasonable price in a relaxing, cozy environment. The Festa della Pasta promotion will continue through July.
Reasons to visit: great ambiance, authentic Italian, great value
for money, nice wine selection, family friendly – kids can make their own
pizzas!
for money, nice wine selection, family friendly – kids can make their own
pizzas!
Italiannies
Lot S209, Second Floor, The Gardens
Mid Valley City, Lingkara Syed Putra
59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
+603 – 2283 3675
The food looks good and I like how you present your pictures.
Greetings,
Filip
yum! I am particularly fond of the cannelloni and tagliatelle pesto .. 😀