Mother’s Day at Bellini’s

May 13, 2008 by

Genuine Italian charm and classic Italian cuisine are what you can expect from this well-liked restaurant that popularized the Cubao Exchange compound.  Bellini’s is divided into three dining sections that have hand-painted walls.  Even the ceiling displays the colorful character of Italians through portraits of chatting and eating men.  Owner Roberto Bellini used to hold a job as paparazzi but together with his wife Ma. Luisa, he decided to put the camera to rest and become a restaurateur.  

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The first time I dined in here was about 4 years ago.  My friend, Paolo, was the one who introduced me to this place.  I would travel all the way from Makati to Cubao, just to have lunch here.

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When you arrive, an amuse bouche of breadsticks are placed on your table accompanied by olive oil and balsamic dip.  Mr. Bellini buys some of the ingredients personally from our local market while the other ingredients are imported.  Each dish is prepared to order using the finest ingredients. 

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The professional waitstaff who has been with the family for many years, know the customers and treat them like old friends.  It has been two years since I last dined here but the headwaiter still remembered me.

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On the Table (I don’t remember the actual names of the dishes): 

Ravioli with Spinach

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Pasta Fungi with Prosciutto and Truffle Cream

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Pasta Carbonara

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Penne Rustico with Vigan Longgganisa

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4- Cheese Pizza

I have no complaints because they have the thinnest pizza crust which has the perfect bite.  Put some chili olive oil on it and it’s heaven.  

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Napoli Pizza

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Tenderloin Steak in Pepper Sauce

Jem really liked the sauce and is prompted to go back because of this dish.

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Sole Fish in White Cream

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Tiramisu

It had a strong liquorish flavor but I’m not a big fan of this dessert nowadays.

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Orange Cake

The cake lacks moist to hold the cake together.  It had the right sweetness and orange taste but it’s too crumbly for me.

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Panna Cota 

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Every visit, you will receive a warm welcome from the owner and staff of this well-established restaurant that has become a landmark in serving authentic Italian cuisine.

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