ALBA 1836

01-01, 28 Duxton Hill, S(089610) TEL: 6222 2048 alba1836.com.sg

Opened in 2014, the fine dining restaurant and bar establishment is nestled in the lush surrounds of Duxton Hill and serves homely Italian food. A starter of grilled Sardinian pecorino cheese served with chestnut honey and fresh fig is delectable, well-balanced in sweetness and is an appetising start to dinner. Warm octopus on pecorino cream sauce, broad beans and squid ink tantalise the taste buds, too, with a pleasing interplay of flavours and textures. A must-try main of beef tenderloin Milanese style comprises deftly rendered tender juicy meat, paired nicely with potato purée and cherry tomato confit. For dessert, try the scrumptious tiramisu, which boasts a wonderful richness. Just as indulgent is the exuberant Sicilian cannoli, stuffed with sweet ricotta cheese, candied orange and chocolate shavings in a Marsala-flavoured cannolo, and served with pistachio ice cream from Bronte. Service is good, with waitstaff personable and efficient.