La Terrazza goes beyond Italian

Last Saturday, with the breeze and the sun melding perfectly, my gal pal and I decided to return to La Terrazza. We’d discovered the new restaurant earlier and decided it was worth a lunchtime visit. That’s because it’s located on the terrace of a building and open on two sides — just right for a day like this.

The pleasant white and blue interiors sets a rather Mediterranean mood and we were only too glad to settle into the plump cushions. My pal started the meal with a Zucchini and Asparagus Soup while I settled for the Tomato and Basil Soup. The menu seemed a little stark but third-generation chef and restaurateur Vikram Malhotra assured us that he’d be adding more dishes by the end of the year.

We continued with a Greek salad — a generous portion, but a little on the creamy side — and then moved on to the main course. While I had a very nicely flavoured Grilled Fish in mustard and lemon sauce, my friend ordered the Seasonal Vegetables with Basil Rice. I ordered some pasta in place of the mashed potatoes (accompanying my fish) and wasn’t disappointed. It had a dash of basil pesto and complimented the fish well. The Seasonal Vegetables were also delicious, served in a creamy sauce and went very well with the rice.

There was an extensive dessert menu but unfortunately the cheesecake wasn’t available. We shared a creme brulee instead.

Just one thing was missing: The wine. Soon, promises Malhotra. That would make it perfect — just like the day.

Vicky’s La Terrazza, No 99, 2nd Floor, 5th Cross, 6th Block, Koramangala, Bangalore — 95. Phone: 41751635/36. Meal for two costs between 700-800 plus taxes.