The Place Located in Telok Ayer, the newly opened Capasso is an Italian restaurant and whisky lounge concept by Chef Fernando Arevalo (of Bacata) and a group of partners. The first thing I noticed as I entered the 80-seater is the sleek looking lounge and bar where you can grab pre or post-dinner drinks in a cosy lounge setting. The interior of Capasso is elegant, where the main dining hall with chandeliers and plush velvet cushioned seats looks over the open kitchen. There is also a private room which is partitioned by dark blue velvet curtains and is good for 10-12 pax. The Food The cuisine at Capasso is contemporary Italian food with bold flavours and is inspired by memories of Chef Fernando’s grandfather. You get to choose from small plates, pastas, meats and desserts, along with a good range of wines and whiskies. For a start, I had the Anchovies del Nono (S$18) where Serrats Anchovies from Spain are paired with thinly sliced fresh figs and topped with a blend of Champagne vinegar, extra virgin olive oil and vanilla paste. In addition, another good to share item is the freshly baked Pane della casa (S$8/House bread) is made with [...]
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