memories on lygon

A recent encounter brought back fond memories of an Italian rendevous a few years ago. Ironically not formed in the charming cities of Italy, but along the Italian paradiso we call Lygon St in Melbourne Australia.

My time in Melbourne is but a memory now, but it was then I uncovered the rustic appeal of the Italian culture and each time I return, we relive the good times at the place we first met.

He was pretty ordinary it seemed, exuding an easy charm. But the memory left was deep and since then, I've been scouring Italian cafes to see if I may once again taste such a beautiful encounter.

However, my dream encounter has proven elusive on the streets of Singapore and until recently London. Nowhere as captivating and nothing compared to the beautiful memory of Lygon, but still I was glad to have the memory brought back to the forefront of my mind.

Tagliatelle al Salmone @Ciao Bella

The pasta was well cooked but the sauce was overly creamy. Despite the heavy overload of cream however, the taste was pleasant to the palate with a hint of tomato. However, the chunks of salmon pieces were generous but overly salty causing the pasta to taste somewhat bland after.

According to my sources, this is one of the most value for money joints in town. While my verdict that Lygon still emerges the winner hands down, I must say that this dish was a decent attempt with the plus point of the reasonable price of 7 pounds.

Ciao Bella

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