Delhi’s food scene never ceases to surprise. From authentic Japanese ramen bowls to moorochi tagins moving, the city is a melting pot of global kitchens, constantly pushing culinary limits. In the midst of this vibrant landscape, the Toscano freshly opened in Select City Walk promises a taste of Italy like no other. Recently I had dinner there, and let me say it, I can’t wait to return. With a business menu to transport it to an Italian field illuminated by the sun, each dish was a charming testimony of delicacy and flavor.
We begin our culinary trip with Parancini and Mozzarella Fritta, Italian rice balls with fried gold cheese made with arborio rice. The fresh fried mozzarella inside oozed the indulgence with each bite, perfectly complemented by the outer crunchy. Served with a mixture of carrots, zucchini, broccoli, haricot verts and a spicy arrabbia sauce, this dish established a high bar for what was going to follow.
(LR) Parancini and Mozzarella Fritta, pesto chicken bruschetta.
Photo: Nikita Nikhil
Then came the pesto Chickn Bruschetta, a tasty balance of textures. Grilled bread with herbal oil provided a resistant base for succulent roasted peppers and tender chicken, while the Coulis red pepper added a shameless freshness. Along with mixed vegetables, it was the type of dish that remains with you long after the last bite.
For salads, we tested the di Cesare insade and the di chicken and funghi. The César salad was a fresh and vibrant mixture of young Roman leaves, crispy pesto crispy and aged Parmesan chips, gathered with a creamy house dressing and a pinch of roasted pumpkin seeds. The chicken and mushroom salad, on the other hand, was a roasted chicken symphony with flavors, roasted mushrooms, apple slices, carrots, a soft egg and gouda cheese sprinkled with sweet balsamic dressing. Each fork was a mixture of textures and tastes.
(LR) INSALATA DI CESARE, INSALATA DI POLLO E FUNGHI
Photo: Nikita Nikhil
Feeling indulgent, we move to the All’aglio Ripieno panel, the garlic bread full of Tuscan. Fill with Harissa chicken, roasted peppers, garlic, ricota and mozzarella cheese, this dish was abundant and charming. The heat of Harissa combined wonderfully with creamy cheeses.
Yearning for a little pizza, we opted for the Cipolla vegetarian fungus, a white pizza without Marinara sauce. Covered with mixed mushrooms, salted ricota, balsamic onions, romantic vegetables, goat cheese crumble and a druffed oil driver, it was earthy and rich in each bite. We also tested its characteristic Tuscan pizza, a vibrant offering of pesto chicken, peppers, onions, olives and boiled egg, all in a perfectly stretched fermented dough base.
(LR) Harissa chicken garlic bread, carbonara spaghetti
Photo: Nikita Nikhil
For pasta, we were classic with the Carbonara spaghetti, a decadent mixture of bacon, egg yolk, cream, parmesan and crushed pepper. Each bifurcado of creamy and silky paste was deeply satisfactory.
The food ended in a sweet note with the classic Tiramisu and the Dutch corn palomites cake. While the tiramisú offered the timeless combination of bread soaked in coffee and mascarpone cream, the corn popcoth stood out as a playful delight. Covered with caramelized corn popcorn, sprayed in caramel chocolate sauce and combined with vanilla ice cream, it was the perfect sweet and crispy balance.
(LR) Tiramisu, Dutch corn palomite cake
Photo: Nikita Nikhil
In general, the impeccable flavors of Toscano and the elegant atmosphere make it a must for lovers of Italian food. The staff was friendly and cooperative, which expanded our experience. At that time, the restaurant still did not have a liquor license, so I could not explore its cocktail menu. However, if you are in humor for firewood pizzas, reconforting bowls of paste or indulgent desserts, this restaurant has something to please each palate.
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