After finally crossing the mental barrier of that excuse we all like to give, "it looks like a cute place but it's so out of the way," I overcame my love of sloth and visited the sleeper hit casual-dining restaurant, Hosted on the Patio.
Hosted is a charming place that seats about 60pax comfortably, with bar couches and rattan chairs crowding the exterior lounge space preceding the formal entrance. The main color is white, making its no-frills approach to decor feel airy and spacious, reinforced by the combination of light beechwood and large tinted mirrors lining the upper halves of walls.
I was delighted by the fact that an unassuming, warm, inviting place exists in the midst of office spaces, populated by the likes of Deustche Bank and LG.
The food reads somewhat like an Italian version of PS Cafe, so expect familiar tastes wtih a twist. The three-course lunch set is a steal at 20++ SGD, but if one were to order a la carte, expect to spend anywhere from 30 to 50 SGD a person. I mean, it's got to earn its keep somehow to prevent another bank or large conglomerate from stealing its space, right?
A little tart when the balsamic gathers at the bottom, but mushrooms are sauteed to perfection and lends itself to a smokey, teppanyaki-type sensation when paired with the garlic.
[appetizer. warm mushroom salad with crispy garlic and balsamic]
A mouthful of southern Italy; the grassy, fresh herbs adorning the top takes the dish in an exciting direction.
[main. red snapper with tomato reduction]
I admit, I was suspect when I first met him. But after we became acquainted, his alternate preparation and presentation warmed my heart; the oats embedded in the crusty top sealing the deal beautifully.
[dessert. warm apple crumble with vanilla]
Belly dancing, a Thursday night thing.
I've been there! Very cosy and the courteous server is a big plus.
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