Gluttony Diaries : An honest opinion, Onesta, Mariplex - Pune
Onesta translates to honest from Italian. Onesta claim that they use honest and fresh ingredients sourced exclusively from the local growers and with their exculsive lineage of skilled Italian chef, they bring out the charm of Europe - a favorite culinary destination.
If not bring out, they do at least try!π
They attempt to bring the Magic from the kitchen to your table. π
Well while they were trying to create a magic with an assumed birthday party at the premises - it was pretty disturbing I would say. The constant party arrangement happening at the busy hours in the restaurant was annoying I would say.
They have setup as an open restaurant with ample seating arrangement in the previously food court of Mariplex. It is fit for a crowd of about 60-70 people.
With an open kitchen where you can see the chefs at work, the ambiance is vibrant - especially the bicycle corner and the wall art.
There serving portion is small but is well justified for the price. π
The servers were courteous - quick to come and take feedback of the dishes being served.
Placed the order and before we knew we were being graced with complimentary dishes. First to be served was flat bread slathered with buttered and seasonings to be had with a dip. Simple yet nice.
JALAPENO CHEESE BALLS - these fried delicacies had more filling of potato and spicy jalapenos than cheese.
Never the less, sans the case of missing cheese, this one was still delicious.
PRAWNS IN A BLANKET - Beautifully marinated and cooked prawns literally wrapped in a thin blanket like sheet which was a filo bakery.It was an innovative dish, I would say.
Break through the crispy exteriors to unearth the prawns and when you combine this with the beetroot salad and the dip -it is just perfect for the taste buds.
CRISPY CHICKEN WITH BBQ SAUCE - This one was tender fried chicken served with BBQ sauce, well attempted, usual fair.
Totally Americanooo effect.
TOMATO DELIGHT BRUSCHETTA - there is so much to offer in a brushchetta.
Was hoping to find more sun dried tomatoes, but had to make ado with fresh tomatoes, seasonings and garnishing. This one was a slight let down.
GREEN APPLE COOLER - refreshing drink with hints of green apple,lime and basil. Cool!
PENNE AL ARRABIATA - well baked classic pasta with grated cheese and based in spicy tomato sauce with hints of garlic,peppers.
There was a good balance of the sauces. This was served with Garlic bread.
MEXICAN VEGGIE DELIGHT - A 6 inch pizza thin crust loaded with bell peppers, cherry tomatoes dressed with sliced red chilies, tobasto and a drizzle of tangy mayonnaise. Brilliant in taste.
CHAAT PIZZA - this was something which was out of the world. Totally bowled over, thin crust and the boiled potatoes which had been fried and then layered on the pizza - tasted like hash browns with a tinge of both tangy and spicy-ness from the chaat masala, mint sauce, tamarind sauce and garnished with coriander leaves. This was too good, to let go off.
This goes as a must try and the stellar dish of the hour. Simple yet made so right.
BAKED BERRY BLAST CHEESECAKE - baked cheesecake with ricotta and layers of dark cherry filling. Goey and having rich flavors of berry, this was a treat.π
DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CAKE - set in layers of chocolate and cream, this one was spongy and adorned with colorful sprinklers. π
APPLE PIE - A slice of beauty in your plate - crunchy crumble with sugar dusting. ❤
Bon AppΓ©tit!!
P.S. All the above photos have been clicked by me.
If not bring out, they do at least try!π
They attempt to bring the Magic from the kitchen to your table. π
Well while they were trying to create a magic with an assumed birthday party at the premises - it was pretty disturbing I would say. The constant party arrangement happening at the busy hours in the restaurant was annoying I would say.
With an open kitchen where you can see the chefs at work, the ambiance is vibrant - especially the bicycle corner and the wall art.
There serving portion is small but is well justified for the price. π
The servers were courteous - quick to come and take feedback of the dishes being served.
Placed the order and before we knew we were being graced with complimentary dishes. First to be served was flat bread slathered with buttered and seasonings to be had with a dip. Simple yet nice.
Never the less, sans the case of missing cheese, this one was still delicious.
Break through the crispy exteriors to unearth the prawns and when you combine this with the beetroot salad and the dip -it is just perfect for the taste buds.
Totally Americanooo effect.
Was hoping to find more sun dried tomatoes, but had to make ado with fresh tomatoes, seasonings and garnishing. This one was a slight let down.
There was a good balance of the sauces. This was served with Garlic bread.
This goes as a must try and the stellar dish of the hour. Simple yet made so right.
We were also served with these beautiful mini indulgent fruit tarts - although not sure I liked the choice of the fruits atop except the strawberry and the dark chocolate filling one.
The tarts were crunchy.
ADDRESS:
Survey 15, Mariplex Shopping Mall
Vadgaonsheri
Kalyani Nagar, Pune
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Bon AppΓ©tit!!
P.S. All the above photos have been clicked by me.
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