Davao Delicious

Here’s a toast to Davao’s newest Italian bistro: Salutti!

The name might suggest Italian cuisine, but Salutti in fact serves fusion food — traditional Italian fare recreated into modern, adventurous and delectable dishes. It’s a small affair, but a very cozy, well-appointed and refreshing addition to Davao’s restaurant scene. I highly recommend the place for intimate gatherings and even for power lunches.

The 4th leg of the Davao Food Trip found the bloggers at the Habana Compound, which is looking more and more like Manila’s Malate, last 19 January. Tricie, our very gracious and generous host, served us a feast at Salutti. It was supposed to be just merienda… but check out what was on our table:

• Spinach Dip
• Chicken Fingers
• Kani Salad
• Asian Beef Panini
• Vegetarian Panini
• Alfredo with Shiitake Mushrooms & Roasted Garlic
• Tomato, Garlic & Basil Spaghetti
• Gambas
• Salpicao
• Chicken in Mushroom Cream Sauce
• Chocolate Cake and Cheese Cake

I was especially impressed with the Kani Salad (P140), which is an example of their fusion food offerings, and the Spaghetti Alfredo (P145). Actually, everything that they prepared for us was excellent: a testament to the proprietors’ care in creating gourmet fare. Plus, the servings are really ample, so sometimes one order can be good for 2 people.

Their Salpicao (P195) and Gambas (185), I should say, go very well indeed with beer or — one of my favorite drinks — Cuba Libre. I must warn you, however, that the salpicao is potent! Perfect for people who love spicy food (like me).

Thank you very much, Tricie & Vince, for hosting us and for the very filling and satisfying food!

Salutti is located at Habana Compound, Rizal St., Davao City. It’s right behind Claude’s Le Café de Ville. They’re open everyday except Sunday, from 3:00 PM to around 2:00 AM. Tel.: (82)303-5183.

Tags: fusion food, Italian, panini

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