In this blog post, I cover Artusi Ristorante, a new fine-dining restaurant in Gurugram that serves authentic Italian fare from the Emilia-Romagna region.
I've been a foodie for as long as I can remember. In all these years of traveling and exploring different cultures through food if one thing hasn't changed a bit, it is my love for authentic Italian cuisine.
If you were to ask me to name the best Italian restaurant in Delhi, the only place I can vouch for maintaining authenticity and quality is Artusi Ristorante, which opened up its doors four years ago in Greater Kailash 2.
Artusi serves authentic Italian fare from the Emilia-Romagna region, a beautiful part of North-eastern Italy. All ingredients used inside the restaurant are directly sourced from the same region.
The Emilia-Romagna region is the native land of Pellegrino Artusi, the inspiration behind the restaurant. In case you didn't know, Pellegrino Artusi is considered the founder of Italian cuisine by virtue of authoring a famous cookbook in 1891 called 'Science in the Kitchen and the Art of Eating Well'. His seminal work is still renowned as the first Italian cookbook written in the kingdom of Italy and has remained a culinary reference point for fine Italian cuisine around the globe.
Since its opening in 2014, the restaurant has continued to get rave reviews by food critics and connoisseurs alike and has even won a multitude of popular F&B awards.
For the last three years in a row, Artusi Ristorante has been ranked by Times of India as the Best Italian Fine Dining Restaurant in Delhi (in 2018, it was ranked the best for both Delhi and Gurgaon), across five-star properties and standalone restaurants alike.
In December 2017, Condé Nast ranked Artusi as the 8th Top Restaurant in India. It also ranked Artusi as the number one Italian Restaurant in India on its Top 50 Restaurants list.
Not only that, Artusi is a proud recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, and most recently, the restaurant was also awarded the Best Italian Restaurant in India at the Epicurean Guild Award 2018 event.
Credit for its stupendous success goes to one person, Oscar Balcon, who is the owner of the restaurant. Oscar hails from Bologna, the capital of Emilia-Romagna.
As an Italian citizen living in India, Oscar brings a lot of value to the table. He has deep roots in the Emilia-Romagna region, the land of his mother and his mother's extended family since generations.
A retired banker by profession, he has been in love with the food of Emilia-Romagna since childhood. Together with his family he worked and lived in Italy, Switzerland, France, the Americas, the Caribbean, and now Asia.
After retiring from a successful corporate career, Oscar is now promoting the regional Italian cuisine through his brainchild Artusi Ristorante. Apart from good food, Oscar is also very passionate about Italian fine wines which he has been collecting with dedication for many years. He is very proud that the two Italian chefs in his restaurant also hail from his native, the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy.
With its second outlet in Two Horizon Center, Gurugram, Artusi has introduced an elaborate Italian menu featuring an extensive range of pasta, spaghetti, risottos, seafood, salads, and desserts, made using the highest quality ingredients, most of which are imported from Italy. The restaurant has even procured some of the finest boutique Italian wines and spirits.
The new outlet in Gurugram is much bigger and better in terms of scale, space, and ambiance. Living by the objective to serve the best Italian food there is to offer, Artusi brings in local flavors from the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy, nestled in a quaint yet familiar fine-dine setting, after a rigorous selection of highest quality imported products and handmade in-house Italian delicacies.
Artusi enthusiastically embraces the culture, traditions, and cuisine of the Emilia-Romagna region. While it is true that the original Parma Ham and Parmesan Cheese are produced in the city of Parma, the original Balsamic Vinegar and Bolognese sauce comes from the city of Modena and Bologna, respectively, all located in the Emilia-Romagna region.
Core to the cuisine of the Emilia-Romagna is its homemade outstanding pasta creations. Endless varieties include Tortellini, Ravioli, Cappelletti, Strozzapreti, Lasagne, Tagliatelle, and many more.
Here are my top recommendations at Artusi.
Appetizers
Sigari Croccanti (INR 680)
These crispy Phyllo pastry cigars are filled with the essence of spiced and sweetly roasted vegetables and are served with two sauces.
Salads
Ferro (INR 590)
Ferro is an Arugula or lettuce salad, made with grapes, raisins, pears, and goat cheese, and finished with toasted pine nuts, extra-virgin olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.
Pasta Fatta in Casa
Raviolo al Burro e agli Asparagi (INR 820)
Loved these square-shaped pasta pockets filled with spinach, herbs, and Ricotta cheese, set in butter sauce with sage and asparagus.
Mezzelune con Calamari (INR 820)
If you love seafood (squid in particular), go for these handmade half-moon shaped pasta pockets filled with fresh Burrata, set in a spiced tomato and pepperoncino sauce.
Risotto ai Funghi (INR 890)
Ever tried risotto made from luxurious Carnaroli rice? This Italian dish is an absolute must-have; comprises fine mushrooms and is finished with Parmesan cheese.
Desserts
Gelato fatto in casa Artusi (INR 780)
Artusi's fine homemade ice cream in ever-changing classic and exotic flavors will make you want to come back for more.
Panna Cotta (INR 780)
Only a fool would say no to the famous Artusi Panna Cotta that contains the best of sweet figs and almonds.
Cioccolato Nero e Scorza di Arancia (INR 880)
End your romantic dining experience at Artusi with this dark airy chocolate mousse and caramelized orange peel.
I've been a foodie for as long as I can remember. In all these years of traveling and exploring different cultures through food if one thing hasn't changed a bit, it is my love for authentic Italian cuisine.
If you were to ask me to name the best Italian restaurant in Delhi, the only place I can vouch for maintaining authenticity and quality is Artusi Ristorante, which opened up its doors four years ago in Greater Kailash 2.
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| Artusi Ristorante |
Artusi serves authentic Italian fare from the Emilia-Romagna region, a beautiful part of North-eastern Italy. All ingredients used inside the restaurant are directly sourced from the same region.
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| Fish / Seafood |
The Emilia-Romagna region is the native land of Pellegrino Artusi, the inspiration behind the restaurant. In case you didn't know, Pellegrino Artusi is considered the founder of Italian cuisine by virtue of authoring a famous cookbook in 1891 called 'Science in the Kitchen and the Art of Eating Well'. His seminal work is still renowned as the first Italian cookbook written in the kingdom of Italy and has remained a culinary reference point for fine Italian cuisine around the globe.
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| Fettuccine Gamberi e Limone |
Since its opening in 2014, the restaurant has continued to get rave reviews by food critics and connoisseurs alike and has even won a multitude of popular F&B awards.
For the last three years in a row, Artusi Ristorante has been ranked by Times of India as the Best Italian Fine Dining Restaurant in Delhi (in 2018, it was ranked the best for both Delhi and Gurgaon), across five-star properties and standalone restaurants alike.
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| Artusi Ristorante |
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| Artusi Ristorante |
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| Artusi Ristorante |
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| Artusi Ristorante |
In December 2017, Condé Nast ranked Artusi as the 8th Top Restaurant in India. It also ranked Artusi as the number one Italian Restaurant in India on its Top 50 Restaurants list.
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| Coppa Scallopata (Grilled Pork Fillet) |
Not only that, Artusi is a proud recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, and most recently, the restaurant was also awarded the Best Italian Restaurant in India at the Epicurean Guild Award 2018 event.
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| Pasta |
Credit for its stupendous success goes to one person, Oscar Balcon, who is the owner of the restaurant. Oscar hails from Bologna, the capital of Emilia-Romagna.
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| Oscar Balcon |
As an Italian citizen living in India, Oscar brings a lot of value to the table. He has deep roots in the Emilia-Romagna region, the land of his mother and his mother's extended family since generations.
A retired banker by profession, he has been in love with the food of Emilia-Romagna since childhood. Together with his family he worked and lived in Italy, Switzerland, France, the Americas, the Caribbean, and now Asia.
After retiring from a successful corporate career, Oscar is now promoting the regional Italian cuisine through his brainchild Artusi Ristorante. Apart from good food, Oscar is also very passionate about Italian fine wines which he has been collecting with dedication for many years. He is very proud that the two Italian chefs in his restaurant also hail from his native, the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy.
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| Tagliatelle al Salmone e Spugnole |
With its second outlet in Two Horizon Center, Gurugram, Artusi has introduced an elaborate Italian menu featuring an extensive range of pasta, spaghetti, risottos, seafood, salads, and desserts, made using the highest quality ingredients, most of which are imported from Italy. The restaurant has even procured some of the finest boutique Italian wines and spirits.
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| Paglia Fieno |
The new outlet in Gurugram is much bigger and better in terms of scale, space, and ambiance. Living by the objective to serve the best Italian food there is to offer, Artusi brings in local flavors from the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy, nestled in a quaint yet familiar fine-dine setting, after a rigorous selection of highest quality imported products and handmade in-house Italian delicacies.
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| Artusi Ristorante |
Artusi enthusiastically embraces the culture, traditions, and cuisine of the Emilia-Romagna region. While it is true that the original Parma Ham and Parmesan Cheese are produced in the city of Parma, the original Balsamic Vinegar and Bolognese sauce comes from the city of Modena and Bologna, respectively, all located in the Emilia-Romagna region.
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| Artusi Ristorante |
Core to the cuisine of the Emilia-Romagna is its homemade outstanding pasta creations. Endless varieties include Tortellini, Ravioli, Cappelletti, Strozzapreti, Lasagne, Tagliatelle, and many more.
Here are my top recommendations at Artusi.
Appetizers
Sigari Croccanti (INR 680)
These crispy Phyllo pastry cigars are filled with the essence of spiced and sweetly roasted vegetables and are served with two sauces.
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| Sigari Croccanti |
Salads
Ferro (INR 590)
Ferro is an Arugula or lettuce salad, made with grapes, raisins, pears, and goat cheese, and finished with toasted pine nuts, extra-virgin olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.
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| Ferro |
Pasta Fatta in Casa
Raviolo al Burro e agli Asparagi (INR 820)
Loved these square-shaped pasta pockets filled with spinach, herbs, and Ricotta cheese, set in butter sauce with sage and asparagus.
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| Raviolo al Burro e agli Asparagi |
Mezzelune con Calamari (INR 820)
If you love seafood (squid in particular), go for these handmade half-moon shaped pasta pockets filled with fresh Burrata, set in a spiced tomato and pepperoncino sauce.
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| Mezzelune con Calamari |
Risotto ai Funghi (INR 890)
Ever tried risotto made from luxurious Carnaroli rice? This Italian dish is an absolute must-have; comprises fine mushrooms and is finished with Parmesan cheese.
Desserts
Gelato fatto in casa Artusi (INR 780)
Artusi's fine homemade ice cream in ever-changing classic and exotic flavors will make you want to come back for more.
Panna Cotta (INR 780)
Only a fool would say no to the famous Artusi Panna Cotta that contains the best of sweet figs and almonds.
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| Panna Cotta |
Cioccolato Nero e Scorza di Arancia (INR 880)
End your romantic dining experience at Artusi with this dark airy chocolate mousse and caramelized orange peel.
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| Cioccolato Nero e Scorza di Arancia |
We remember our visit to Artusi some time back. One of the best Italian dining experiences in Delhi NCR. The taste of their ravioli still lingers on our tastebuds. Love the laid back vibe of the restaurant.
ReplyDeleteOmg look at the culinary artistry & the ambience. Next time i hit Delhi i have to eat here.
ReplyDeleteThe Artusi seems like the ultimate place to head to for good Italian fare in Delhi. What is heartening is the impeccable ambience which raises the entire experience to an altogether different level.
ReplyDeleteI love Italian cuisine. Artusi looks really artistic with splendid and grand interiors and the foods are making me super hungry. You're a fabulous food photographer.
ReplyDeleteGosh the food looks so delicious. Hope this quarantine time period soon ends and we can enjoy the luxury delicacy.
ReplyDeleteGurugram has some nice dine in places with authentic cuisines on their menu. I would visit this once situation is fine.
ReplyDeleteThe food pics and ambiance are so catchy that I just can't let my eyes off from them.
ReplyDeleteDelhi has great places to eat and this one is on my radar now. Loved the food presentation.
ReplyDeleteYour restaurant reviews are so awesome. You share so many details that otherwise as a customer we would never know. This surely looks like a great place.
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Panna Cota- is my absolute favourite! Definitely always on the look out for a well made one! All the dishes look appetising! looking forward to visiting this soon.
ReplyDeleteOmg this place has won so many awards .
ReplyDeleteI love their ambience ,this place is in my hit list after the lockdown.
The grilled pork and pannacotta truly grabbed my eye balls. I love the ambience and food of the place.
ReplyDeleteI just loved reading this restaurant review. I am a big fan of Italian cuisine and this looks like a number one place in NCR.
ReplyDeleteI so like your food photos. This looks like a great place to hangout and enjoy good food.
ReplyDeleteWow this place looks great. It's really beautiful and I'm drooling over food right now.
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