Mother's Day Celebration at D'Italiane.

First of all, a big shout out to all mommies who have done such a great job in bringing up their children! Of course, I can't be thanking everyone but my mom. Without her, I won't be where I am today. So thank you Mommy R for always being there when I need you! *big hug*

We have always practised the family tradition whereby big occasions within the family should be celebrated together and I believe most of the families are like this too. So, no big deal. As usual, we spent a whole day together today and to be quite honest, it has really been too long since I've last spent so much time with them.

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Woke up early and head to Paradigm Mall for a family day out there - lunch and shopping of course! Had our lunch at D'Italiane in Paradigm Mall. The menu was pretty extensive ranging from risottos, pastas, ribs, poultry, fish and of course, pizzas! Unfortunately, I need to cut down on carbs so no pizza for me. :(

The menu is presented in the form of a tabloid paper. 

 The interior.

 The bar.

With 6 of us having 2 orders each, the waiter who took our orders impressed us by not writing them down and better still, didn't miss any of our orders. The service was pretty good too and that's one of the key things I look into when I visit anywhere for my meals. I need to dine in happily, no joke. 

About 20 minutes later, food was served. 

A pretty big bowl of Fresh Mushroom Soup (RM 13) which comes with 3 slices of foccacia bread slices. This was quite good I'd say! 

 My Lemonade Juice (RM 9), which I assumed it shouldn't be frizzy, but it was, so I didn't really like it that much. 

 3 pieces of Garlic Bread (RM 10), nothing great.

 Mom's Blueberry Madness (RM 13), which I didn't manage to try it.

 Bro's Mango Tuscany (RM 13) but I didn't try it either.

 Okay random photo, just because I like how the table number holder is made of corks. :D

 Youngest Bro's Fish & Chips (RM 28), didn't like the fish as it was not really flavourful. Guess the best is still Harry Ramsden's in the UK! 

 My Salmon with Shallot Sauce (RM 37). Aside from the salmon itself, this came with a whole piece of deep fried salmon skin, mashed potatoes and vege. The sauce's taste wasn't really flavourful as well but the mashed potatoes was pretty decent and fish was fresh. To me, it is just fine for those who prefer lightly-flavoured food.

 Bro's Espresso Lamb Shoulder (RM 45). I tried it but it tasted like some typical Chinese way of cooking with dark soy sauce (sorry!). However, he claimed that he could taste the espresso taste so.. I don't know.

 Sis' Grilled Balsamic BBQ Chicken Thigh (RM29). There was similarity of taste with another Chinese dish but it's nothing for me to hoo-ha about since the taste is nothing unique.

 Parents' Calzone (price ranged between RM 20 and RM 30 if I'm not wrong). The one dish that I did not try because of the carbs so no comments. :p

So yes, after filling in our tummies, family photo of course! I present to you.. 

My big and supportive family!

To be fair, the portions were really huge and value for money. So if you are the type who goes for quantity, feel free to visit them! As for me, the taste of the food has not left any remarkable impression so I don't think I will go back anytime soon unless it's for a tea session, then I probably would, just to try their desserts. :)