AN ICONIC PLACE

Review on House of Flavors

What makes a restaurant truly iconic?

It is probably iconic in the food it offers. It is probably iconic because of its ambience and vibe. It is probably iconic because of its service. Most probably, House of Flavors in Santa Venera may be coined as iconic because it brings together all these elements.

A feeling you get when you set foot through the door of House of Flavors that tells you you’re in for an utterly unique, treasured experience — one that you’ll be talking about for quite some time.

A feeling you will get at House of Flavors visible in the vibrant colours, in the choice of furniture, in the type of lighting, in the style of music. A feeling you will get in the strong presence of plants and flowers visible in every corner of that place. A feeling you will get in the style of cutlery. Nothing is left to chance because in that iconic eatery every detail matters. Every item, be it a decoration, a cutlery or any other accessory matters. They matter because as once noted by Alain Ducasse, “Food is one part of the experience. And it has to be somewhere between 50 to 60 percent of the dining experience. But the rest counts as well: The mood, the atmosphere, the music, the feeling, the design, the harmony between what you have on the plate and what surrounds the plate.” A principle Alex Friggieri, managing director of House of Flavors has learnt in his entrepreneurial journey.

A feeling you will get at House of Flavors visible in the vibrant colours, in the choice of furniture, in the type of lighting, in the style of music. A feeling you will get in the strong presence of plants and flowers visible in every corner of that place. A feeling you will get in the style of cutlery. Nothing is left to chance because in that iconic eatery every detail matters. Every item, be it a decoration, a cutlery or any other accessory matters. They matter because as once noted by Alain Ducasse, “Food is one part of the experience. And it has to be somewhere between 50 to 60 percent of the dining experience. But the rest counts as well: The mood, the atmosphere, the music, the feeling, the design, the harmony between what you have on the plate and what surrounds the plate.” A principle Alex Friggieri, managing director of House of Flavors has learnt in his entrepreneurial journey.

Yet food does play a key role at the House of Flavors. Food, a lot of food. Different types of food. Different styles of food. But above all, good food. A selection of food that includes a breakfast menu which includes; a full English breakfast, omelettes and toasts. A selection of food that includes a vast range of snacks which includes, ftajjar, baguettes, ciabattas, focaccias and wraps.

Yet food does play a key role at the House of Flavors. Food, a lot of food. Different types of food. Different styles of food. But above all, good food. A selection of food that includes a breakfast menu: a full English breakfast, omelettes and toasts. A selection of food that includes a vast range of snacks, ftajjar, baguettes, ciabattas, focaccias and wraps.

And for those who prefer a more elaborate meal, the place includes an interesting selection of starters which are a combination of East and West including; Indian spice calamari, nachos and fried rabbit liver. The selection of pastas and risotto are to die for and quite a challenge to decide what to opt for. The mains or also impressive with a good selection of meats, fish and chicken. For those who prefer a more exotic option, the House of Flavors includes an Indian special menu and also a sushi menu. Ah! And there is also a gluten free menu option.

It would be unfair to talk about House of Flavors without mentioning their impressive drinks menus with a vast selection of gins, cocktails, spirirts, wines, beers and ciders.

No matter what you choose, no matter what you eat or drink, all is served with an impeccable service which focuses on attention and detail. No matter what you choose, the service is provided with a smile. A smile you will surely have the moment you will leave the place.