Princesa Garden Island Resort and Spa being one of the higher-end hotel resorts in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan is also home to Tomato and Basil Restaurant which we definitely rate as also one of the best in the Best Island in the World.
We love how Tomato and Basil venture into cuisine that is unique and distinct in these parts of the world. It took gumption and daring as their kitchen adopted an approach of putting together a select menu.
Here are the delights of our visit. Its menu is intended to cater to its target guests and craftily prepared and we daresay tasteful.
This is Five Layer Lasagna of Fresh Pasta, Bechamel, Bolognese, Pizza Sauce, Parmesan, Ricotta, Mozzarella and Sautéed Spinach. We were initially enticed about the “five-layer” and it did not disappoint.
Pork Chop a la Pizzaoila is Pork Chop first and foremost. What was added is mozzarella, vegetable oil, fresh parsley and roasted vegetables.
This is Grilled Seafood on Gnocchi with main ingredient Gnocchi, Butter, Lemon, Juice, Shrimp, Talakitok (fish), Mussels, Fennel Seeds, Roasted Garlic, Tomato Confit, Parmesan Crisp, Fresh Basil. The myriad of ingredients makes it tantalizing.
All we can say is great things are about to come as hotels and resorts previously closed by the pandemic are now rearing back to life with new offerings and with more creativity on the plate.
By the way, the prices are as follows (may change at the time of this post): Grilled Seafood on Gnocchi P588, Pork Chop A la Pizzaiola P430, Five Layer Lasagna P490.
For reservations you may visit their website: https://www.princesagardenisland.com or call them at 0917 873 9574 / 0918 967 5132 or email them at reservation@princesagardenisland.com
Now is the time to get back at our cravings for fine food and accommodations. See you everyone!
