Gusto Review - Ristorante Don Fauzza

Last week, hubby and I decided to meet up with my sister, her fiance and their lovely 9 month old son for dinner on a Friday evening. As I usually do to find a good eatery, I logged on to the Gusto website and the choice fell to Ristorante Don Fauzza in Marsascala :)

The Location: In one of Marsascala's main streets, it is very easy to find :) When driving down to Marsascala from Zabbar, pass the playground on the left, go through the traffic lights and straight up the hill. Don Fauzza is found around 100m up the hill on the right side of the road. Parking on the street on weekdays not a problem. In summer and on weekends, some driving around will get you a parking spot in one of the side streets :)

The Place: We stayed on the terrace and the decor was a good combination of relaxed and stylish :) We really appreciated the wall fan on a balmy Maltese summer evening :)

The Menu: Firstly I really must compliment the on-the-house appetizers.. the soup, bread and dip were fabulous! For starters, we had the fried cheeselets and the ravioli with lobster - both dishes were mouth-watering :) Regarding mains, we had meats and were extremely satisfied with the cuts and the preparation :) The waitress kindly offered a selection of desserts for the group at a very reasonable price which included Maltese "imqaret", creme caramel and an ice-cream cake! We did not regret that choice one bit! I must say that despite the huge portions, the quality was in no way compromised and we had a great meal :)

The Staff: Helpful and courteous, and we appreciated the special attention given to our little one including the high chair and the picking up of the scattered numerous bits of bread!! :)

Gusto: We called in advance to book our table which was ready, baby chair and all, at our arrival :) They offered 50% discount on two of our starters and main courses (as we only had 1 Gusto book with us) making a good value dinner even better! We saved €27 off our total food bill :)

P's recommendation: For fantastically cooked food and really large portions, go to Don Fauzza if you are in the south of Malta.. actually, even if you're in the North.. it's really worth the drive!! :) And you can get 50% off your food bill for two by getting your Gusto Card here :D

Gusto Review - Rickshaw

After one hectic week at work and at home and barely having seen hubby for a couple of hours per day, he cheered me up with the idea of a date night on Tuesday! :) I got to choose the place... so I went straight to the Gusto website and my choice was Rickshaw at the Corinthia Palace Hotel in Attard :D

The Location: A part of the Corinthia Palace Hotel in Attard, right across the road from the President's San Anton Palace. Ask at the hotel reception for directions, as it is something of a hidden gem! Literally :P Parking on the street is not usually a problem.

The Place: A rickshaw greets you at the entrance to this restaurant! Once you're down the stairs, a lovely serene ambiance welcomes you - soft music, beautiful decor and rich furnishings, and the ever-smiling staff :) Chairs are comfortable with intricate wrought iron backs, and the tables are dressed with white satiny cloths!

The Menu: Asian-Fusion cuisine is on offer. Hubby and I each had the set menu and sampled assorted satays; wonton noodle soup; chicken in garlic sauce; beef in black bean sauce; stir-fried mixed vegetables; egg-fried rice; Singapore noodles; and fried ice-cream :) A heavenly fare! :) Next time, we're planning to try one of the many sizzling dishes, as the lovely sounds and smells from nearby tables were making our mouths water! Portions are large and we took some remaining delicious leftovers home :)

The Staff: Professional service with a smile :)

Gusto: We called Rickshaw 45 minutes before our planned dinner time, confirmed that the 50% offer was available on the night and made a reservation. No other mention was needed and we saved €35 off our food bill at the end! :)

P's recommendation: Whether for a romantic date, a family outing or a business dinner, Rickshaw is sure to impress your guests! A must for Asian food lovers! And you can save 50% off your food bill for two by getting your Gusto Card here :)