(photo credits: Manuel Chua)
Want to experience an authentic taste and feel of 17th Century Venice right here in Manila? There’s this newly opened Venezian inspired cafe, right at the heart of The Venice Grand Canal Mall at the Venice Piazza in Mckinley Hill, Taguig called Gran Caffe Lavena, and I can’t stop raving about it!
By the way, The Venice Grand Canal at Venice Piazza, McKinley Hill in Taguig is definitely the newest MUST GO TO attraction in Manila and I highly recommend you visit with your friends and loved ones! To those who have been in Venice before, seeing the Venice Grand Canal will surely make you miss and remember Venezia like I did.
during my Venice trip last year…
Here are a few of the many things you can see and do at The Venice Grand Canal.…
Be instantly transported to Venice, Italy as you cruise through The Venice Grand Canal with your loved ones.
You may also buy these Venetian masks or even have your portrait be drawn on the spot by their resident artists.
Another favorite attraction of mine would be their newly launched Love Locks Bridge, where you can either bring your own locks or conveniently buy for only P200.
Yes! Finally! Our very own love locks bridge in Manila! What to do? Simply write you and your sweetheart’s name, and lock it at your chosen area in the bridge.
Of course, after cruisin’ and roaming around The Venice Grand Canal, I highly recommend you drop by the Gran Caffe Lavena for an authentic taste of 17th Century Venice!
They got the best location at the Venice Grand Canal Mall
a look inside the Gran Caffe Lavena
(photo credits: Manuel Chua)
ultra comfy elegant furniture
(photo credits: Manuel Chua)
Murano glass artworks from Venice
(photo credits: Manuel Chua)
Now we go to the main event…. the FOOD!
During our visit, we enjoyed an exquisite 4 course Italian meal
1st course: ARANCINI BON-BON
Crispy deep-fried risotto balls, delicately subtle and full of flavour in 3 sauces that resemble the colors of the Italian flag.
2nd course: INSALATA ARLECCHINO
Simple salad with fresh veggies, fruits, drizzled with olive oil
3rd course: LASAGNA DI CARNE ALL’EMILIANA
Lasagna cooked the traditional way. It’s also the freshest and the best tasting lasagna for me so far. (I’m a big fan!)
Dessert: STRAWBERRY YOUGURT MOUSSE
I’m not really a fan of strawberries, but I must say that their desserts are all outstanding!
I highly recommend you try their Sans Rival! You’ll forget your name after the 1st bite, I swear!
I instantly got addicted to these Beignets. I MUST HAVE MORE!!
Ahhhh perfect after a busy day.
Honoured to meet Chef Davide!
plus of course their friendly staff!
Can’t wait to visit again soon so I can try out Chef Davide’s other signature dishes!
Definitely another highly recommended cafe when in Manila!
The Gran Caffe Lavena is located at the Rialto Bridge, Venice Grand Canal Mall at the Venice Piazza Mckinley Hill in Taguig. For inquiries and reservations, call 0995 455 7389 or visit their official Facebook page for more info: www.facebook.com/grancafelavena
