There’s a rather extensive menu at Medusa, with a whopping 40 dishes, and might be quite challenging for those who’re frequently plagued with decision paralysis.
But for those who consider themselves connoisseurs of cheese and deep-fried decadence, the burrata fritta ($26) is definitely the first thing you should order.
Medusa serves up a ball of creamy burrata enrobed in a light and crispy batter, and topped with guanciale (cured pork cheek or jowl) and carbonara cream to add some dimension to the mild burrata.
Of course, you can’t visit an Italian spot without chowing down on some pasta or pizza.
Pasta is freshly made daily in-house at Medusa, with a diverse selection of sauces, ranging from the Roman classic cacio e pepe to Alfredo.
Interestingly, we’ve heard about the fettucine Alfredo (S$36) countless times in Hollywood films and TV shows, but this is one of the few times we’ve seen it in Singapore!
The OG Roman Alfredo is a simple recipe that involves butter, cheese, and fettuccine pasta, while Medusa jazzes it up using pecorino Romano cheese and Italian butter.
Those who enjoy massive buttery flavours would take a liking to this rich and creamy dish — though it can get jelak (overly rich) fast. The pasta here is on the softer side and can feel rather mushy against the viscous sauce.
As for those who want something hearty, but aren’t as smitten with the idea of so much cheese, the caserecce ($35) is another interesting option.
It’s actually the amalgamation of a few classic sauces, combining cacio e pepe, carbonara, and amatriciana.
Guanciale, sausage, egg yolks, tomato passata, and pecorino Romano? Yes, it’s as punchy and robust as it sounds — though, once again, it can prove a bit jelak.
Dining and Cooking