168 December 2011 BTM diningf&bhappenings CUCINA ITALIANA Buon Appetito! There really is no better way to describe Cucina Italiana, a restaurant newly launched in Juffair alongside Bennigan’s, than ‘truly unique’. With an unshakable passion for the Italian lifestyle from the cuisine to its décor and even their culture like never seen before, this bistro brings class and style to casual dining. “We have tried to get the rustic side of Italy to Bahrain and this doesn’t stop with the wood-fired pizza and freshly-made pasta,” says Kieran Moore, consultant chef, who has created the menu from scratch with extensive research and understanding based on several trips to the country. “There is a lot of dedication, hard work and detailing that has gone into everything from the floors and fabrics to the walls and the crockery.” You’ll know he’s right when you see the popular Godfather scene chiselled into one of the walls that serves as the backdrop to a grand table seating up to 18 diners. The leaning Tower of Pisa drilled onto a wall at the entrance and the image of Pavarotti sprayed onto another set the theme for the venue almost effortlessly. Speaking of the menu, food simply doesn’t get better than the traditional favourites they have to offer including scrumptious lasagnes and desserts. The chef recommends their braised lamb, marinated chicken and pork, which is cooked for 12 hours and then glazed with maple syrup. “Cucina Italiana brings a twist to the true essence of Italy. We believe that it is all about the experience and allow customers to lay back, relax and enjoy an unpretentious, comfortable dining scenario,” Kieran adds. Apart from cooking classes with the chef in their open kitchen, the restaurant also offers catering and delivery services. E Call 17 001-317 or visit www.cucinaitaliana.com.bh. There’s a new venue in town that’s all set to introduce Italian cuisine exactly how it should be — in the Italian way! RAMADA PALACE HOTEL Thai Finesse A new Thai restaurant has arrived on the island along with aromatic scents and mouth-watering tastes to lure every hungry diner in. Adding to its current repertoire of dining options, the Ramada Palace Hotel is opening a Thai cuisine-only restaurant this month. The hotel already boasts Indian, Arabic and Lebanese restaurants and the new cuisine will offer hotel guests and diners an exclusive taste of the Orient. Orchid Thai will present diners with only the finest modern Thai cuisine. The restaurant’s menu shows great attention to detail through the range of meals to select from, as well as a definite fusion of quality native delicacies with modern touches. You will be exposed to the exemplary taste of Thai food while eating within a tranquil and luxurious setting. Careful consideration has also been given to the restaurant’s wine list, which contains numerous wine options; each has been specifically selected to complement the cuisine. The waiters will even suggest an exact bottle to accompany the dish you choose. Couples, small groups and large parties are all welcome — Orchid Thai will accommodate all manner of diners to ensure you have the most enjoyable time possible. You can eat both lunch and dinner at the restaurant; lunch hours are from 11am until 3.30pm and dinner from 6.30pm until 1am. E Call 17 312-006.
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