112 February 2013 www.bahrainthismonth.com Off to the Kitchen! Cooking classes Five-star hotels in the Kingdom are willing to share the secrets of their top recipes. Men can learn from the experts at The Kempinski Grand & Ixir Hotel Bahrain City Centre on February 2; ladies can take up the same class on February 9. Spend two hours at Soie, at the Sheraton Hotel Bahrain, on February 7 to learn the tricks to authentic Chinese fare from the head chef himself. The venue celebrates the Chinese New Year’s Eve on February 9; enjoy a free half-bottle of house wine when you spend a minimum of BD15++. Fiamma, at Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa, hosts a cooking class as well on February 2 and every first Saturday of the month thereafter. While we’re on the topic of Italian fare, you should know that Cucina Italiana holds the second leg of their 10-session cooking class with chef Fortunato on February 20. New menu Every month, the chefs at Maki come up with a new creation and February’s highlight is the ‘caviaroli maki’. This is rice wrapped inside a spinach wrap, filled with succulent shrimp tempura and crabstick along with fresh avocado and sprinkled with special spices. Expect some new flavours at Pashawat, at Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa, as they have brought in a new chef de cuisine, Dany Deeb from Syria. The hotel has been on a spree of new menus this year. You’ve read all about the launch at Wok; you could also try their new menu at Fiamma. Food promotions The Delmon International Hotel celebrates the Sri Lankan National Day from February 4-8. Visit Café Sayah for lunch and dinner to devour their special dishes. Executive chef Don Mahinda brings to the table the well-loved kottu roti. China Garden, at the Gulf Hotel, invites you to celebrate the Chinese New Year from February 11-23 with signature dishes by chef Wang. The five-star hotel also sees a new executive chef heading the kitchen brigade — Louis Van Reenen. Have you checked out the express lunch, at Golestan in Sheraton Bahrain Hotel yet? At BD10, you can indulge in a three-course set menu, including mineral water and soft drinks. La Med, at The Ritz-Carlton Bahrain Hotel & Spa, has its seafood night in full swing. Dine at BD16++, inclusive of one glass of house wine, every Thursday. The theme nights, at The K Hotel’s Klouds Restaurant, have gone through a facelift. Saturdays are perfect for those who love Asian cuisine, especially if you’re thinking sushi. Sunday is barbecue night; the next evening focuses on Polynesian fare. diningf&bhappenings Our love for food is not limited to the dining room. Learn how to make those signature dishes at top bistros in the comfort of your home.
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