94 January 2016 www.bahrainthismonth.com dininghappenings When? January 3 Event? Sushi promotion Venue? Sato, Gulf Hotel The famous Japanese restaurant invites you to try a variety of sushi. E Call 17 713-000. When? Till January 3 Event? Three King’s Cake Venue? The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa Be part of this fun tradition that involves cake and other delicious goodies. E Call 17 586-499. When? January 11 Event? One Year Anniversary Venue? Rasoi by Vineet, Gulf Hotel Indulge in some of chef Vineet Bhatia’s signature creations. E Call 17 713-000. When? January 14 Event? Fire & Ice Venue? Meisei Sample a remarkable fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine. E Call 17 007-770. When? January 15-24 Event? Tuscany food festival Venue? Oliveto Sample some time-honoured recipes from the beautiful region. E Call 17 716-747. When? January 22 Event? Restaurant launch Venue? The K Hotel The landmark property presents one of its venues in a new avatar. E Call 17 360-000. When? Throughout January Event? Mazmizz Food Festival Venue? Figs & Olives, The Domain Hotel & Spa Try out some authentic Arabic and Ottoman delicacies. E Call 16 000-000. When? Throughout January Event? Italian Food Festival Venue? Le Sauvage,The Domain Hotel & Spa Take a culinary journey through Italy’s Liguria region. E Call 16 000-000. When? Throughout January Event? New menu Venue? Bushido Savour the delicacies from the new Wataraigani menu. E Call 17 583-555. Indulge in the tantalising dishes on the new Wataraigani menu at Bushido Restaurant, which is available exclusively this month. Serving up a variety of delicious options, all centred around this succulent shellfish, Bushido’s executive chef is delighted to showcase the versatility of crab meat for diners to enjoy. There are numerous nutritional benefits to be noted in crab meat and, in addition, it’s also pretty delicious, which is reason enough to try out this menu. As well as the Wataraigani menu, the restaurant will also be serving a ‘30-minute three-course’ lunch from Saturday to Thursday for all those who don’t want to compromise on fine dining, even during a short lunch break. Priced at BD10 net, all three courses are designed to be served within 30 minutes from the moment you order. Dishes on the menu are changed on a regular basis to ensure you never tire of the same fare. Call 17 583-555. The K Hotel, located in Juffair, is unveiling one of its most popular restaurants in a completely new incarnation. All-day-dining venue Klouds has undergone a major makeover and is going to be opened with a new name and identity this month. Renamed Kolors, it will sport a vibrant look and feel. The décor will resemble an artistic gallery with colourful blinds and bright fixtures. Expect to see many new surprises in the menu as well and new theme nights will be launched soon. The restaurant’s in-house entertainment also has fresh faces with the talented Duo Venus performing your favourite tunes. Call 17 360-000. Believed to have originated in France around the 12th century, the tradition of King’s Cake celebrates the coming of the three wise men bearing gifts 12 days after Christmas on the Feast of the Epiphany on Jan 6 — also known as Twelfth Night or King’s Day. A figurine, which can represent anything from a car to a cartoon character, is hidden in the cake and the person who finds the trinket in their slice becomes king for the day and will have to offer the next cake. The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Hotel & Spa invites you, till January 3, to be part of this tradition and additionally enjoy great food from 10am till 11pm. Call 17 586-499. Opposites attract at Meisei on January 14, as the elements combine in the shape of an ice bar, flaming drinks and liquid nitrogen desserts. Choose the cosy indoors or enjoy the outdoors as the restaurant offers three beautiful dining floors. Sample the seasonal Nikkei menu where Japan meets Peru for a feast of fusion flavours. Call 17 007-770. GASTRONOMIC GAIETY From delicious promotions to food festivals, here’s the low down on what’s happening in the dining district this month. NEW YEAR, NEW LOOK WHO’S THE KING? FIRE & ICE NEW MENU
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