www.bahrainthismonth.com July 2013 127 Arabian Hospitality GULF HOTEL With its fine dining restaurants, lounges and a plethora of carefully conceived delicacies for the ‘fasting’ month, the Gulf Hotel makes each day of the Holy Month a rewarding experience after the sun has set. As in previous years, the hotel invites guests to the popular Khaimat Al Khaleej Ramadan tent Ghabga. You can also enjoy a daily Iftar at the Al Waha and Takht Jamsheed restaurants. Iftar Break your fast with an eclectic mix of the freshest local foods and traditional Arabic specialties served daily at Al Waha. An extensive spread of Arabic and Persian cuisine will also be on offer at Takht Jamsheed, the popular Iranian restaurant. Iftar menus include exquisite dates, refreshing juices and hot and cold mezzeh, together with an enticing mix of salads, home-baked breads, shawarma and falafel. If that leaves room for anything else, brace yourself for the Arabic specialties such as quzi, thareed and harees. For dessert, you can expect to enjoy traditional favourites — um Ali, kunafa and mahalabiya. Buffets are priced at BD15++ per person in both restaurants. Ghabga For those who prefer to enjoy a late evening get-together with friends and family, the Khaimat Al Khaleej tent is a great option. This spectacular venue offers guests an extensive buffet, with a wide variety of traditional Bahraini and Arabic dishes. Here you could enjoy a slice of Arab hospitality against a background of traditional music, with a live oud and tabla player performing every evening. An evening out is priced at BD14++ per person on weekdays, and BD16++ per person on weekends. As with Iftar buffets, there are special packages for corporate and group bookings. La Pergola, the hotel’s Italian restaurant, will be open throughout Ramadan for those seeking a year-round dining experience. Alternatively, Sato will serve up an à la carte menu of signature Japanese delicacies such as sushi, maki and teppanyaki. Also, look out for the Gulf Hotel’s grand Eid Al Fitr event to mark the end of Ramadan. E Call 17 713-000. A night out during Ramadan at the Gulf Hotel has always been an essential ingredient of the Holy Month. This year promises to be no different.
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