dining review www.bahrainthismonth.com 56 November 2022 Seafood Lovers, Rejoice! by Farah Baig Being an island nation, it’s no surprise that a majority of Bahrain’s residents have an undying love for seafood. So, naturally, the Bahrain This Month team was overjoyed on hearing that Origin Kitchen and Culture, located on the sixth floor of Hilton Bahrain, was launching its weekly ‘What’s the Catch: Seafood Night’. Hilton Bahrain, located in the thriving district of Juffair, has quickly grown to be a favourite among residents and visitors alike. The hotel's attention to detail, warm hospitality and diverse gastronomical offerings are clear indicators of why the property has garnered a fan following. It comes as no surprise then that Hilton’s seafood night is curated to be a truly special experience. You realise you’re in for a treat as soon as you walk into Origin Kitchen and Culture, given the venue’s beautiful ambience with its ‘starlit’ ceiling and rich aromas wafting from the kitchen. A chat with Executive Chef Ravneet Manchanda reveals that the culinary team aims to serve up the best of local catch to diners with nearly all the seafood being caught as early as 4am every Thursday. A vast majority of the seafood is local with the exception of a selection, such as lobster and salmon, which are not native to the Kingdom. Origin's live stations ensure that the selection of seafood is perfectly cooked according to guests’ preferences. To whet our appetite, we tucked into a delicious bowl of Lobster Bisque followed by a selection of salads including a fresh mussel salad. The cured salmon, which was made in-house, was also quite delicious! Next, we headed straight to the sushi counter which had a fantastic selection of nigiri, maki and more. We found the crispy crab rolls, prawn tempura, spicy salmon roll and California maki to be particularly enticing. The freshness of the ingredients was evident and we appreciated the perfect balance of flavours.
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