ALKHOBAR — Two-time Michelin-star decorated and highly acclaimed Chef Vineet Bhatia is back in town to celebrate the fifth anniversary of Mövenpick Hotel Al Khobar. A special “Hi-5” menu has been specially created to mark the occasion and is being served from October 3 through 11 at the Maharaja restaurant located at the Mövenpick Hotel Al Khobar. “We have taken cooking to the next level, evolving further to the far reaches of culinary boundaries,” reveals Bhatia proudly of his new creations. “We are keeping the rich flavors intact, keeping them very Indian yet evolving. Constantly innovating and pushing the limits to present to our discerning guests a unique culinary experience right here in Al Khobar,” says Bhatia in his charming style. “The special Hi-5 menu created for the occasion presents our diners with a wide diversity of flavors. The idea behind the concept is to share a spectrum of flavors with different textures, served at varying temperatures with the ultimate aim to please the palate. This food is prepared from the heart with care and attention to please the senses,” he adds with a smile. The extravagant 5-course meal includes delights such as Almond Fish Marbles, Herb Crusted Scallops, Burnt Garlic-Olive Chicken Tikka, Smoked Lamb Chop and Morels tossed in Coastal Coconut Masala, accompanied by Indian favorites including Jaggery Peanut Lassi, Rajma Chaat, Bombay Cheese Toast and Stir-fried Curry Leaf and Asparagus Rice with Plantain Chips. Desserts will include Chocolate-Rasgulla Cheesecake and Mango-Peppercorn Ice Cream. Overlooking the Corniche and the Arabian Gulf in downtown Al Khobar, Mövenpick Hotel Al Khobar is the region's premier 5-star hotel, and Maharaja by Bhatia is the most popular fine-dining venue in the city. Reservation is recommended, please call 013 898 4999, extension 7060. — SG
