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Belgian Cafe in Abu Dhabi
Today I visited Belgian Cafe, a German-inspired restaurant in Abu Dhabi. While the restaurant is famous for its extensive beer selection, I opted to focus on their food offerings instead of the beverages.
The highlight of our meal was undoubtedly the “Pork Festival” platter - a generous assortment featuring succulent ribs, crispy bacon, and flavorful sausages, among other pork delicacies. This combination plate offered an excellent variety of flavors and textures.
The restaurant has a cozy European pub atmosphere, with wooden furnishings and traditional decor that transports you to a classic Belgian brasserie.
Each item on the platter was prepared to perfection - the ribs were tender and fell right off the bone, the bacon was just the right balance of crispy and chewy, and the sausages had that authentic snap when bitten into.
For those looking to enjoy pork dishes in Abu Dhabi (which can be somewhat challenging to find), Belgian Cafe is absolutely worth a visit. The portion sizes are generous, making it great value for money, and the quality of the food makes for a truly enjoyable dining experience.
Overall, Belgian Cafe offers a wonderful taste of European cuisine right here in Abu Dhabi. Despite not partaking in their beer offerings, the food alone makes this restaurant a standout choice that I would happily recommend.
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Bonna Anne Ethiopian Restaurant
Bonna Anne Ethiopian Restaurant - A Taste of Ethiopia
On September 24th, I had the opportunity to explore the unique flavors of Ethiopian cuisine at Bonna Anne Ethiopian Restaurant. This was a delightful culinary adventure that introduced me to the distinctive tastes and dining traditions of Ethiopia.
The Food Experience
Ethiopian cuisine is known for its communal dining style and distinctive flavor profiles. The centerpiece of the meal was injera, a sourdough flatbread with a slightly tangy flavor. This spongy bread serves as both your plate and your utensil - a truly interactive dining experience!
What made the meal particularly memorable were the various sauces and stews (known as “wats”) served on top of the injera. The restaurant offered both red and green spicy sauces that were incredibly flavorful. The red sauce had a rich, complex heat, while the green sauce offered a fresher, herbal spiciness. Though the sour taste of the injera was initially surprising, it paired perfectly with the bold flavors of the sauces.
The Dining Style
One of the most interesting aspects of Ethiopian dining is the communal approach. Food is served on a large shared platter covered with injera, and everyone eats from the same plate, using pieces of injera to scoop up the various dishes. This creates a wonderfully social dining experience.
The restaurant itself had a warm, welcoming atmosphere with traditional Ethiopian decorations that enhanced the authentic experience. The staff were friendly and helpful in explaining the different dishes and the proper way to enjoy them.
Final Thoughts
Bonna Anne Ethiopian Restaurant offers a wonderful introduction to Ethiopian cuisine. The slightly sour injera bread might be unfamiliar at first, but it quickly becomes an enjoyable part of the experience. The spicy sauces were definitely the highlight - bursting with flavor and perfectly complementing the injera.
If you’re looking to expand your culinary horizons and try something truly different, Ethiopian cuisine offers a unique combination of flavors and dining traditions that make for a memorable meal. Bonna Anne Ethiopian Restaurant provides an authentic and delicious way to experience this fascinating cuisine.
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