For someone who’s fasting during Ramadan, Iftaar is a special moment, and what makes it more special is the company of some new-found friends over a spectacular culinary experience. I was graciously invited to a bloggers’ Iftaar at Liwan, one of several restaurants at Al Ghurair Rayhaan by Rotana, and I almost didn’t go before actually deciding to; turns out, it was a good decision.
Even though this is a photo-blog, not a restaurant review, I will not hesitate to mention that the tantalizing dessert selection is by far the best around.
Let the feast for the eyes begin!
An authentic Arabic Iftaar experience
Poppadom
Happy diners
Traditional lanterns
Chefs preparing the buffet
A mouth-watering assortment of sweets
A little surprise on every table
Refreshing watermelon nectar
Unknown drink in adorable milk bottles
Appetizers, appetizers
Enjoying their meal
Fruitilicious selections
Pistachio cookies
Dinner’s served
Chocolate mousse
Berries and cream
Dates aplenty – take your pick
The beautiful Turkish tea stall
The Indian Bazar
Mamool
Turkish tea, anyone?
Up-close and personal with spinach and pine nut samosas
Grilled vegetables galore
Meringue with berries
Poppadom cones
Last-minute prep
A selection of picked middle-eastern delicacies
(non-alcoholic) Drinks, anyone?
Sesame seed crackers
Meringue with berries
Louqmat
Trifle
Banana chocolate cake
The fruit, salad and sushi bar
Date and nut truffles
Hand-crafted chocolates
