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- Radisson Blu Arboretum’s Hosts Taste Of Italy Week Amidst Tourism Boom In Kenya
Radisson Blu Hotel and Residence, Arboretum’s Fire Lake Restaurant over the weekend hosted local and international tourists for The Taste of Italy Week, featuring Radisson Blu Arboretum Executive Chef, Chef Martin Gituma, Radisson Blu Juba Executive Chef, Chef Michel Merite, and Turkish Opera Tenor, Turgut Akmete amidst the current tourism boom in the country.
Promising a culinary journey to Italy without leaving Nairobi, Radisson Blu Arboretum General Manager, Shivram Gangadharan, noted the weeklong celebration of Italian cuisine offered a delightful experience for every palate through its specially curated four-day event at the hotel.
“Over the weekend, we hosted local and international guests for a Taste of Italy Week at Radisson Blu Arboretum’s, Five Star Fire Lake Restaurant.The four-day event consisted of specially curated Italian dishes that delivered the real Italian cuisine and experience,” said Shivram. “The four-day event at The Fire Lake Restaurant program featured:
- Set Dinner on Thursday June 13th:an exquisite Italian set dinner accompanied by an electric performance by Turkish Opera Tenor, Turgut Akmete.
- Cocktail Night on Friday June 14th:A sophisticated evening of signature cocktails and canapés, perfect for unwinding and socialising.
- DunchnMseto Italian and Kenyan Fusion Food Market June 15th: Explore a vibrant fusion of Italian and Kenyan cuisines at our dynamic food market, where culinary traditions meet innovative flavours.
- Signature Breeze and Brunch 2.0 Chef’s Face Off June 16th:Enjoy a luxurious brunch featuring a thrilling culinary face-off between Chef Michel and Chef Martin, displaying their Italian and Kenyan specialties live cooking show.”
Shivram also noted that this promotion is not just about celebrating Italian cuisine but also about maximizing the opportunities presented by the local and international tourism boom.
“By offering unique and attractive experiences, we attract new guests and foster loyalty among existing ones. This, in turn, helps us grow our business and contribute to the overall success of the hospitality sector in Nairobi.”
