A Mediterranean journey at Shangri-La Makati

MANILA, Philippines - Makati Shangri-La offers diners the robust and healthy cuisine of the European, African, and Asian countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea for lunch and dinner until April 30. Among the main courses Red offers diners is the grilled lamb rump and shish kebab with dates couscous and confit of red peppers in cumin jus, a dish influenced by

Africa. Another highlight is the pairing of pan seared sea bass with roasted vegetable tarte and a Greek casserole, moussaka with eggplants and Feta cheese. Diners may also sample the simple yet elegant spaghetti vongole with palourde mussels and clams – a seafood treat from Italy. The zucchini and mushroom entrée, baked courgette and wild mushroom risotto with Portobello and Blue cheese gratin, displays the Italians’ and French’s influence on Mediterranean cuisine. The selection of desserts include mascarpone and red berry tea cake with forest berry sorbet, basil and extra virgin olive oil, chocolate cake with candied olive ice cream, and genuine homemade um-ali – a type of traditional Arabic bread pudding.

Diners can also enjoy a wide variety of starters and soups stamped with distinct

Mediterranean flavors, including the delectable terrine of octopus and lobster with lemon-coriander marinade with fried sardine crisps.

 For inquiries and reservations, call 813-8888 extension 7588 / 7599 or 840-0884.