TOMATO CHEESE SANDWICH

INGREDIENTS

1 tsp butter

½ onion (finely chopped)

 2 tomatoes (finely chopped)

 ¼ tsp turmeric

 1 tsp pav bhaji masala

 ½ tsp salt

2 tbsp coriander (finely chopped)

for sandwich assembly:

 bread

butter

green chutney

tomato slice

cheese slice

Chaat masala

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Firstly, in a pan heat 1 tsp butter and sauté ½ onion.
2. Add 2 tomato and sauté until tomatoes turn soft and mushy.
3. Add ¼ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp pav bhaji masala and ½ tsp salt.
4. Sauté on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.
5. Add 2 tbsp coriander and mix well. tomato stuffing is ready.
6. To prepare the sandwich, spread butter on 2 slices of bread.
7. Spread green chutney
8. Further top with 1 tbsp of prepared tomato stuffing.
9. Place 2 slice of tomato and 1 slice of cheese.
10. Sprinkle some chaat masala and cover with bread slice.
11. Grill the sandwich to golden brown on both sides.
12. Finally, enjoy tomato sandwich with tomato sauce.

GRILLED CHEESE PIZZA SANDWICH

INGREDIENTS

1 onion (finely chopped)

3 tbsp sweet corn

1 tomato (finely chopped)

½ capsicum (finely chopped)

3 tbsp paneer (cubes)

¼ tsp pepper powder

½ tsp salt

¼ cup mayonnaise (eggless)

2 tbsp tomato sauce

1 tsp chilli sauce

1 tsp green chutney

¼ cup cheese (grated)

For one sandwich:

3 slice bread (white or brown)

butter (to spread)

3 tbsp tomato sauce

1 tsp green chutney

8 slice cucumber

4 slice tomato

2 tbsp potato (boiled & mashed)

pinch chaat masala

½ tsp chilli sauce

¼ tsp chilli flakes

¼ tsp mixed herbs

2 tbsp pizza cheese (grated)

METHOD

1. Firstly, in a large bowl take 1 onion, 3 tbsp sweet corn, 1 tomato, ½ capsicum and 3 tbsp paneer.
2. Add ¼ tsp pepper powder, ½ tsp salt and mix well.
3. Add ¼ cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp tomato sauce, 1 tsp chilli sauce, 1 tsp green chutney and ¼ cup cheese.
4. Mix well making sure everything is well combined. The stuffing is ready.
5. Take 3 slices of bread and spread butter.
6. On one of the slices spread 1 tbsp tomato sauce and on another 1 tsp green chutney.
7. Spread 2 tbsp of prepared stuffing on one slice of bread.
8. Cover with a slice of bread that is buttered.
9. Place 8 slice cucumber, 4 slice tomato, 2 tbsp potato, pinch chaat masala, and 1 tbsp tomato sauce.
10. Cover with a bread slice, in which green chutney is spread.
11. Press gently, butter the sandwich and grill to a golden brown.
12. Place the sandwich in a pan. make sure to place a plate or stand at the bottom to prevent burning.
13. Spread 1 tbsp tomato sauce, ½ tsp chilli sauce, ¼ tsp chilli flakes and ¼ tsp mixed herbs.
14. Spread uniformly, you can alternatively use pizza sauce here.
15. Top with 2 tbsp of grated pizza cheese.
16. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until cheese melts.
17. Finally, slice half and enjoy grilled cheese pizza sandwich with potato chips.

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Originally from Syria, Chef Alaa started his hotelier journey at the young age of 15 years while studying in a hotel and tourism school and college. He has worked in five countries around the world and has more than 22 years of international experience working in various restaurants such as Damascus Gate, as well as multiple hotel groups like Le Meridien, Sheraton, JW Marriott and Dhanat resorts. 

Chef Alaa joined Grand Hyatt Muscat in 2011 as Middle Eastern specialty chef in Banquets and got promoted to Chef de cuisine with his passion and hard work. He was instrumental in designing the highly successful and celebrated Wedding menus catering to Arabic, Indian and Mediterranean with European twist and the signature brunches and Ramadan Iftar menus at Grand Hyatt Muscat. With his extreme passion for fine food and flavors, Chef Alaa got promoted as Executive Sous Chef to lead eight outlets including award-winning Tuscany & Mokha Cafe, five board rooms and 1,000 sq m of ballroom space, and worked his way up as Head Chef at Grand Hyatt Muscat.

Chef Alaa prides himself on a unique cooking style of traditional Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavor. Alaa attributes his passion for cooking and his first kitchen experiences to his mother before stepping on to his international journey. He will be targeting in developing new concepts within Grand Hyatt Muscat ‘s diverse and glocal culinary offerings. 

When not working, Alaa likes to spend time with his family, travelling and loves outdoors activities & sports such as horse-riding, basketball and swimming. He also spends his leisure time exploring and learning the cultures of different countries as he believes that the culinary world is an endless journey with something new to learn every day. 

About Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 14 premier brands. As of September 30, 2018, the Company’s portfolio included more than 750 properties in more than 55 countries across six continents. The Company’s purpose to care for people so they can be their best informs its business decisions and growth strategy and is intended to attract and retain top colleagues, build relationships with guests and create value for shareholders. The Company’s subsidiaries develop, own, operate, manage, franchise, license or provide services to hotels, resorts, branded residences, vacation ownership properties, and fitness and spa locations, including under the Park Hyatt®, Miraval®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®, Andaz®, Hyatt Centric®, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Ziva, Hyatt Zilara, Hyatt Residence Club® and exhale® brand names.

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Samir Messaoudi, General Manager said, “We are looking forward to welcoming Ramadan and treating guests visiting our hotel to an unforgettable experience. We are offering a collection of unique culinary options and perfect setting. Guests can enjoy authentic melodies throughout the Holy month in a perfect backdrop. Every detail has been thought of to delight our guests to enjoy a great evening.”

Sheraton Iftar Buffet

Inspired by different Arabic cultures and local Omani tastes, the Iftar buffet served at Courtyard restaurant will offer a rich array of Arabic special dishes, Ouzi, live stations, a fine selection of hot and cold starters, famous Ramadan desserts and a selection of traditional drinks such as Tamar Hindi, Laban and Qamar El Deen. Starting from OMR 15 per person, Iftar buffet is served every day from sunset to 8.30 PM.

Ramadan To Go

Ramadan is a time to slow down and connect with friends and family. Order takeaway or delivery to your preferred location to celebrate Iftar and Sohour time with loved ones. With impeccable service paired with flexible facilities to suit unique requests, exclusive packages are available upon request.

Ramadan Retreat

Families looking for a staycation or getaway during Ramadan can enjoy special room rates starting from OMR 55 per night. The special package includes an overnight stay, a delectable Iftar buffet and Sohour set menu.

Signature Sheraton Halwa

Omani Halwa made in-house and is available for sale in exquisitely designed package. Starting from OMR 4, the halwa is available in two types of Exclusive packaging, ideal to gift to friends, families and also for formal occasions.

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It tastes like a sweet potato. Located in Tokyo’s Asakusa, “Funawa” is a traditional sweet shop. It is open with all safety measures against COVID-19.

“Imo-Yokan” which is usually made with sweet potato and sugar has been loved by the Japanese for generations. “Nissei” has supported “Funawa” to develop soft ice cream.

Haruaki Kukino, owner of Funawa said, “Our shop was founded in October 1902. We sold typical Japanese sweet “Imo Yokan”, which is made mainly by sweet potato. To revitalize Asakusa town, we thought about selling soft ice cream to introduce different products from Japanese sweets for sale at the front of the store. So, we came up with the idea of adding the taste of “Imo yokan” into the soft ice cream”.

“Imo-Yokan soft ice cream” is made by mixing the paste of Imo-Yokan with vanilla cream. It is important to choose a special type of cream to fit Imo-Yokan.

“Funawa” has undertaken many challenges to developing new tastes with the cooperation of soft ice cream maker “Nissei”.

Aki Suzuki, a staff at Funawa said, “During the development stage, depending on the type of vanilla, the taste of “Imo Yokan” was lost and the colour of “Imo Yokan” disappeared without colouring. However, through repeated trial and error, it became perfect, and you could feel the natural sweetness of the sweet potato. I hope our visitors enjoy the taste of Japanese sweet potato”.

Besides the cream, there are small pieces of Imo-Yokan. The natural tastes of sweet potato and cute appearance have gained a reputation on SNS.

A visitor said, “It has the taste of sweet potato yokan, and it is sweet and delicious”.

The collaboration between traditional sweet maker “Imo Yokan” and modern sweets “soft ice cream” offers a new style of sweets to foreign tourists in Japan. (ANI)

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Overseen by Executive Chef Thierry Quintric, Chef Fevzi will be preparing a feast with a variety of different live cooking stations, a selection of mouth-watering cold and hot Turkish mezze appetizers; the best in Turkish meat dishes including İskender kebab, a famous Turkish delicacy; Lamb chops Pirzola, whole seabass; and Lahmacun, a round, thin dough topped with minced meat, vegetables and herbs including also the “Kadayif” one of the famous Turkish desserts.

“I am honoured that my home country will be recognised at the Turkish night and I am, of course, very excited to bring guests on a true Turkish dining experience,” says Chef.  “I am so proud of the cuisine that has been created in Turkey and can’t wait to share my passion and love of this food with the people of Muscat.” 

The festival is designed for families and foodies to enjoy quality time and great food together in a lovely ambience. The buffet is priced at OMR 18 net per person.

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Ananthapuri Restaurant

City’s favourite restaurant is offering Christmas lunch at OMR 3.500 which include Chicken Kothi Porichathu, fish vattichathu,  Aleppy Chemeen Curry, Kallappam and Syrian beef roast. For bookings contact 94557091 or 92577093 

Achayans Restaurant

The newly opened Achayans Restaurant in Wadi Kabir is offering Christmas meal for OMR 2.500 including duck curry and fish fry. For bookings contact 94433725 or 92214060 

1947 Restaurant

The popular 1947 in Al Ghubrah is offering Christmas brunch for OMR 3.500. For bookings contact 92241112.

Horizon Restaurant 

Horizon Restaurant in Ghala is offering lip-smacking meal for OMR 3. For bookings contact 71981222 

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It took three days to build the 12 meters-wide, eight meters-foot-tall, sweet treat which is believed to be largest gingerbread house in the city. The chefs worked non-stop for 48 hours to create the gingerbread house covered with around 2000 pieces of freshly baked gingerbread bricks and ‘wish’ cookies and candies.

Every year Sheraton Oman chefs make it a point to give a new look to the gingerbread giving people a reason to come back to view the creation.

Decorating gingerbread house is a wonderful tradition and a great way to kick off the holidays.  Sheraton Oman invites families to bring their children and let them enjoy the fun of creating and decorating the gingerbread house.

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Customers can buy McChicken and Spicy McChicken at only OMR 1 on Wednesday from 11 am – 4 pm in the Drive Thru across all its outlets in Oman.

“In the true fun, engaging, and rewarding spirit of McDonald’s Oman, it will be offering it’s beloved customers their favorite meals McChicken and Spicy McChicken at only 1 OMR on Wednesday Dec 16th from 11 am – 4 pm in the Drive Thru,” McDonald’s Oman said in a statement.
 
“Always committed to staying active and entertaining in society, McDonald’s constantly reasserts it’s in the business of smiles,” McDonalds added.

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For an early start to the festivities, join us at the Festive Friday brunch with special selection of treats, including traditional turkey with trimmings, beef wellington, Yorkshire pudding, mince pies and much more on December 18^th and Christmas Day lunch from 1 pm to 5 pm on December 25^th. Enjoy its incredible cuisine, great atmosphere and kids’ entertainment plus a visit from Santa Claus as he heads home to the North Pole! 

Feast in style on Christmas Eve and enjoy a five-course menu at OMNY from 7 pm onwards. 

Ensure your New Year’s Eve goes off with a bang at the OMNY Brasserie as it’s all set to add a sparkle to your evening. Indulge in an exquisite five- course set menu with the perfect setting with options of a la carte and children’s menu or celebrate under the stars at Qureshi Bab-Al-Hind and try the signature international buffet featuring selection of salads, main courses and desserts. 

On New Year’s Day, start 2021 off on a delicious note with the ultimate brunch at Straits featuring healthy superfood options along with unlimited selected drinks from 1 pm to 5 pm. 

There are also some fantastic accommodation packages curated just for the Festive Season. Check out the spacious luxury guest rooms, elegant suites and enjoy access to the spa, pool and gym with prices starting from OMR 55 net for two persons per room.

All events and activities are subject to change as per the Government guidelines.

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JW Marriott Muscat has put together a great deal for people in Oman to celebrate the long weekend. 

Following are the special deals offered by JW Marriott Muscat:

For only OMR 45, unwind in a spacious room overlooking landscaped gardens, nourish the body with cuisines for every craving, or simply take a moment of undisturbed reflection in one of the hotel’s inspiring spaces.

In-house guests can enjoy a dip in one of the three hotel pools or work out in state-of-the-art fitness center. Butter Buns, the sports-themed burger joint with 24 TV screens and monster milkshakes, Kitchen 7 showcases dishes from multiple lands, and Pink Salt, Muscat’s most chic and sophisticated steakhouse are ready to take guests on a culinary delight.  

Enhanced by its genuine warm hospitality and ‘Mindful and Present’ philosophy, JW Marriott Muscat is designed to keep all guests in balance, leaving them richer than when they arrived. For reservations, call +968 2492 0000 or email Reservations.jwmarriottmuscat@marriott.com.

• Deluxe Room Rate for OMR 45 includes:
• Breakfast for two adults, kids under 6 eat for free, 6-12 years old get 50% saving.
• 20% saving on Food & Beverage.
• JW Mindful Moment.
• Early check-in at 11AM and late check-out at 6PM (subject to availability).
• Upgrade to next category (subject to availability).
• 50% off on the 2nd connecting room with children below 18 years old.
• Package applicable for maximum 2 adults and 2 children below 12 years of age. In case of triple occupancy, extra charge supplement is at OMR 15.
• Pool and fitness center access.
• This offer cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions.
• Rate does not include tax & service charge.

Friday brunch: 
JW Marriott Muscat invites guests to embark on a culinary journey at Kitchen7 and enjoy a sumptuous brunch selection every Friday afternoon.
Featuring live cooking stations inspired by a famous sailor who discovered dishes from multiple lands, diners can choose from fresh Omani Seafood, Asian woks, Middle Eastern grills, European breads and Indian tandoors, amongst many other carefully-selected dishes and complemented by crafted blends created by the resident mixologist. 
OMR 18 per person 
OMR 28 per person with enhanced package 
Children under 6 eat for free Children between the ages of 6 -12 years old – 50% savings 
For reservations, call +968 2492 0000

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