Much has been written about the superb travel opportunities in Kenya. The wildlife experience is incomparable for a safari, and then there is the annual migration of animals that some have called the 8th wonder of the world. Its magnificent beaches are well known, as it the mystique of the Maasai tribes with their rich culture. What is less well known is that Kenya has innumerable outstanding restaurants, and fine dining is something that can be looked forward to during a visit there. There are also many eateries where the food is great but it’s more informal, and it’s the setting that makes it so spectacular. There is such a wide array available that it will be essential to consult a Kenyan restaurant reviews in order to narrow down which establishments will be receiving your patronage.
Reflecting the rich history of Kenya
Any country’s cuisine is likely to reflect its culture and the different people who call it home. This is just as true of Kenya. The Italians were part of a colonizing influence in Kenya, so there is often a lot of garlic, olive oil and basil used in certain dishes. The Portuguese also visited Kenya in large numbers and they introduced the cashew nuts that Kenyans now love to combine with chicken. Tomatoes and corn were also Portuguese imports. As Kenya is situated on the East Coast of Africa, close to Zanzibar and the spice routes, most traditional dishes are pungent with spices and are infused with curry, coriander, turmeric and ginger. Being situated on the equator, tropical fruits such as coconuts also play a large part in the cuisine and coconut milk is an essential ingredient in most curries.
Choosing where to eat from Kenyan Restaurant Reviews
You would need to decide what food you wanted to eat before consulting a review. The warm Indian Ocean provides some of the world’s best fish so expect to find a wide variety of freshly-caught seafood on the menu. Other restaurants will feature all types of meat including wild game meat – they might even use Maasai swords to produce the various cuts of meat. If you’re feeling adventurous you might dine on ostrich, crocodile, zebra or impala (which is a type of antelope). Even elephant trunk or giraffe neck can be served, although these are now harder to find owing to a move against hunting wildlife. Al fresco dining is popular because of the good climate, but you could also find yourself dining in naturally formed coral caves, in a candle-lit cavern, or sitting under the brilliance of the Southern Cross. Cocktails are also very prevalent and have names like White Mischief, Pina Colada and Strawberry Daiquiri that provide echoes of the country’s colonial past.
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