{"id":11906,"date":"2019-04-21T09:32:04","date_gmt":"2019-04-21T09:32:04","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?p=11906"},"modified":"2021-01-19T06:33:01","modified_gmt":"2021-01-19T06:33:01","slug":"history-of-mediterranean-cuisine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bateel.com\/blog\/recipes\/history-of-mediterranean-cuisine\/","title":{"rendered":"History of Mediterranean Cuisine"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Caf\u00e9 Bateel, the home of Mediterranean cuisine, is one of the leading purveyors of gourmet food experiences.<\/p>\n

Mediterranean cuisine is the product of cultural influence and a blend of tastes from across the Mediterranean Sea. This region includes countries in southern Europe, Northern Africa as well as southwest Asia, all of which Caf\u00e9 Bateel draws inspiration from. Sourcing our ingredients from the Levant region, our menu places an emphasis on authentic dishes that are full of flavour.<\/p>\n

In the agricultural heart of Italy, Umbria, food is the foundation of every celebration and culinary traditions are revered. Bateel\u2019s Umbrian partners continue to demonstrate unparalleled skills in crafting traditional Italian specialities, including pastas, grains and legumes. With the same care that goes into harvesting our dates, each product from the estate reflects a time-honoured legacy. Thanks to high culinary standards, Bateel produces and sources some of the finest foods in the world.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Mediterranean cuisine is often linked to the Mediterranean diet, which is low in saturated fat and high in monounsaturated fat and dietary fibre. Revered as a healthy lifestyle option, this diet places an emphasis on fruits, vegetables, herbs, nuts and whole grains. At Caf\u00e9 Bateel, our signature dishes are curated from authentic recipes using fresh, wholesome ingredients. Some of our signature dishes include our Mediterranean Farro, a hearty soup topped with a medley of warming spices. Guests are also invited to indulge in a crunchy Halloumi and Avocado Bruschetta, enhanced with zaatar, sumac and a silky beetroot hummus. Other delicious mains include our Grilled Salmon & Quinoa which, is topped with fresh asparagus, peas, zucchini and a zesty lemon zaatar sauce.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Spearheading culinary experiences of distinction, Cafe Bateel provides a warm and sophisticated ambiance where you can enjoy extraordinary Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Our award-winning chefs have an unwavering commitment to produce the highest quality dishes and travel the world to source the finest ingredients. At Caf\u00e9 Bateel, we bring the best of the world on a plate \u2013 from artisanal Italian pastas and gourmet French patisseries to innovative Arabian-inspired creations.<\/p>\n

Premium, natural flavours are the foundation of every dish at Caf\u00e9 Bateel. Whether it\u2019s organic ingredients imported from Umbria or exquisite seasonings sourced fresh from the Levant region, our authentic recipes are bursting with flavour. We invite you to enjoy a gourmet dining experience at any of our 19 locations across the GCC. Taste the difference.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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