winning hotel Rosewood Jeddah is all set to host a lavish gastronomic event: the Turkish Food Festival on January 7-20. Guests are invited to ring in the New Year while dining every evening from 7:00 p.m. to midnight. They can also enjoy a sumptuous Turkish themed Friday brunch, from 1 to 5 p.m. Under the supervision of the talented Turkish sous-chef Tahir Guneysu, Habsburg restaurant will be showcasing for the first time, some of Turkey's most popular and traditional delicacies. The two-week festival will embark Rosewood Jeddah's guests on a rich and memorable culinary journey, while sampling delicious Turkish cuisine. Overseen by executive chef Amjad Al Ghandoor, chef Tahir and his highly experienced brigade will present a selection of vegetable dishes including a large choice of cold Turkish mezze appetizers. Also available on the elaborate menu, the popular İskender kebab, as well as Lahmacun, a round, thin piece of dough topped with minced meat, vegetables and herbs. Last but not least, guests can interact with culinary experts, while enjoying live cooking stations and a variety of mouth-watering traditional Turkish desserts, including the renowned "Dondurma" (ice-cream) show. Sponsors of this special event include: The First Group, Platinum Magazine and Alam Al Rajul Magazine, Destination Jeddah Magazine, Mix FM and Qatar Airways. Guests dining during the Turkish Food Festival period will have the chance to participate in a daily raffle draw. One lucky winner will be announced every day. Exciting prizes include Qatar Airways flight tickets to various destinations, a football match ticket, a Jersey shirt signed by a football player or even a night's stay at the stunning Rosewood Jeddah! Guests can enjoy the Turkish Dinner Buffet for SR205 per person, including water and a choice of Turkish coffee or tea; the Friday brunch is priced at SR230 per person, including a welcome drink. For booking enquiries, please call Rosewood Jeddah on +966 12 260 7111 or visit http://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/jeddah. — SG
