Cantina Kahlo Brings the Authentic Taste of Mexico to The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain

MANAMA, BAHRAIN--(Marketwired - Oct 13, 2016) -  Authentic Mexican cuisine has officially arrived in Bahrain, and it goes by the name of Cantina Kahlo. Situated within The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain and due to celebrate its grand opening on October 18, 2016, Cantina Kahlo artfully blends 5-star service with Mexican culinary authenticity for a dining experience like nothing else in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

The gastronomic journey begins with the location. Positioned adjacent to the legendary Trader Vic's, Cantina Kahlo welcomes diners with an equally glamorous atmosphere inspired by the bold art and colors of Mexico. The restaurant then opens onto an alfresco terrace nestled in a lush garden. From here, guests can gaze over the turquoise waters of the private beach of The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain.

Such a setting demands an extraordinary menu, which is precisely what Chef Cesar Daniel de Leon Torres delivers. Working with a fully dedicated team of chefs from Mexico, Chef Torres has composed a menu of dishes and flavors authentic to Mexico and unique among restaurants in Bahrain. Selections include artisanal tacos, ceviche, guacamole as well as favorites like "sopes" and mouth-watering "flautas", besides other delicacies ranging from pulled chicken and roasted pineapple sour cream to field mushrooms and beef tongue.

In a nod to authenticity, Chef Torres, who joins the team in Bahrain after honing his skills in the most renowned Mexican restaurants in Miami, works primarily with ingredients imported directly from Mexico. Additionally, guests can pair their meal with one of Cantina Kahlo's meticulously curated Mexican beers or cocktails, and the famous Mexican Cola, "Jarritos".

Commenting on the grand opening of Cantina Kahlo, Mr. Christian Zandonella, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain said, "We welcome our guests to our newest restaurant, Cantina Kahlo, which is a true piece of art on both the culinary front and with regard to its exciting interior décor that so effortlessly captures the essence of Mexico. Every single piece of art here has a story, and we look forward to sharing that story with our guests on their journey through Mexico's culinary traditions". Providing a soundtrack to that journey is the Mariachi performers who will arrive from Mexico to serenade guests during the restaurant's grand opening week.