Hawar Resort by Mantis has unveiled a new culinary concept at its flagship coastal restaurant, C-Salt, introducing a contemporary expression of Southern Italian cuisine to the kingdom.
The revamped venue, located on the shores of Hawar Island, has appointed Chef Domenico Nicolino as culinary director to lead its gastronomic operations. Focusing on a philosophy of simplicity and seasonal ingredients, Chef Nicolino’s menu features a range of coastal-inspired dishes, handmade pasta, and generous sharing platters.
Menu highlights include the Tartare di Tonno, which pairs bluefin tuna with avocado and yoghurt, alongside Polpette di Scamorza alla Napoletana della Nonna (traditional Neapolitan-style beef meatballs stuffed with scamorza cheese). For pasta, the restaurant serves homemade Tagliolini with crab.
Main courses feature Fritto di Paranza, a combination of baby squid, whitebait and soft-shell crab served with black garlic and lemon aioli. Additionally, a daily Catch of the Day is prepared in a traditional crust of salt and Mediterranean herbs.
A separate Kids’ Menu is available for families, and a multi-course Chef’s Tasting Menu is offered to showcase the regional flavours of Southern Italy.
Appointed in April this year, Hawar Resort by Mantis – Mantis collection general manager Dennis de Groot commented on the new concept: “We are in Hawar, there is sea, sand and now there is C-salt. We wanted to play with the concept of the Mediterranean, using the marine wildlife that’s available.
Mr de Groot
“Through experiences such as sunset fishing, guests can catch their own fish and have it freshly prepared by our chefs at C-Salt, creating a genuine connection between the sea, the destination and the dining experience.”
“Domenico is from Southern Italy, so we’re proud to have him tap into his roots. The menu features specialty homemade pasta dishes inspired by some of his grandmother’s cherished recipes. He also makes his own gelato, ensuring guests can enjoy freshly prepared, authentic Italian ice cream. Everything is handcrafted at the resort, using a fresh, made-from-scratch approach.”
“The Italian flair has resonated exceptionally well with our guests, and the concept has been a resounding success, earning consistently positive feedback and creating a truly memorable dining experience.”
Slow-braised veal ossobuco
Operating from Tuesday through Sunday, C-Salt opens at 3pm for afternoon drinks, with dinner service starting at 5pm. The coastal venue offers guests the option of outdoor dining by the water or an intimate dinner under the stars.
- For bookings and enquiries, guests can contact the resort on +97332183610, email reservations@hawarresort.com, or visit www.hawarresort. com.
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