Every year I say I will not attend any of these dinners special event dinners that are “one menu fits all” as the meal is usually disappointing, frequently cold, overcooked and/or it’s something that you wouldn’t ordinarily order off the menu. But an evening at Orient Bay complete with a belly dancing show was to irresistible to miss. I’ve been wanting to try the food at this mid eastern restaurant, but as a single diner it was more upscale than I wanted to do alone. So here was my opportunity.
There were six in our group, the location is lovely with a view of the lights of Zihuatanejo below. Plates of appetizers were brought out and every thing was delicious. It would have been nice to have had a printed menu telling us what we were eating so one would know what to order on a return visit. I did recognize the stuffed grape leaves, they were delicious, loved the cucumber sauce and everything else on the plate, but am still not sure what it was. The main course was skewers, one of lamb, one of chicken and one of shrimp. And this is where my problem comes in. The shrimp was edible, I’m not sure about the chicken as I traded mine for another shrimp. I was looking forward to tasting the lamb, as lamb used to be a favorite before I quit eating meat, but it was so over cooked none of us were able to even get it off the skewers. Friends at a different table said their lamb was perfect. Desert included a sweet coconut concoction and a marvelous stuffed date. Could have eaten a whole plate of the dates.
The floor show was delightful, a beautifully costumed dancer who wowed us right from the start as she danced in with a tray of lit candles on her head and instead of the usual bare feet or curlicued slippers, she performed in high spike heels. Very very pleasant evening, very enjoyable show, great location and ambiance. I hope to return soon to Orient Bay for a good meal. Anyone want to go to dinner?
Signing off KO
Zihuathyme 