Oman Air hosts event to promote sultanate's cuisine


(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Oman Air's Muscat-based catering unit is playing an important role in supporting the government's promotion of authentic Omani cuisine to discerning international audiences.

Oman Air's Catering Business Unit under the leadership of Jassim al Balushi general manager - Oman Air Catering recently hosted a high profile event at which three of Oman's leading chefs presented several new dishes. Each dish combined traditional Omani cooking with the latest global culinary trends and was created with the expert support of Oman Air's in-house chefs.

The chefs created a range of soups salads appetisers main courses and desserts which were not just pleasing to the palate but also had an overwhelming visual appeal.

The guest of honour at this special event was Mohsin Khamis al Balushi advisor to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) and board member of Oman Air.

He was joined by senior managers from Oman Air and officials from the MoCI which is overseeing Oman's presence at the forthcoming Expo Milano 2015. This will provide a global platform for increasing awareness of Omani culture and heritage including its distinctive cuisine.

Balushi said 'Authentic Omani cuisine deserves global recognition and this event has been an important step towards achieving that goal. I have been amazed by the outstanding skill and creativity shown by each of the guest chefs as well as the expertise of Oman Air's own catering specialists.'


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