Camel's milk is richer in vitamin C than normal milk, and is also antimicrobial. Camel's milk is richer in vitamin C than normal milk, and is also antimicrobial.

3 The theatre of chocolate
Chocolate is a unique ingredient – it is synonymous with luxury, love and indulgence – and many of the high-end food and beverage operators across the region have been keen to use it in evermore theatrical ways.

At many large corporate and special events, chocolate is starting to break away from the dessert menu. Increasingly, things such as chocolate fountains and flamboyant chocolate sculptures are being used as centrepieces in an attempt to “wow” guests and make the brand stand out from the crowd.

“We use chocolate sculptures at important times of the year like Valentine’s Day, Easter and Christmas,” says Madinat Jumeirah executive pastry chef, Tony Hoyle, “but they are also an impressive thing to present at large events like Hotelympia.”

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Exposing the theatre of chocolate is the ethos behind InterContinental Doha The City’s new outlet, Criollo.

“At Criollo you are given the unique opportunity to see the chocolatier at work,” explains director of F&B and kitchen operations, Nick Flynn. “Customers are able to discuss preferences with him and can work with the team to create their own perfect blend of chocolate treats.

The whole experience is a lot more personal and gives each customer a greater understanding of how the final product has been made.”

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