Author: Suzie A

Fogo Gaucho is Nairobi's meat lovers paradise serving 17 different cuts of meat and over 20 different salads, sides and desserts for all you can eat spread at Kes 2800 per person. I loved trying new meat cuts like crocodile and ostrich meat. The meat was succulent, hot and juicy , portions were quite generous, service is prompt and the restaurant was buzzing with customers catching up with their loved ones. I especially loved the grilled pineapple with cinnamon dessert , will definitely go back there to have this dessert again.

I've been to CJ's thrice and the one factor that keeps me going back is the freshness of every food I've had the pleasure to devour at CJ's. From the food , to the decor , to the feel of the space, everything feels so warm , clean and fresh . On these three occasions , I've had breakfast , lunch and dinner . For breakfast I had the omelette combo (Kshs. 890/=) which is chicken fajita omelette with home-fries and a cup of milk tea. For lunch I had mushroom soup (Kshs. 390 ) which was filling and for dinner Chicken Hawaii pizza ( Kshs.1050) which was an amazing combo of mozzarella cheese, BBQ sauce, pineapples and chicken. Highly recommend CJ's for family hangouts and any kind of date.

A WSTRN concert ?? Find me front row standing, screaming my lungs out , crying , choking , ugly crying and full of glee. My friends and I arrived at The Waterfront Mall grounds (an amazing venue choice for a concert) at 9pm thereabout , which is a good time to get in a Kenyan concert .We made way to secure a front row spot for the night’s enjoyment that awaited us . I loved the Summer Vybz’s lineup as it was full of talented youngins. We got there in time to bask in the magnificence of Karun , the amazing voice of Bey T and her dancers , a famous dancing trio from tiktok who clearly had so much fun onstage. The performance by Burukyln Boyz whose hit song ‘Nairobi’ has the youth by their neck had the crowd going wild . Lil Maina blessed us with his kishash kwa bash’ performance and he’s so cool , what ? The baddest DJ, DJ Kaneda had a straight fire set. She literally played banger after banger, literally couldn’t let us breathe , let alone catch a break and I absolutely loved her set. She set the right tempo for WSTRN and she did it real good. WSTRN are an incredibly talented and humble British Afroswing group with a unique sound that they create and produce themselves. They are well-endowed with the hype, captivating lyrics and beautiful beautiful artistry that shows in their music. WSTRN gave us quite a show. They entirely owned the stage , played all their hit songs that the crowd sang word for word . You could tell they were deeply moved and overwhelmed by the love . I mean, have you watched their latest reel ?? This concert was worth it , slept a happy soul for sure .

When the lineup is so good, you have no excuse to show up and show out . FOMO Events delivered quite an impressive concert , a concert that all I had to do was worry about having a good time because this concert was well organized, coordinated and everything was top tier. I highly commend them for the tight security they offered us through Third Eye Solutions security team. The team ensured the very best security and got us covered on all fronts. The entrance had three check points and we had to show our valid tickets and identification cards which really helped to keep off muggers who always scout the event grounds to take advantage of concert goers. The security were busy at work throughout the whole concert too, their presence was felt and I honestly haven't felt as safe in a concert as I felt in this one and I'm grateful for that. The DJ lineup was pretty awesome and the Djs really brought out the heat. I mean , Dj Graunchi, K the Dj, Dj Shinski , Kym Nickdee in one night ?? That's an insane amount of dancing and joy. The hype session by the event MC's , Guddah and Chiki was lit. They really do know the hype and how to bring it on and mobilize the crowd. A great choice right there , they kept us busy with mad dance routines, and a live dance by Black Warriors dancers who are madly talented. The artists were in their A game too. I love Nviiri and his set was everything and ofcourse Fireboy the man of the show. His entrance was dramatic and I was confused for a minute before it dawned on me , the extraness was a plus for sure . I love Fireboy , his personality , his art , and the vibes he radiates. I loved that he performed all my favourite songs of his as I sang , albeit with my non-singing voice, overly and deeply in my feelings . The cleanliness of the event was top tier too. The washrooms were kept as clean as possible throughout the night and any liter was picked as soon it landed on the ground. The sponsors and vendor stands didn't disappoint either , centrally located for easy access and there was not much of hustle purchasing from the vendors. FOMO Events really brought out immaculate vibes , can't wait for their next event.

Indulge in a Latin Italian fusion cuisine at Nairobi's newest , hottest and latest restaurant Bambino . She is classy , elegant, luxurious , lavishly decorated with quite a tasteful artwork. Bambino is a new sister restaurant to Inti Nikkei and Honey & Dough, so you better believe the space is spectacular and the ambience is splendid . We visited Bambino for dinner and I throughly enjoyed the meals, my company and the vibess. My drink for the night was Rosemary Smoked Negroni (Kshs. 950) , it's a mixture of Tanqueray No. Ten, Campari and clove-infused vermouth Rosso. It was strong and citrusy with a prefect undertone of foresty smoked herbs. This was a sure hit! For starters we had :- 1.) Poached prawns burrata - (Kshs.2000) , one of a kind dish that was quite new to me but unfortunately didn't enjoy  as it was so bland 2.) Charcoal Grilled Octopus (Kshs.1900), the most tender and well seasoned octopus that I have ever had , and topping that with hot sauce, yummm, I haven't stopped daydreaming of this dish . 3.)Beef Striploin Carpaccio (Kshs.1500), the beef was cured & smoked, mixed with grilled corn , corn panna catta, lime , grana padano , and aji amarillo dressing . The texture of the combo was soo good . 4.)Beetroot Carpaccio (Kshs.1200) , absolutely delectable. Such a minimal effort dish but the flavour was mindblowing , this was BEST starter and I can't wait to eat it again . 5.)Eggplant ceviche (Kshs.1050)- the creaminess of this dish , combined with the rich avocado toppings was perfecttt. This was so deliciouss! For mains we went for pizza :- 1.)Lomo Saltado (Kshs.1350). The beef tenderloin on the pizza was well marinated , seasoned to magnificence and a perfect topping to elevate the flavours of this pizza. 2.)Diavola (Kshs. 1350), this pizza made of spicy salami, mozzarella and basil was just as good 3.)Portofino (Kshs.1350), the overload of cheese made my little cheese heart dance , brilliantly cooked and a pleasure to eat ! For sides :- 1.)Cuban Rice (Kshs.650)- the rice was loaded with black beans, pork bacon, plantain , onions and peppers. Such a big, bold , balanced and rich in flavour dish. 2.)Triple cooked fries (Kshs.500), the fries didn't crisp up well but were okay and really delicious with the gravy . For dessert :- 1.)Hibiscus and strawberry (Kshs.1100) - this was deliciousss. 2.)Baked Cheescake (Kshs.1100)-the berries compote on the cheesecake was the star of the dish , a textured fruit sauce that complimented the cheescake so well . 3.)Pineapple Carpaccio (Kshs.950)- the fusion of ginger, mint and pineapples was a love dance in my mouth , absolutely delicious. Bambino is prefect for date nights , friends meetup , business lunch/dinner and has the perfect vibes to keep you yearning for more . I can't wait to go back and try out their other dishes .

A hero comic book inspired and themed restaurant housed at the 9th floor ( rooftop) of Trademark Hotel in Village Market with the best Nairobi skyline views , unique flavor combinations, creative take on food and drinks and alluring decor features. They describe themselves as an ‘eatery at the intersection of design, fantasy, indulgence and individuality’, and true to that the comic theme is seamlessly translated into the menu, the food, the drinks and the vibes they emanate. FOOD;- (Price range Kshs.700 – Kshs.2400) Their comic book menu is such an exciting and awesome touch, with an interesting mix of modern Asian fusion foods all ranging from small plates to charcoal grill plates all artistically plated . For starters we had 1) White miso soup (Kshs. 900):- soy braised pork belly, sweet red chili, root vegetables and daikon. This was hot, spicy and the perfect soup to kick off a fine dining experience. 2) Crab and Lobster Maki(Kshs.1100), :- fresh crab, avocado, glazed lobster tempura, mango gel, passion fruit and soy glaze, so fresh and a creative combination of flavors that went so well with each other . 3) Breaded Calamari (Kshs. 900):- , Szechuan pepper, spicy dashi ponzu. Tender on the inside, crispy on the outside and a dip into the spicy dashi ponzu elevated the flavor. Mains:- 1) Red Miso Lamb chops served with spinach tempura, dashi-miso lamb jus (Kshs.1700) 2) Chicken Teriyaki Skewers served with sugar snap salad and peanut sauce (Kshs.1550) 3) Aged Pork Neck Steak(Kshs. 1550) swerved with spicy miso sauce, raw vegetable salad 4) Tugulu Sushi Rolls (Kshs.1700), tempura prawn, fresh crab, spring onion, sugar snaps, mango , soy glaze , avocado All these were good but were lacking a little bit on the flavors, could have been better. DRINKS: - (Price Range Kshs.750- Kshs. 900) Creative, strong and seriously impressive drinks. I highly highly recommend trying out every cocktail on their menu as they are pretty much the it!!! We had 1) Mask of Sorrow (Kshs.750) Jose Cuervo, mango, white wine, basil syrup. 2) Boy Scout Ol Fashion (Kshs. 850), the sequel to the original ‘Old Fashioned’ with Bullet Bourbon 3) Loki’s Cup (Kshs.900) , Tanqueray Gin, bourbon, Martini Rosso, homemade orange bitters 4) Halo Mocktail (Kshs.550), guava, pink blossom iced tea, lime juice, simple syrup, baobab powder. DESSERT: - The desserts were my highlight, unique Kenyan classic ice cream and sorbet flavors all which have a childhood story attached to their creation. 1) Uncle Obama (Kshs.700), banana ice-cream, dried banana, exotic caramel, banana bread, namalaka cream, sourdough chip. 2) Flash Fire (Kshs.550), mango sorbet, chili granita 3) Charlie Brown (Kshs.700) peanut butter ice cream, peanut sponge, raspberry jam, crushed peanuts. The desserts are so delicious, definitely not to be missed on. SERVICE: - Hospitable stuff and attentive to your needs, shout out to Eric for the personal and quick service. Hero is a great spot to unwind with friends as you enjoy the Nairobi views and share different bites of what’s on the menu. Highly recommend booking beforehand and visiting during the weekends as there is a resident DJ, whose mixes are so fire you dance as you chow down and enjoy yourself.

Zucchini Ltd is the epitome of garden fresh, freshest of ingredients, ripest of fruits, succulent and healthy veggies, warm and fresh baked goodies, freshly squeezed juice bar and a well-stocked salad bar. It’s a health food store that you can grocery shop all your essential fresh produce, grab a quick bite from the hot food station, sip on some tasty and healthy fruit and veggie drinks, watch and drool at the live bakery or find fascinating snacks to try out as they are always solid with new and quite exciting snacks and biting. Their broad partnerships with local brands has them equipped with variety of products which means they literally have something for everyone and also fully fitted out to cater for your different needs. Zucchini’s hot food station is my favorite stop over when I need a little pick me up. I adore their classic falafel in pita bread so much. The pita bread is loaded with hummus, baba ganoush, falafel balls, red cabbage and is served with a side of yummy dips. I HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND trying this out, a banger for sure and no disappointments whatsoever. The reasonable prices, ample sitting area, quick and efficient service, and delivery services keep them on top of their game. They have variety of offers available in-store and online all through the year and all day every day to cater for customers all through. They have bread offers ; i. Monday: BOGOF on white or brown bread ii. Tuesday: BOGOF on white or brown baguette iii. Wednesday: Buy one get one half price on multigrain dark bread iv. Thursday: BOGOF on white or brown golden loafs Pizza Offers ; i. Buy 2 large pizzas for KES 1,000 everyday! Coffee Offer; i. 99/- single coffee offer for the whole year in 2021 To add on they do have an online website where you can order from the comfort of your home and get your doorstep deliveries across town .

BARKA RESTAUARANT. Straight up the best chicken biryani and chicken tikka I’ve ever had. Their pocket friendly, simple yet so tasty Swahili Dishes puts them on top of the list of places one ought to visit while in Mombasa. They open from 6am till late, so there’s enough time to sit and try out as many food items as you would like as their affordability allows it. Barka Restaurant, a popular food stop in Mombasa that is accessibly located to cater for your Swahili food cravings, hot and fresh breakfast and a quick filling lunch. They offer a vast buffet style Swahili breakfast and variety of tasty Swahili dishes that leave you oh-so satisfied and yearning to be back whenever hunger strikes. LOCATION: - Barka Restaurant is located in Old Town Mombasa at the CBD, just behind Posta near the Central Police Station. It’s easy to locate and easy to get drawn inside as they have an outside shawarma setup with the most tantalizing looking and gratifying shawarmas, freshly prepared on order. DÉCOR: - Barka has a simple interior, a mixture of casual Swahili African and Middle Eastern interior that’s so modest. FOOD: - Their food items range from as little as (Kshs.50 to Kshs. 550). Barka have one of the very few affordable menus with an extensive list of homemade dishes. Breakfast: - I got to visit Barka and experience their buffet style breakfast and lunch. For breakfast I had their beef samosa (Kshs. 80), beef kebab (Kshs.80), mitais (Kshs. 10 per piece), viazi rojo (Kshs.80), katless (Kshs. 80 per piece), and mofa (Kshs.30) and milk tea (Kshs.50). The mitais and the mofa did stand out for me, the mitais are mandazis coated with powdered sugar mixed with coconut shavings and whew these were so delicious, I’ve never stopped thinking about them. Mofa is a scone like tea item that’s made from uji (porridge) flour so I had quite a time trying to register the taste as I’m more accustomed to uji. For lunch: - We had the chicken biryani (Kshs. 550) and beef pilau (Kshs.550) and tikka chicken (Kshs.350). All simple, scrumptious and let me tell you about those portions, such great value for your money and of course stomach. DRINKS :- (Kshs.155 each) we had freshly blended fruit juice as we sat there with our itis dragging us into that food coma sleep. The mango and passion juice were perfectly made, plain fruity vibes with no added sugar or syrup . Barka is an unavoidable stop , and quite irresistible due to the palatable meals and reasonable pricing they pride themselves in.

Elbbin and Nibble are pocket sized healthy snacks that are the newest craze in town .They are baked potato and multigrain snacks that are locally sourced , made and produced, how cool is that ? They stock up three types of snacks, the multigrain wavy chips, the potato sticks and multigrain snacks. I got to sample all their current flavors at once and I’m not ashamed to say I devoured them in one sitting, so soo delectable that a nibble is truly never enough. You just be biting and getting elevated by how flavorsome they are you don’t even realize that you are seven packs down in the first 15 minutes of binging a 7 season series. The great gospel is that you can munch and enjoy as many as you’d love guilt free and worry free. There’s no doubt that they taste healthy too. PACKS:- Elbbin and Nibble have 7 snack packs; 1.) Salt and vinegar chipsticks, baked in sea salt and vinegar, these chipsticks really do stand tall, graceful and proudly at it. I’m not a big fan of salt and vinegar coz somehow the vinegar jumps into the wrestling ring with my tongue and Ion like that ,, but since sharing is caring and I’m big on sharing (lol) this was the only flavor I was willing to share  . 2.) Smooth Nacho Cheese, the cheesy and creamy texture as you chew on that chew is too die for, trust me. It’s so smooth in winning your stomach and taste buds for reals. This are my second fave. 3.) Rich Milk Chocolate, these are crunchy little square shells filled with a rich satin and smooth milk chocolate center. This is my NUMBER ONE favorite flavor. Little squares of ultimate joy is what I’d love to describe them, crunchy till the middle part where the milk chocolate gracefully melts in your mouth and melts your heart, SO SOOO GOOD!!!! 4.) Flame Grilled Cheese Burger, I had a different expectation of how this would taste, I imagined a grilled meat patty taste but it was a bit different but delicious nonetheless. 5.) Tomato Ketchup pack, the sticks were crisp (but airy) with a sweet and tangy flavor .They are such a treat for ketchup lovers. 6.) Fiery Chili and Zesty Lemon multigrain, with the right amount of heat and citrus taste, this was an enjoyable pack. 7.) Smoky barbeque sauce multigrain wavy chips, this pack is full of natural yumminess grain chips that are seasoned with smoky bbq sauce goodness. The flavor is intensely delicious and you can taste how much effort and love was put in making this. Elbbin went all in with the packaging, flamboyant, stylish and high quality. I had to fight off the urge to fold the packaging (s) and keep them just coz I could  I thoroughly enjoyed snacking on these packs, especially the Milk Chocolate multigrain snack, highly recommend it. Elbbin and Nibble is accurately the crunchiest, tastiest and freaking delightful snacks yet, get on the wave.

Mama Rocks is not your stereotypical restaurant, it’s designed in a way that focuses on putting them on a higher plane, a higher vibration if I may. Mama rocks is different , they’ve created a lively street food scene that is groovy , hip, hype , with the right amount of color playfulness, bubbly personnel and intoxicatingly delicious food. FOOD :- (Price range from Kshs.130 to Kshs. 1100) Mama Rocks serve handcrafted African Gourmet burgers , wings, fries , milkshakes and sweet treats that are unique creations made with utmost love. Samantha and Natalie (the sisters behind Mama Rocks) have an incredible twist to African inspired food and inimitable flavors that you can only experience in their hands ,only. The Mango Masai mama burger (Kshs.950/=) is hands down my favorite burger. A prime cut grilled beef patty topped with a healthy kick of chili mango mayonnaise, orange cheddar cheese, mixed salad, homemade gherkins and a slice of sweet roasted red bell pepper served with standard potato fries , a sauce of your choice and of course a whole lot of love . I had my burger with the Only the Brave Hot Sauce (Kshs.50) which is a hot yet gratifying pepper sauce that took the flavors over the moon. SERVICE: - Everyone at Mama Rocks is jolly, happy and the general feel of the place is just right and very calming. Fast and personal service, with attentive team that ensure you’re enjoying every bit of being in their hype space. Eating from Mama Rocks means you’ll never have to settle for any other burger. I HIGHLY recommend them, in a heartbeat.

Modern café with a chic décor, a touch of home interior with healthy indoor plants and motivational quotes and artistic encouraging wordings on the walls. It’s stunningly decorated, spacious and the different dining sections are all uniquely curated which makes the whole place warm to chill at. FOOD: - ( Food items range from Kshs.300 – Kshs.1500 ) They have an extensive menu, with so many options to choose from which makes it somewhat hard to settle on what to have as every food item description is captivating . I visited Coffee Casa on a Friday, where they have a BOGOF for their burgers, so I settled on trying out their burger. The burgers range from (Kshs. 700 – Kshs.1500) I ordered the crunchy chicken burger which is 950 and it came with the prime beef burger .The chicken burger description on the menu was crunchy and succulent chicken breast with sweet slaw , casa sauce served with fries and salad and man was I so so disappointed. The chicken was overcooked, far from being succulent and the spice rub on top was burnt. The burger buns were old and dry. There was something off about the fries too .The only fresh items on my plate were the salad, the veggies in the burger and the sauce. Requested the waiter to have our meals done again and he came back having microwaved the food which made it drier than before and then he disappeared. We kept reaching out to the other staff but no one was willing to give us a listening ear. So we sulked and ate what we could.

Chez Sonia located in the lush, fresh-aired and tranquil Peponi Road is an interestingly furnished and cute spot that was converted from a private home into a lovely wine bar . It’s a charming, tranquil and cozy spot to sit, relax, fine dine and sip on some of the best delicious wines that only Chez Sonia prides themselves in. The space is a combination of indoor seating and outdoor garden sitting. The inside seating is made up of open space and private rooms. Each room is uniquely named and uniquely furnished, I however didn’t get the chance to get inside so I’ll shade light on the outdoor seating. The garden seating area has cute furniture, on the tables are fresh flowers, artsy coasters and miniature table dolls, appealing 2.endo ‘aura of the self ‘pillow on the seats and impeccable art work hanging on the green, leafy trees. The tables are nicely spaced out which allows for intimate privacy .I loved being hit by the sun, listening to the birds chirp as I sipped slowly at my cold glass of Pinot. FOOD: - (The Food Menu ranges from Kshs.500 – Kshs. 3500) I had the; 1. Parrot Fish Meuniere (lemon &butter sauce served with potatoes wedges.) (Kshs. 1500/=), the parrot fish is a unique flavor, similar to the other fish but a little bit more meaty. The marinade and butter sauce sip through easily to enhance the flavor. The wedges were thick, crispy on the outside and warm and soft in the inside. 2. Artisanal Dumplings in Lamb and Bok choi (5 pieces) (Kshs.750/=), the lamb filing was rich and juicy and that dip in soy sauce stole the show. These dumplings were too delicious but felt so tiny. WINE: - (The wine selection per glass ranges from Kshs.500- Kshs. 1800) 1. Cave de Tain – Premieres Notes Syrah –AOC (Kshs.600 per glass). Freshness in a glass, this dry wine is delicious with berry fruity undertones. It paired perfectly with the baked fresh parrotfish. 2. Inycon-Pinot Grigio (Kshs. 600 per glass). This is a Southern Italy White Dry wine that has citrus notes, it went so well with the dumplings. Chez Sonia is a great spot to unwind after work or a cozy hangout with your loved ones over wine.

I bet most if not all food lovers and spicy food lovers have West African Cuisine on their cultural cuisine exploration list. Personally, I would love to visit Ghana, watch them prepare their meals from scratch and eat everything I can possibly get my hands on. For now, the nearest I can get to West African food is Mama Ashanti. Mama Ashanti is located at Lavington Nairobi, nestled in a large pleasant garden setting, engulfed wholly in chilled family and corporate meeting vibes. They have a wide range of starters, soups and grills all which are prepared using imported West African ingredients and spices, so each meal is cooked to order and freshly prepared. Mama Ashanti prepare Nigerian and Ghanaian home cooked meals with a modern twist at an affordable and reasonable price. FOOD: - (Price range from Kshs. 250 – Kshs.2000) 1. Whole Grilled Fish boneless (Kshs.1750) Fresh boneless tilapia fish marinated in Ashanti Sauce, charcoal grilled and served with fresh kachumbari. This was well cooked, juicy and perfectly marinated. 2. Quarter grilled chicken (Kshs. 800) marinated in Ashanti sauce then charcoal grilled served with kachumbari. 3. Fried plantain (Kshs.650), diced and deep fried plain plantain. Mama Ashanti serve up the best plantain I’ve ever tasted.

Baobox’s concept of the novelty of playing games and creating a space where people hangout , fine dine and rediscover fun outside technology sets Baobox apart from other eateries in a very unique and profound way. Baobox is a rooftop restaurant with hip and cozy atmosphere that drives you into comfort once you step inside, an embodiment of stylish , colorful and chic interior décor , wide-ranging food items and of course a decent selection of board games to double the fun. BOARDGAMES :- The board games range from old classics to new card games .They are categorized according to age groups and according to the difficulty level of playing . Each game costs Kshs. 1000 for the whole table for as long as you are there or until claims time. The caveat is that only one game is allowed per table to avoid hogging of games. I got to play 50-50 Kenyan Board Game, it’s an exciting , entertaining , fast-paced, word guessing game that celebrates over 50 years of Kenya’s culture .It focuses on our beautiful country, historical figures our people, interesting places, Kenyan events etc. It’s a fun way to relive memories of our country and remind us of people who have made impact to Kenya. FOOD: - Baobox offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and bitings. (Ranging from Kshs.200 – Kshs.2500). I got myself the All-American breakfast which consists of two eggs made to your preference, beef bacon, beef sausages, baked beans, grilled tomato, salted fries, sautéed mushrooms and buttered toast and hot chocolate. The space and seating arrangement is made in a way to accommodate all kinds of groups from two people to large group seating. There are couches and tables fit for large groups and spacious room to walk around. The service is fast and efficient and at least you can be patient waiting for your food as you engage in playing games and socializing with your people. It’s the sitting at the rooftop, being overly competitive and basking in the morning sun as I treat myself to a rich filling breakfast for me.

The Wineshop is a hidden wine bar and café located in the heart of Loresho. The wine bar is set up in an old Tudor Style home that is nothing short of relaxing ambience, quick and attentive service, tasty biting, freshly prepared food and affordable bottles of wine for every occasion, every food pairing and any wine lover out here. The café main décor is old and refurbished bottles of wine, grape vines artwork and a collection of wine corks, truly a wine shop. FOOD: - Their food menu is extensive, from cold cuts and cheese platters, dip and mezze plates, wine bites, to-share bites, pizza, pasta, burgers, soup and salads and sweet dessert items. All which range from (Kshs.150 - Kshs.6500). Fire Grill Aubergine Dip (Kshs.450) Flame roasted aubergine and garlic served with a local Kenyan Natural Yoghurt. Topped with roasted cumin seeds and mint. The dip is a smooth, creamy and smoky flavored deliciousness that was complimented with the roasted sesame and cumin seeds. Hot Spinach Dip (Kshs.450) A blend of local Grown Kenyan Spinach with 3 types of cheese (parmesan, mozzarella and cream cheese) and white wine. This was a full fat cheesy goodness that I’ll forever have when I go to The Wineshop. WINE: - Their wines range from (Kshs. 710- Kshs.9500) We had a well-chilled Perdeberg Soft Rose (Kshs. 1395/=), which our waiter recommended as a perfect pairing for our appetizers. It’s a bright pink colored drink with hints of fresh berries, cherries and is sweet with a smooth finish. The staff are keen to serve you and very knowledgeable in their wide wine selection and will walk you through the experience of the origin of the wine and help in choosing wines perfect for the occasion. Loved it here.

Urban Gourmet’s Crazy Monday’s 2 burgers for Kshs.990 is such a steal of a deal. The offer is a sit in only offer for two burgers for the price of one .They have a three category burger list to choose from. 1. Beef burgers (7 flavors ) 2. Chicken burgers (3 flavors) , 3. Veggie burgers (2 flavors), all which are served with chips or onion rings and a fresh salad. I have tried out all Urban Gourmet’s burger flavors and three of the 12 burger flavors are my absolute fave. 1) Chili Beef burger which is made up of Prime beef patty with garlic mayo, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickle and homemade chili sauce 2) Santa Fe Beef burger made of prime beef patty with guacamole, jalapeno peppers and tomatoes 3) Grilled chicken served with fresh lettuce, tomato, onions and pickles. These burgers are thick, juicy, and all the ingredients come together pleasantly to bring forth big, sloppy, juicy and particularly satisfying burgers.

I don't know about you but I love my cocktails strong and Havana’s cocktails are just that. They serve some strong, exotic, and pocket-friendly cocktails. The kind of cocktails that comes to mind when you've had a long day and would love to be knocked off to sleep in a sweet but solid way, the kind that you sip as you catch up with your people, polite drinking that ends up with a few falls, a laughing fit, and memories too dear. COCKTAILS: Havana has a short and manageable cocktail menu. All of which range from Kshs. 400 - Kshs. 700 1.) Long Island (Kshs.650) made of iced tea, tequila, rum, gin, and vodka all carefully balanced to birth this badass cocktail. Long Island is FUN in a long glass, it goes down so well and the first sip sends you straight to the zone. I love to describe it as a ‘cant-walk-straight’ drink. 2.) Pina Colada (Kshs.450) one word for this drink, YUM! It has pineapple juice, rum, and coconut crème all perfectly mixed, it’s so damn good. 3.) Lime Margarita (Kshs.440) margarita, tequila, and lime. Margaritas made with fresh-squeezed lime with all the citrusy aromas and the peppered salt on the rim are just a hit. Highly recommend this drink. Truly and hands down the best cocktails in town.

I visited Mercado Mexican Kitchen and Bar during Nairobi Restaurant Week 2018 edition. Nairobi Restaurant Week is a culinary event that is set in Nairobi with diverse and a number of Nairobi restaurants participating by showcasing the vibrancy of their food and restaurants. All through the week, food lovers are given a chance to enjoy fine dining through customized menus and at affordable prices which is usually at a highly discounted price from the normal prices. So when I found out that Mercado had an NRW lunch menu that was Kshs.1000, the budget student in me had to make my way to Mercado. At the time Mercado was new and was making its way into people’s hearts and well, stomachs ;). Every foodie in my circle of friends and foodies I follow on Instagram had a lot to say about Mercado and I had it on my to-go list, so this was the most perfect time to try out Mercado. DÉCOR: Mercado has a warm and inviting décor, slightly rustic with warm lighting, a modern twist of interior design with a nice kick of vibrant, colorful, and playful Mexican culture. It’s a space curated in a way that you can comfortably hang out the whole day just sipping on wine or their special margaritas as you enjoy the scenic view of the busy Westlands. FOOD: - The mains, Chicken Enchiladas served with chipotle sauce and gratin with cheddar cheese and sour cream. The corn tortilla was crunchy and tasty, the chicken was buttery and juicy and to top it off the chef went hard on the cheddar cheese (the cheese pull was amazing), the filling was so rich and delightfully delicious. I had the salmon especial which was salmon with lentils stew cooked with smoked bacon, tomatoes, and roasted artichokes. This was a well-put meal, carefully executed and beautifully flavored. All the flavors from these ingredients merged so perfectly. However, the portion was too little for this girl with a big stomach, so the party was, you know, short-lived :( . The dessert really showed up though! DESSERT: Aspic de Frutos Rojos, this is gelatin candy made with sweet white wine, red fruits, and mint, served with home-made basil ice-cream. This is an interesting combination and an ice-cream flavor that I never thought existed, it was a creamy, delicate, and completely delicious . It was so damn good. We then ordered house wine to sip as we watched the sunset. Truly a great experience. It’s worth noting that it’s a incredible space for romantic dates as well as for large groups and families with little kids. They have a private dining room for private occasions too. They have a reservation feature which I highly suggest you use as the restaurant gets full quickly. Check them out for a happy hour and taco offers too. PRICE RANGE Food, cake & drink items range from Kshs. 550- Kshs. 3000

Local Grill is undeniably the best steak house I’ve ever been to. All they about and all they offer is absolutely immaculate *Chef’s Kiss*. The ambience, the personnel, the food quality, the cleanliness, the furnishings, the lightning are all laid back and consequently sophisticated. It’s hard not to fall in love with a space equipped with hardwood, black coated industrial metal finishing and healthy potted plants. Local Grill is honorably and truly straight up vibes. The restaurant has three seating areas, an intimate seating, larger group seating, bar seating and a private & closed seating area. So all groups of people with their needs are catered for. FOOD: - Price range (Kshs.300 - Kshs. 5400). I find the pricing great for the food quality, the fast service and the extent into which they give you a complete personal experience. They dwell on customer satisfaction, so their A Game is remarkable to say the least. Their menu caters for variety of meals & extensive food choices. Their wine list is impressive and wide-ranging too. So what I ate;- Starter; - Cubed bread served with olive oil and balsamic vinegar bread dip. The bread was warm, soft and fluffy. Mains; - T-bone Dry Aged (Grain-fed Beef), 500g (Kshs. 3200), and added bone marrow ( Kshs. 300). This steak was medium well, well-seasoned, tender, juicy and grilled to the point of mouthwatering magnificence. It was served with an equally well seasoned bone marrow (YUMMMMMM!!!!), accompanied with a Sweet Potato Mash (Kshs. 350), so creamy, sweet and the texture was just right. (2.) Pork Ribs basted with BBQ Sauce (Kshs. 1500), was prepared to a sheer perfection, served alongside hand-cut crunchy on the outside and soft in the inside Local fries .The ribs were fall of the bone and marinated to the bone. This was so soooo delicious! Local Salad; - local green salad with cheese shavings. Drinks;- The Elephant in the room which is the Elephant Gin with Fitch and Leedes Pink Indian Tonic and berries was sweet and fruity while the Elephant Gin with Fitch and Leedes Indian Tonic with rosemary, lemon and grapefruit was herby and citrusy. SERVICE; - Excellent, quick and personal. Staff are friendly, courteous and very effective. Local Grill is a spot that I highly highly recommend. The ambience is fit for families, business meetings and most importantly romantic interludes. Personally I find it a perfect spot for a date night especially those first dates where you’d love to surprise and leave an impression. Local Grill are keen to give A+ service and A+ quality food which sets them apart from other establishments and this is the reason why I fell deeply in love with them. If you want your taste buds to be in for a treat, then head on to Local Grill. :)

If you’re looking for a restaurant with variety then Urban Eatery is your number one to go to. It’s a well-organized, spotless, and stylish space with energized atmosphere. Urban Eatery is situated in a great location, with elegant décor and open space which allows for proper ventilation and natural lighting to grace the space seamlessly, not forgetting that salivating and enticing whiff of food being prepared from their kitchen which tempts you to order everything off their menu ;-) . They pride themselves in global cuisines by providing a new experience to the food and hospitality field in Nairobi. Trust me when I say you will be spoilt for choice, trust me. They are equipped with 4 different kitchens and a signature bar all with a wide range selection of food and drink items. 1) Chop Nairobi (Grills) is a modern kitchen that serves freestyle comfort food. From breakfast to light bitings and to char-grilled feasts. 2) Chiso (Pan Asian) with the tastes of East Asia 3) The Kitchen (continental & Indian) 4) Barista Co, specialty coffee roasters, and Their newly opened Circles Cocktail Bar which is ready for the Happiest Hours (6 pm-8 pm) with enjoyable cocktails. Food; Price range (Kshs.550 - Kshs. 3000) a) Slow cooked mushroom and beef vegetable stroganoff with basmati pilaf, pickles and sour cream (Kshs.1250) b) Chicken Schnitzel served with apple coleslaw (Kshs.990) The portions might seem small on the plate but they are actually very very filling and tasty. Drinks; Strawberry State of mind Banana Nutella Smoothie. These are hands down the most delectable smoothies and slushies in town. Fresh, filling, and balanced. Service; - Their service is excellent. Right from the reception, you feel very welcomed, the staff are hospitable and up to speed with the menu items. If you are an adventurous eater then Urban Eatery is for you.