First expereince and I loved it
It is often said that one of the best ways to learn about cultural history is through food (its origin). If you’re looking for a unique dining experience, while sitting in a restaurant furnished with comfortable elegance with touches of Japanese culture and decor, INTI is the restaurant for you. INTI is located at the One Africa Place building on the corner of Waiyaki way and Rhapta road. Curiosity killed the cat, they say! but if you’re like me who likes to know more about everywhere I go be it hotels, restaurants, or countries. you will not leave anywhere without knowing the history. I found out that Nikkei is used to refer to a Japanese emigrant who is not a citizen of Japan. The word is commonly used in Japan to refer to people of Japanese ancestry that are living abroad as citizens of other countries. Those who love sushi and spice will find that it is not hard to fall in love with Nikkei. While Japanese cuisine is often described as light and pure, the Peruvian influence adds intensity and flavor in Nikkei dishes. It hits the right spot for any food lover. We were here for lunch and everything about this restaurant speaks about class. INTI totally blew my mind. This is the kind of place to create lasting impressions and great memories against the backdrop of the glorious sunset in the evening through the huge curved glass windows offering a scenic view of the city of Nairobi, as you enjoy your lunch/ dinner. We started with the Peruvian Ceviche (KSh. 1,200) which is a refreshing appetizer and an absolute delight if your palate adores raw fish. Your tongue will delight in the blending of the citrus and chili ingredients in the dish. The Ceviche Nikkei (KSh. 1,250) on the other hand is a meld of flavors that come from the tuna, onion, cashew nuts, white and yellow corn, and mixed greens in chive & tiger milk dressing. For our second round of dishes, we had the Acevichada Maki Roll (KSh. 1,250) which is a tangy combination of fish, shrimp and onions, the A lo Pobre Roll (KSh. 1,200) which is a comfortable option for those who prefer red meat, paired with avocado and plantain and the Philadelphia Roll (KSh. 1,350) which a healthy serving of shrimp paired with cream cheese and chimichurri sauce. The vegetarian option, the Truffle Roll (KSh. 1,250), is a colorful beet red delight paired with a tangy teriyaki sauce. If you try nothing else on the dessert menu, I urge you to try the Inka Gold which comes with a 24 Karat gold chocolate ball and a spot of Pisco ice cream. INTI’s menu asks you to be brave and bold with your palate and rewards you for it by finding an exquisite balance between tangy, sour, and flavourful, spicy dishes.