Gnostic – A delicious, Mediterranean inspired 6 Course tasting menu, was just the ticket to banish the winter blues and transport us to sunnier climes.
A delicious, Mediterranean inspired 6 Course tasting menu, was just the ticket to banish the winter blues and transport us to sunnier climes. A feast of Greek inspired dishes accompanied by perfectly paired wines, all served up in Gnostic’s gorgeous cosy upstairs dining room, this was a relaxed yet sophisticated celebration of great food and drink.
We started with a couple of excellent cocktails – the Gnostic Negroni has to be one of the best in Belfast, and we’ve had quite a few! Our first course whisked us straight to the Aegean, and immediately set the mood for the culinary journey ahead; Crispy Whitebait with Pitta and a piquant Taramasalata.
This was followed by a dish of golden Tomato Fritters with Olives, Feta & Rocket, and then an absolute classic, Dolmades with sour cream: stuffed vine leaves which were bursting with fresh herbs.
Although every course was faultless, our favourite was the crispy skinned Mackerel with Red Onion on a creamy bed of Orzo-totally stunning! We then had the veggie alternative to the lamb dish; a saucy, Roasted Tomato & Aubergine Kleftiko, which was satisfying and flavourful.
Luckily, we had just enough room for dessert; Bougatsa- a filo pastry delight stuffed with set vanilla custard and sprinkled with boozy raisins.
Gnostic website HERE
New menu – coming from 16th February
Watch out for the next Thursday Night Taster theme – “Gnostalgia”.
From Fondue to Fish Fingers, and Spaghetti on Toast to Angel Delight, this incredible menu reimagines our fond childhood foodie memories. And check out our socials for the chance to win a table for two to enjoy this culinary “blast from the past” for yourself.
