Inspired by the Arabian folklore of "One Thousand and One Nights", Mamounia Restaurant & Lounge along Ann Siang Road is a new restaurant concept created by local celebrity chef and Culinary Director of the Coriander Leaf Group Samia Ahad. Decked in opulent gold panelling, mosaic tiles and velvet cushioning, the menu introduces diners to the gastronomic fare spanning Western Asia, Eastern Mediterranean and Morocco.

For light nibbles, Mamounia offers sampler platters showcasing regional treats, such as the Flavours of The Levant, which includes hummus, lentil tabouleh and the traditional dolmah (vine leaves stuffed with rice and tomato), as well as the Maghreb platter filled with chicken bastille, a soft tender chicken wrapped in phyllo pastry and almonds. Those preferring a more refreshing spread should try the Fertile Crescent Sampler, which features fattoush (bread salad), spinach triangles and labne (yogurt cheese dip with za'atar, a popular Middle Eastern herb and spice mixture).

Fans of mutton will love the trio of lamb tagine, lamb merguez and lamb kefta. Slow roasted with apricots and prunes until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender, the lamb tagine is an indulgent yet comforting dish. Other highlights from the tagine menu include the tangy chicken tagine with preserved lemon, and the red snapper tagine with fresh herbs and couscous.

If you prefer your meats barbecued, the restaurant also offers a wide range of succulent grilled meats, such as lamb kefta kebab, shish taouk (chicken kebabs with bell pepper, tomato and buttered naan), and the juicy harissa chicken with salsa made with the spicy North African sauce, pickled onion and coriander. Vegetarians can also join in the feast with the colourful vegetable shashlik and a side dish of buttery pilaf or spice-infused naans.

Those who are saving space for sweets will appreciate the dessert menu, which has been thoughtfully lightened, so you will still be able to pamper your sweet tooth at the end of a satisfying meal. Traditional desserts include baklava fingers with honey-thyme syrup, and yogurt crème with pomegranate molasses.

Screening Room, 12 Ann Siang Road, 6221-1694

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