A taste of sushi

Handmade Nigiri Sushi, a wide selection of sashimi, tempura, miso soup, fresh fruits, and green tea ice cream… The newest innovation at the Trans Asia Hotel is a Sushi Bar at the Beira Lounge, open from 12 noon to 8 p.m. daily which offers the chance for a quick lunch or a snack.

Manning the bar is Executive Sous Chef Clifford Perera who has created a tempting menu. Cliff, who has a passion for Japanese cooking was earlier involved in the Trans Asia’s floating Japanese restaurant of years past and is a veteran chef with experience both in Sri Lanka and overseas.

In addition to its three signature restaurants, the Trans Asia Hotel also offers guests the option of sampling the Seafood Market that comes alive nightly at The Terrace.

The Seafood Market offers a selection of many varieties of fish, from the popular Seer, to Red Mullet, Sole, Paraw, Tuna and more. Also available are lobsters, sea crab and lagoon crab, large prawns, mussels and oysters (on availability) and other delicacies from the deep sea waters, done Thai style, Indian, Continental or even Singaporean! A simple dish of steamed fish topped with garlic butter can also be served with accompaniments.

There’s a variety of freshly baked breads, and a delightful selection of desserts, not to mention an interesting beverage list.