Not forgetting the exotic menu, had da Gama been around today, this would surely be the place he would have liked to explore.

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1 Vasco da Gama the famous Portuguese explorer, the man responsible for starting the rich trade between East and West, when he became the first European to reach India by Sea. The fleet of four ships sailed via the Cape Verde Islands down the African Coast, making a landfall some eighty miles past the Cape of Good Hope. This formed the longest passage out of sight of land made by European ship. Among the fleet of four ships that commanded, the Berrio was his favourite. It was the ship that catered to his demanding taste. Different, out of this world, dishes and delicacies were prepared. After rounding the Cape, he visited various Arab and Swahili ports and with the help of a famous Arab pilot, reached Calicut in India. The mission was to discover a route to India and tap into the spice markets of Asia. When asked what brought them to India, Spices was the alleged reply. Vasco s is a tribute to the great son of the seas. Enjoy the proximity of the azure waters and the ceaseless kissing of the gentle breeze, amidst pools and palm trees. Not forgetting the exotic menu, had da Gama been around today, this would surely be the place he would have liked to explore. Vasco s: A new trip in time and taste.

2 Just for Starters Creamy burrata 65 marinated vine tomatoes taggiasche olives tapenade, basil oil Slow braised veal cheek (A, N) 65 ratatouille salad, candied walnut, vodka and chili dressing From the Pot Golden lentil soup 30 spiced with cumin & Arabic croutons Creamy lobster bisque 50 lobster medallions, tarragon foam "Sopa de Abóbora" (H) 35 pumpkin Soup, minced shrimps Tossed Up Salad bar (H) 65 please help yourself from the wide variety of salads and condiments (one serving per guest) Vasco s salad (H) 50 avocado, cherry tomatoes, mesclun lettuce mustard dressing (V) With tandoori vegetables 55 With marinated chicken 60 With oak smoked salmon 65 Mediterranean seafood salad 75 lobster, cured salmon, calamari, marinated shrimps blood orange confit, saffron mayonnaise Duck confit 60 grapes, baby spinach, celery, balsamic orange dressing

3 Vasco s Favourites Dum ki daal 55 our famous Indian black lentil stew comes with a portion of plain naan Tandoori breads 20 naan, kulcha (cheese, potato, vegetable) or paratha Arabian gulf shrimps "piri piri" style 70 green mango, arugula salad Seafood cataplana 130 grouper, shrimps, clams and mussels potatoes and vegetables Boneless chicken tikka 90 marinated with saffron, yoghurt & tandoori spices, white rice, salad, raita BBQ short ribs 140 cooked for 24 hours, hand cut fries truffle aioli and butter glazed carrots Bultarra lamb skewer 125 marinated with fresh herbs, garlic and olive oil couscous, citrus cucumber salad mint yoghurt sauce Veal medallions 155 Dutch milk fed veal medallions, seasonal baby vegetables, truffle potato mousseline, morel jus

4 From the Stove Chicken makhani 85 cooked in a rich tomato butter sauce, white rice, vegetable salad Tandoori shrimps 120 spiced cauliflowers fritter, lentil ragout, curried coconut sauce Portuguese spiced grouper fillet (H) 125 mashed potatoes, glazed baby vegetables, salsa verde Acquerello risotto 70 corn fed chicken, mushrooms, parmesan cheese Lobster ravioli 95 fennel, shellfish, bouillabaisse sauce Spaghetti vongole (H) 80 parsley, chili, garlic, olive oil From the Grill Whole Canadian lobster 225 green salad, lemon butter sauce US Black Angus ribeye (250gr) 155 french fries, choice of bearnaisse, pepper or mushroom US Black Angus tenderloin (200gr) 165 french fries, choice of bearnaisse, pepper or mushroom Baby chicken 125 roasted potatoes, piri piri sauce Salmon steak (H) 125 mashed potatoes, lemon butter sauce Seabass fillet (H) 125 mashed potatoes, lemon butter sauce Choose 1 side dish: ratatouille, steamed vegies, creamed spinach Additional side dish 20

5 From the Oven Vasco s special pizza 85 tomato sauce, mozzarella, beef bresaola, sundried tomatoes, rocket salad Margherita pizza 70 tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, oregano Pepperoni pizza 75 tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, beef pepperoni artichokes, zucchini Frutti di Mare pizza 85 tomato coulis, mozzarella cheese, shrimps calamari, mussels, lobster Portuguese style pizza 80 mozzarella, cooked veal ham, onions kalamata olives and boiled egg Tandoori pizza 80 boneless chicken tikka, tomato sauce mozzarella, onion rings, bell peppers, chaat masala

6 Something sweet Vasco's chocolate soufflé 45 vanilla ice cream, forest fruit compote allow 15 mins Portuguese almond cake 35 citrus segments & orange custard Apple tarte tatin 75 caramel sauce, banana ice cream allow 20 minutes, serves 2 Lemon tart 40 honey & mascarpone cream lychee & coconut sorbet Coffee crème brûlée 30 Exotic fresh fruits platter (H) 35 passion fruit coulis add lemon sorbet 45