Kitchen By Osman Sezener

Osman Sezener and his team propose an original and cosmopolitan take on Turkish cuisine. Produce from the region takes centre stage and it is always guaranteed to be fresh and flavourful. The dishes are not overly complicated, but they certainly pack a punch. The chef skilfully draws out the intensity of his ingredients with a distinctively subtle touch. He grills prawns from local waters, for instance, only briefly, to ensure they reach your plate succulent. They are topped with a prawn mayonnaise and finished with a lemon coulis that adds a gentle sweetness. A streak of herb oil and allspice oil provides just the right amount of lift. Fortunately, you are given (delicious!) sourdough bread, so you can mop up every last drop. The herbs come from gardens surrounding the restaurant and hit the spot every time, as do the richly layered sauces. Generosity and finesse go hand in hand here. The extremely appealing à la carte selection really leaves you spoilt for choice! The luxury hotel The Bodrum Edition provides the ideal setting in which to explore this culinary creativity. It has a certain laid-back vibe here that is pleasingly contemporary, warm and welcoming. But it is the breathtaking view over the resort and the bay that steals the show!