Dinner at Al Mawra: Atana Musandam.
With a small property usually comes a versatile restaurant and Al Mawra is no different. Although we tried and failed to give sundowners a chance at the Atana Khasab, looking at the menu, we were pleased to see plenty of options (for all palates) at the small on-site restaurant at the Atana Musandam. After selecting a bottle of mineral water, we ordered both the hot mezze and tuna tartare to start the meal. The mezze arrived in a small tagine (a nice touch) and was filled with traditional vegetarian and meat options. Nothing earth shattering here, but filling. The tuna tartare was a surprise, especially in the middle of nowhere Oman. While we both agreed the conceptualization of the dish was on point, we would have added more apple, a smaller cut of tuna and a much-needed dash of lemon to brighten the plate. The soft piece of bread (toast?) served…
A rustic visit to Oman: Antana Musandam.
While I am more familiar with Muscat and Dibba, it was wonderful to explore a side of Oman I had never previously visited. Located in the Musandam (known for its stunning mountains and vistas), Atana Musandam is roughly 3 hours from Dubai (including a stop at the border). We decided to break up the trip by spending a night in Ras Al Khaimah (a tip I would recommend to anyone considering the journey). Once crossing the border, we had our cameras out to try and capture some of the stunning views of the ‘fjords’ of Oman. Even better? This is not a particularly well-traveled road. Depending on the time of year, you’ll have the coast-hugging motorway more or less to yourself. The climbs and switchbacks are nothing short of amazing. Although there is radio reception, be sure to plan for a good road trip mix to enhance the journey. Upon arrival…