A prodigy of cuisine, Chef Arlene gives seemingly unsuspecting dishes at the Siitz’ Restaurant and Lounge a subtle twist that makes all the difference. Whether it be the cream of corn so gently awakened by the taste of the Chipilín leaf or the common-place vinaigrette brought to its senses by a dash of roasted pepitoria, Arlene infuses her dishes with the spices, flowers and fruits of the Antigua region.
Such is the case with the Guicoy-filled Raviolis in Loroco Sauce where the soufflé-like texture of the guicoy squash and pasta are made brighter by the fragrant loroco flowers. Or her traditional Guatemalan dishes like Jocón, Pepian and Kaq ik, slowly and delicately prepared, a worthy tribute to the recipes of old.
All this and a well-stocked wine cellar, tea infusions galore and award-winning coffee make Siitz’ a gourmand’s delight.
