Took a gamble with this dish and it paid off :) The haloumi satisfied my craving so kudos to the chef, cos haloumi isn’t the easiest cheese to get right. Done badly it can be too hard, too rubbery, or oily - trust me, that has happened in my kitchen.

The fried haloumi was done well - crispy on outside yet soft on the inside, with the right amount of saltiness, and a good amount of stringiness. My only wish is that it could’ve been gooier.

The basil & mint leaves, Japanese cucumbers, lemon & olive oil dressing perfectly balance the saltiness of the haloumi cheese. Wasn’t a fan of the bread - strangely - since I am generally fond of Sarnies’ breads. But this still makes for a refreshing lunch on a sunny afternoon!