The unique and delicious dishes that come out of the kitchens at Blanco’s are combined with a carefully designed internal decor and ambiance which give the eatery a very comfortable look. The modern and traditional African art that decorate the walls combine well with the well-designed but practical furniture. On entering the place, one is immediately struck by the vibrant decor with warm tropical colours.
Upcoming and renowned Kenyan artists display their works at Blanco’s. They include Carol Kipsanai of La Tua Casa, Lawi Muriuki of Housemark Limited and Kioko Mitiki . A special highlight of the interior decor displays works of art by Mwitiki, a well known Kenyan master. Other local painters are encouraged to come to Blanco’s and display their works to potential clients and art connoisseurs, both local and international.
On designated days every week, different Kenyan music artists are invited to perform at Blanco’s in order to add cultural value to the great atmosphere. Some of the musicians who have played at Blanco’s have become local and international stars. Like its cuisine, the restaurant encourages innovativeness in music, especially the fusion or blending of traditional and modern strains.
It is the aim of Blanco’s to transport and transform Kenyan and African cuisine to heights never experienced before and to enhance international appreciation of Kenya’s exciting cultural diversity. This is a restaurant that has been conceptualized, designed, developed and is managed by young, enterprising Kenyans who have excellent culinary expertise. Blanco’s lounge offers a wide variety of fine wines from different countries, with different drink cocktail combinations and assorted fresh juices made from delicious and vitamin-rich tropical fruits. Great emphasis is placed on quality and timely service. Great attention is paid to detail in every service provided while speed of delivery is also given high priority.
Despite the initial challenges presented by being a relatively new business in a highly competitive culinary market, Blanco’s is already planning expansion to other parts of Kenya, especially the tourism-rich Coast Province, before venturing outside the country into other parts of the world. Useful partnerships with international players in the hospitality and culinary industries are also being explored by the forward-looking management team.