What happened this weekend? – BBC Middle Eastern Food
What happened this weekend? – BBC Middle Eastern Food
From once-in-a-lifetime dining experiences to new double weekend brunches and award-winning business lunches, here are our recommendations for all things exciting in the UAE
origami
Origami is a charming Japanese fusion restaurant that opened in Sharjah just a few months after its third launch at The Dubai Mall, and continues to expand beyond Dubai. Various aspects of the redesigned furniture and menu introduced at the Dubai Mall outlet can be found at Origami’s newest location in Aljada, Sharjah’s latest development.
The venue offers a gourmet experience with renowned craftsmanship in immersive entertainment at Japan’s most famous underground sushi restaurant. The menu features a delicious variety of sushi, nigiri and sashimi, including the restaurant’s own special brand of origami nigiri, which provides a creative twist to this famous Japanese dish.
Call +9716 702 0079 and visit Instagram
moon film
Dubai’s renowned pizza restaurant Moon Slice has added a second branch in Sharjah’s Aljada with an interior refurbishment and a new visual identity.
With a new look, Moon Slice is ready to offer its unique and innovative flavours in Aljada, Sharjah’s fast-growing culinary hub. The new branch offers appetizers such as arancini, crispy baby squid, aglio e olio shrimp and wagyu carpaccio. Entrees include pastas such as shrimp in pink sauce, pasta with mushrooms in white sauce, and seafood pasta with shrimp bisque, tomato sauce, shrimp and squid. The highlight is Moon Slice’s original pizza, all made with fresh 48-hour rise dough.
Aljada by Arada, Muwailih Commercial, Sharjah. Monday to Sunday 12 noon to 12 am. Call +9716 702 0878
Osciano
Ossiano’s Chef Gregoire Berger and Asia’s Best Female Chef Natsuko Shoji team up to create an unforgettable 10-course menu. Held for just two nights, the duo’s collaboration will bring their respective culinary approaches to pay homage to seasonal and world-class produce, culminating in an exceptional array of dishes that are works of art.
Each night, you’re invited to embark on an immersive journey focused on a story crafted by the creative duo. Each chef interprets different narrative chapters from the perspective of their own cuisine, bringing surprises everywhere. Berger will serve up colorful eel, nori and orange tarts, as well as his famous Mr. Black Truffle Pancakes. Ayu (sweet fish) tacos with fruit salsa, rich caviar puff pastry, a deft infusion of pastry methods into savory dishes, and a single tart are some interpretations of Shoji.
August 5-6. 6pm to 10pm. AED 1,250 per person. Seats are very limited and advance reservations are highly recommended.Call +9714 426 2626 and visit website or Instagram
westlodge car
Want to indulge in a double brunch? Escape the heat of summer with world-class dining and a dance playground every Friday night and Saturday at Weslodge Saloon Business Bay for a lively 68th-floor brunch.
New recipes from North America add extra flavor to brunch. Expect rich dining comfort food, well-crafted beverages, live entertainment and a nostalgic soundtrack to songs from the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s. The menu includes Dibba oysters on arrival, fresh and spicy Ahi tuna tartare, Canadian-style beef pudding with pulled ribs, beef gravy and cheese, and Weslodge’s popular Southern fried chicken nuggets.
Weslodge Sedan Business Bay. Friday 7pm to 10pm. Saturday 1:30-4:30pm. From AED295 per person.Call +9714 350 9288 and visit website or Instagram
Bistro Bloud
The Brasserie Boulud weekday lunch is perfect for a midday treat. Celebrity chef Daniel Boulud’s eponymous restaurant serves French cuisine with a French twist at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk. The venue was recently awarded the Bib Gourmand category by the UAE’s first Michelin Guide, offering quality food at affordable prices.
Choose from a two- or three-course menu featuring decadent dishes such as Burgundy escargots de bourgogne, tartare de boeuf and the popular ‘French burger’, or opt for the Ă la carte menu, as chef Nicolas Lemoyne promises to deliver dishes rooted in tradition.
Monday to Friday 12:30pm to 3pm. AED 125 for 2 courses and AED 150 for 3 courses. Call +9714 281 4020 and visit website or Instagram
Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort
Located on the east crescent of The Palm Jumeirah, Anantara The Palm Dubai offers visitors a coveted and extraordinary dining experience. Get ready to be spoiled by top-notch food, exceptional service and stunning views.
Revo Café is one of the funniest and trendiest venues in the resort, ideal for a quick bite or a hearty lunch or dinner. Their menu includes gourmet salads and sandwiches as well as entrees such as salmon steak and lamb harissa.
Additionally, Anantara Spa at Anantara The Palm Dubai invites you to indulge in the latest in skincare. Taste Korea’s best skincare secrets as you visit the resort’s luxury spa and experience the Cellreturn Platinum LED Mask Treatment.
Call +9714 567 8888 and visit website or Instagram