What happened this weekend? – BBC Middle Eastern Food

What happened this weekend? – BBC Middle Eastern Food

From exotic culinary experiences to rooftop brunches and innovative coffee ideas, here are our recommendations for all things exciting in the UAE

Abu Dhabi

Hakkasan Palace of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi

Hakkasan Abu Dhabi welcomes summer with its refreshing menu of wonderful Cantonese journeys. The menu features locally sourced, vibrant dishes that offer diners a modern interpretation of authentic Cantonese cuisine, inspired by contemporary and ancient China. The three-course feast begins with a fresh cuttlefish salad with a fragrant lemongrass dressing, dim sum duo and Chinese-style spiced crispy eggplant. Appetizers are followed by the main course, where diners can enjoy spicy chicken, stir-fried local wild prawns with XO sauce, stir-fried bok choy with garlic and hearty triple organic fried rice. A wonderful sweet treat in the form of blueberry cheesecake completes the gourmet experience.

Cantonese Tour Menu, daily from 1 June to 15 September, 6pm to 11:30pm. AED298 per person. Call +9712 690 7739 or email EPAUH-Hakkasan@mohg.com. Visit the website or Instagram.

Dubai

Panoramic Brunch, Raia Rooftop Bar & Lounge, Taj Exotica Resort & Spa Dubai

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, Dubai is a beautiful new hotel located in the East Crescent away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The resort features Raia Rooftop Bar and Lounge, a stunning rooftop setting that exudes elegance and sophistication, irresistible flavours and panoramic views of The Palm and Dubai’s iconic skyline. The destination has launched a new Saturday brunch featuring lively entertainment, stunning set menus with a modern Middle Eastern twist, and spirits in a vibrant arabesque atmosphere.

Saturday 1pm to 4:30pm. AED 300 per person (including soft drinks), AED 450 per person (including house drinks), AED 600 per person (including sparkling wine) and a party package from 5-7pm for AED 150 Ram. Visit the website or Instagram.

Bleu Blanc Brunch, The St. Regis Downtown Dubai

Bleu Blanc Bistro features a French-inspired retro decor, inviting discerning diners to enjoy a new laid-back table service Mediterranean brunch. The culinary journey takes place in a chic setting, elevated by beautiful water views, exquisite food and refreshing nibbles. Food will include live crudo stations, table service appetizers, entrees and a dessert cart; accompanied by a range of creative concoctions in true Bleu Blanc style.

Saturday 1:30-4:30pm. AED 350 per person (including soft drinks), AED 450 per person (including house drinks) and AED 700 per person (including sparkling wine). Call +9714 512 5533 or email SR.DXBDX.Reservations@stregis.com. Visit the website or Instagram.

Gold, caviar and soda, SLS Dubai

Sophisticated SLS Dubai welcomes you to the city for a luxurious afternoon. Soaring above Dubai’s skyline on the 69th floor of the iconic hotspot in Downtown Dubai, Ciel Spa is the starting point for this unique gold, caviar and soda experience. Experience the 24k gold treatment designed for polishing and polishing; followed by a sumptuous afternoon tea including fine caviar from 12 Chairs and sumptuous canapés from SBar, accompanied by a bottle of premium sparkling wine on the 71st floor .

Gold, Caviar & Fizz at Ciel Spa are open from 10am to 8pm and Sbar from 12pm to 10pm. AED 2,400 for two (including 90-minute Gold Card) Treatment and a bottle of premium sparkling wine with afternoon tea and snacks at the SBar and 12 chairs.call +9714 607 0654 or +97156 417 388. Visit the website or Instagram.

All Emirates

Intellectual coffee

Prefer to stay at home? Cool down this summer with the latest offering from this homegrown coffee brand. These include three exclusive coffee concentrates that give you caffeine in the most refreshing way, whether diluted in milk, sparkling water, tonic, distilled or sparkling water. Made from single-origin Brazilian coffee, Intellect’s industrial instant espresso has an intense velvety taste with notes of milk chocolate, hazelnut and vanilla. Cascara Concentrate is made from the dried pulp of coffee cherries from fresh Ethiopian crops; and provides a rich and refreshing taste that is sure to remind you of a fresh summer breeze. Finally, Intellect’s Ethiopian Instant Espresso is made from single-origin Ethiopian coffee with a strong floral and fruity aroma.

Ethiopia’s AED43, Industrial’s AED65 and Cascara’s AED85. WhatsApp +97150 466 9376. Visit Instagram.

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