Indulge in a summer-inspired culinary adventure from a feast of Greek delights, Southeast Asian flavours and succulent grills to New York-inspired mixes and an exquisite evening brunch
As the mercury rises, so does the sizzle in Abu Dhabi’s culinary scene!
And with five completely new delectable options to choose from, St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi is shaping up to be your culinary oasis in the UAE capital this summer.
There are plenty of amazing things to do on Saadiyat Island, but if you’re craving Greek cuisine, yearning for Southeast Asian fare or an eclectic mix of grills and tagines, relishing a New York-inspired mixed drink accompanied by gourmet sliders, or simply looking for an exquisite evening brunch, there’s plenty for your palate to explore at St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort.
Plus, a new purifying spa experience awaits to soothe and rejuvenate, making this an all-round indulgence of the senses.
Saganaki Saga at MAZI Abu Dhabi
In a vibrant celebration dedicated to the most delicious traditional cheeses and fresh, flavoursome ingredients in Greek cuisine, the contemporary Greek restaurant MAZI Abu Dhabi has unveiled its new “Saganaki Saga” experience.
Refreshingly informal but with a warm and welcoming ambiance that transports diners to the sun-kissed Greek islands, the four-course set menu stars an enticing choice of colourful Greek specialties, all served with an elegant and modern twist, including a hot and cold starter, a saganaki main course and an indulgent homemade Greek dessert.
The Saganaki Saga menu is available throughout May, 12pm to 3pm. AED 295 for the four-course set menu. For more information, email [email protected] or call 02 498 8888
Sip & Savor at Sontaya Bar
Sontaya, the beautiful Southeast Asian dining venue, brings a new treat to beverage and Asian cuisine connoisseurs with the Sip & Savor experience, featuring a premium collection of artisanal agave spirits, and a menu of flavourful bao buns.
Skilful mixologists have taken three unique flavours of refreshing agave spirit, and incorporated them into three distinctly different, yet equally enticing mixes. Spanning the tasting notes of Reposado, Anejo and Mezcal, each cocktail pairs perfectly with the spicy and fresh flavours of the elegant bao buns.
Sip & Savor is available throughout May, from 5pm to 8pm. AED 195 for two mixes and bao buns. For more information, email [email protected] or call 02 498 8443
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West 36, NYC at the Manhattan Lounge
The expert mixologists at Manhattan Lounge have created a new drinks and slider menu inspired by the art, music, fashion and destinations of New York.
In a tribute to the incredible art scene of the Big Apple, the Manhattan Lounge has fused New York’s most iconic cultural masterpieces with artisanal spirits and cutting-edge bartending techniques to create four new mixes, and a choice of delectable gourmet sliders.
The West 36, NYC menu is available daily. AED 145 for two mixes and one gourmet slider. For more information, email [email protected] or call 02 498 8443
Suntory Evening Brunch at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi
Bringing the most amazing flavours and delectable recipes from the Pacific Rim, Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi has joined forces with renowned Japanese spirit brand Suntory to host an exquisite evening brunch.
Apart from its signature dishes and delectable spread, Buddha-Bar also features enthralling live entertainment with beats by DJ Meerkat, an energetic percussionist performance and oriental dancers.
The Suntory Evening Brunch takes place on Saturday, 27 May, 7pm to 10pm. AED 395 for food and selected dry beverages, AED 550 for food and selected house beverages. For more information, email [email protected] or call 02 498 8443
Grills & Tagines at Olea
The Grills & Tagines night is back at Olea restaurant every Friday this May, where guests can enjoy succulent grills, seven Moroccan tagines slow-cooked in traditional earthware pots, Arabic specialties, premium carved meats, seafood, and more.
The buffet also offers a range of appetisers, including pates, terrines, antipasti, nutritious salads, cold mezze, and iced seafood. For mains, there are international dishes such as paella, biryani, shrimp charmoula, Italian pasta, rotisserie duck, and baked whole red snapper, and do save room for dessert, including the signature burnt cheesecake with mixed berries.
Grills & Tagines is available every Friday, 7pm to 11pm. AED 250 with soft drinks, AED 110 for children aged six to 12. Children below 6 years old dine for free. For more information, email [email protected] or call 02 498 8888
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