Christmas spells fun family time. And when people gather for the holidays, food cannot be too far behind. Happy hearts and full bellies will ensure you’re genuinely holly-jolly this winter season. It’s a full-on festive mode in Dubai right now, with holiday decorations, exciting activities, and scrumptious dishes to try. There’s no better place to infuse the Christmas spirit into your soul. Make sure you satisfy your taste buds by checking out these festive dishes being plated up in DXB. ‘Tis indeed the season to eat, drink, and be merry!
Exquisite seafood at the Bay
What better way to enjoy the holidays than basking in the sound of gently rolling waves and feeling the seaside air caress your skin? If you want a truly festive Christmas meal, head to the Mandarin Oriental in Jumeirah and claim a cozy table at their famous restaurant, The Bay. This is a Mediterranean-inspired brasserie by the beach. It sits over a spectacularly manicured terrace that allows you to enjoy panoramic vistas of the Arabian Gulf. More importantly, they feature mouthwatering dishes, from appetizers to desserts. You can enjoy exquisite seafood like Scottish trout meuniere, seafood paella, lobster, and prawn tortellini.
Tantalizing dinner-shows at Billionaire Dubai
This luxurious nightclub will surely bring a touch of glamor and splendor. It’s perfect for nocturnal creatures who seek late-night action. For the holidays, a lavish party awaits you at Billionaire Dubai, located in Taj Dubai Hotel in Business Bay. According to insiders, Montse More, the creative director, has put together a fabulous Christmas dinner-show with delicious dishes and stunning programs from entertainers around the globe. The extensive menu is Asian and Italian, with dishes like sweet chili wagyu filet, artisanal pizza, baked salt-crusted wild sea bass, and various sushi. This collection of dishes will undoubtedly tantalize your taste buds.
The Millennium Place Master Chef experience
Most people know what the Master Chef TV program is all about. It’s full of beautifully plated dishes that make people drool. But if you want to transform viewing scrumptious dishes through TV reels into a real-life experience, head to the Millenium Place restaurant in Dubai Marina on Christmas eve and enjoy a three-course menu for dinner. This features mouthwatering dishes like Josper-grilled tenderloin that melts in the mouth, special tiger prawns with garlic and olive oil, and decadent chocolate mousse. While eating, you’ll be serenaded by a soulful singer, too.
Enjoy private dining at Le Guepard
If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind experience, head off to Le Guepard along Alserkal Avenue in Al Quoz. The glamorous venue is set in a 1930s-style European home, giving it an elegant ambiance. For Christmas eve, this French brasserie offers private dining so you can enjoy the true meaning of the season by hosting an intimate dinner with family and friends. Yanis Yahoui prepares the menu with fusion French dishes like a roasted turkey stuffed with exotic truffles, gold egg with butternut veloute, and caviar-infused Chilean sea bass. Bon appetite!
Featured image from Pexels.com / Nicole Michalou
