As the joyful summer season begins in the UAE capital, The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort is inviting guests to beat the heat and savour a whole range of exciting new dining and pampering experiences that are packed with fresh flavours, sensational views and unforgettable memories. From authentic family-favourite Greek specialties and live entertainment at MAZI Abu Dhabi, to juicy decadent steaks at The Signature 3 and bespoke cocktails at Manhattan Lounge, there’s plenty to tempt families and friends over to the stunning island resort this June.
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TSO’L Brunch at MAZI Abu Dhabi *new*
MAZI Abu Dhabi, the charming and modern ‘fine-casual’ Greek restaurant at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort Abu Dhabi, is inviting families and friends to end their weekend on a high with its brand new TSO’L Brunch.
Taking place every Sunday, the leisurely afternoon celebration takes guests on enlightening voyage through the flavours, colours and culture of the Mediterranean, set to a soundtrack of enrapturing live entertainment.
Providing a tantalising taste of the treasured Greek tradition of sharing, diners are encouraged to feast family-style and savour a curated menu of delicious contemporary Greek dishes, handcrafted cocktails featuring Greek herbs and fruits, and Greek wines sourced from the country’s most famous vineyards.
Providing a mixture of light nibbles, healthy nourishing creations and juicy meats, the decadent palate pleasers include expertly crafted favourite recipes such as traditional tzatziki, fresh and crunchy Greek salad, courgette cakes with cucumber and mint dip, succulent roasted lamb and decadent braised short ribs.
Finally, the journey concludes with some golden and irresistible loukoumades. These dainty traditional Greek doughnuts are served delicately flavoured with aromatic lavender honey, crushed walnuts and rich and creamy homemade chocolate sorbet, and they are guaranteed to be adored by food connoisseurs of all ages.
Throughout the vibrant and colourful experiences, guests are invited to relax within the cosy and rustic ambiance of the beautifully decorated dining room, and socialise whilst absorbing the chanting notes of the live entertainer.
The TSO’L Brunch at MAZI Abu Dhabi is exclusively available to enjoy every Sunday from 1pm to 4pm throughout the summer, starting Sunday, June 12. Packages start from AED 350 for food, AED 475 for food, wine, beer and cocktails AED 595 for food, champagne, wine, beer and cocktails.
For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8443.
STEAK-ation at The Signature 3 *new*
Meat lovers will be in their element this summer with the decadent STEAK-ation experience at The Signature 3.
Highlighting the finest meats from across the globe, guests are invited to indulge in juicy, high-quality cuts paired with smooth and aromatic complementing wines.
With each expertly crafted beverage designed to bring out the majestic meaty and hearty flavours of each dish, guests are left spoilt for choice with delicious options such as US Black Angus aged beef cheek paired with Pinot Noir from Central Otago Mud House in New Zealand, and Wagyu +7 grain-fed beef striploin from Cabassi, Australia, paired with Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot crafted by Château Latour Camblanes in France.
Every sensational steak is then further enhanced with delectable sides of mashed potato, charred asparagus, broccolini and oyster mushroom with peppercorn sauce.
Guests are also encouraged to upgrade their experience with the exclusive ‘Steak Me Out’ option, adding freshly pan-seared foie gras straight from the flambé trolley to each delicious cut for an extra AED 70.
With steak and foie gras renowned as the world’s ‘ultimate gastronomy duo’, the rich and luxurious flavour of this lavish add on makes each premium beef taste even more enticing and flavoursome.
The STEAK-ation menu is available to enjoy daily throughout June from 7pm to 11pm, priced à la carte. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8443.
Lobster King at Sontaya *new*
Sontaya, Abu Dhabi’s most romantic and beautiful venue, is delighted to elevate the month of June by unveiling a special curated menu dedicated to the most majestic of all seafood ingredients.
The lavish and decadent Lobster King experience showcases the finest lobster dishes from across Southeast Asia, highlighting the enchanting flavours of this luxurious shellfish in skilful and artistic style.
Guests are invited to relax within the elegant ambiance of the picturesque restaurant, and savour a carefully crafted five-course culinary journey. Specially designed for two to share and bond over, the Lobster King set menu is perfect for couples, loved ones and close friends.
Starting with a delicate amuse-bouche platter of fresh snow crab in kra-thong thong sauce, laab tofu and seafood cutlet, guests are eased into the sophisticated evening with fresh and healthy starters such as poached Boston lobster broth and Saengwa salad.
Delicious dumplings filled with chaw muang lobster and hoi cho king crab are then guaranteed to leave every food connoisseur utterly enraptured, before the signature Sontaya Talay course impresses with its sumptuous array of seafood delights. With each element prepared using expert techniques and served with tasty sauces such as spicy seafood and hot basil, diners are invited to enjoy char-grilled lobster, pan-seared scallops, wok-fried mussels and more.
Finally, the uplifting evening concludes with a sweet and irresistible platter of traditional Asian pastries, with each delicate creation crafted with incredible culinary talent.
‘The Lobster King’ journey is an unforgettable experience for anyone with a passion for seafood and Asian cuisine. The set menu is available every Saturday and Sunday throughout June, from 6pm to midnight, priced AED 595 for two, including food only.
Reservations are highly recommended. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8888.
Nikkei Brunch at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi
Providing an elevated weekend celebration full of superb flavours and unforgettable memories, The Nikkei Brunch at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi will continue to burst into life every Saturday.
Highlighting the magical tastes of Japanese and Peruvian cooking, the evening experience boasts over 20 sumptuous and artistic dishes, including beef age gyoza, mango-maguro rolls, California rolls and more tempting sharing-style bites.
Served within the chic, warm and eclectic ambiance of the stylish restaurant, the culinary journey is filled with amazing moments and exciting suprises.
A multi-sensory voyage through Nikkei cuisine, the event is further enhanced with a selection of bespoke cocktails, amazing talented live entertainers and deep house beats from DJ Meerkat, the venue’s talented resident musical curator. Born in Ukraine, her emotional and powerful beats are brimming with uplifting ethnica, organic and melodic vibes. Reflecting her passion for travelling, her mixes are intended to transport every guest into a world of magical rhythms inspired by different cultures and periods in history.
Fusing authentic Peruvian ingredients with Japanese cooking techniques, Head Chef Renzo Reyes’ exquisite brunch menu takes diners on an enlightening voyage through the most amazing aspects of this charming cuisine. Highlights include the ‘From the sea to your plate’ platter of veggie ceviche, tuna midori ceviche and salmon truffle tataki, delicious nibbles like authentic prawn tempura, and tasty palate pleasers such as beef robatayaki and black pepper chicken.
Providing an eclectic, multi-sensory and totally unique weekend gathering, The Nikkei Brunch takes place every Saturday from 7pm to 10pm. Packages start from AED 375 for food and selected non-alcoholic beverages, and AED 495 for food and selected house beverages.
For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or
+971 2 498 8888.
Illusions at the Manhattan Lounge
Boasting a sophisticated atmosphere, refined decorations and a bar stocked with countless varieties of specialist beverages from around the world, a visit to the Manhattan Lounge is always an exciting occasion. But now, the elegant bar has concocted a new way of helping each guest’s dreams come true.
In keeping with the venue’s spirit of creativity and love for inventing new and sensational cocktails, the Illusions menu presents an array of beautiful and artistic mixes that are all inspired by the beauty and allure of human dreams.
With each perfectly crafted mix designed to tell a story and create the experience of stepping into a dreamlike reality, guests are invited to relax and sample intriguing and uplifting creations such as Enigma, which is inspired by black and white dreams, Luna, which draws on the powers of the moon and more awe-inspiring new cocktails.
The Illusions menu is available daily, priced à la carte. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8443.
Lavender Awakening Ritual at Iridium Spa *new*
The Iridium Spa is embracing the joys of summer and dedicating the month of June to the floral, classic and relaxing scent of lavender. Celebrating the healing properties and wonderful aroma of this beautiful purple flower, the lavender theme will be channelled and represented throughout every area of the tranquil spa, including lavender decorations and centrepieces, and lavender oils and scrubs.
Renowned for its ability to calm the nervous system, lift the mood and even lower blood pressure, the expert therapists at the Iridium Spa have curated a revitalising spa journey that harnesses the unique and therapeutic powers of this special and charming plant.
The Lavender Awakening Ritual begins with a gentle foot bath in lavender milk, and an invigorating foot scrub using premium lavender sea salt. The tension and stress-relieving 75-minute massage that follows is then customised to suit each guest’s personal requirements, and delivered with pure and naturally sweetly scented lavender massage oil.
Finally, each guest is presented with a small dried lavender pouch as an elegant and heartfelt gift. Inviting everyone to take the magical aroma of lavender home with them, the lavender bags act as a lasting souvenir of each guest’s therapeutic experience.
The Lavender Awakening Ritual is available to enjoy throughout June from 11am to 11pm, priced AED 700 per person for a 75-minute treatment.
To book, please contact Iridium Spa at: Iridium.Saadiyat@stregis.com or +97124988996.
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