Looking for a showstopping Christmas meal, but without all the faff and with all of the fun? Allow the region’s leading culinary destination to wow you with its overwhelming host of festive dining options for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
For a magical, memorable festive season, gather your friends and family and head to Atlantis, The Palm. With its incredible line-up of exceptional restaurants –featuring specially curated as well as a la carte menus, the celebrated family resort is going all out ensure a very merry Christmas eve and day for all. Turkey with all the trimmings? Yes, you’ll find that, but you’ll also be treated to so much more. Leave Christmas dinner to the professionals this year with one of the many options at Atlantis, The Palm.
Foodies of the world rejoice: Dubai’s award-winning underwater restaurant, Ossiano, is inviting you on a captivating journey guaranteed to thrill all of the senses. Surrounded by the breathtaking views of The Ambassador Lagoon and its mesmerising ocean life, guests will indulge in a Mediterranean-inspired seafood menu devised by Atlantis, The Palm’s very own celebrity chef, Gregoire Berger. The 49th Best Chef in the World as of this year’s Best Chef Awards, Chef Gregoire utilises only the highest quality ingredients, with highlights of the bespoke menu including Gillardeau oysters with caviar, lobster and black truffle, and expertly prepared organic quail. To top off the experience, the amazingly talented singer-songwriter Clarita DeQuiroz will provide the soundtrack to the evening, performing nostalgic festive classics on the piano.
Sprinkle some magic on your Christmas celebrations with a truly unique dining experience at Nobu. Infusing the menu with Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s cutting-edge Japanese Peruvian style together with Arabian influences to create a distinctly urban experience, this Christmas brunch is a far cry from your traditional roast turkey dinner – and all the more memorable for it. Look forward to savouring Dubai’s best sushi and sashimi as well as Nobu’s internationally-acclaimed signature dishes. Ticking all the boxes for a fun and festive feast, the menu is paired with sake and refreshing cocktails, while the resident DJ will be crafting an extra special celebratory mix.
Hakkasan celebrates the holiday season with a special festive menu available from 21st -26th December. Families and friends are invited to indulge in a bespoke menu featuring many of the restaurant’s most sought-after dishes. Guests can start with Xiao long bao, broth-filled Shanghainese steamed dumplings, crispy ladyfish in sweet plum sauce and scallops with an apple puff before moving onto wok-seared tiger prawns with truffle, garlic and sesame chicken and wagyu beef with pied bleu mushrooms. And because it wouldn’t be Christmas without ending things on a sweet note, Hakkasan is serving their own unique spin on a Viennese Sacher slice – a sinfully rich chocolate layered slice.
As you might expect from a restaurant that champions all things British, guests can enjoy a glorious festive celebration with a distinctly Brit steer.at the world-renowned Bread Street Kitchen & Bar. With a menu that references traditional favourites with Gordon Ramsay’s signature spin, diners can savour turkey wellington, Scottish smoked salmon with caviar, as well as the newest sweet edition this festive season, the dark chocolate wellington with spiced berries. An especially great venue for families, Santa will make an appearance on Christmas Day bearing gifts and surprises for the little ones.
At Ronda Locatelli guests will be transported this Christmas to a charming and romantic Italian town, in an inviting space filled with holiday cheer. Giorgio Locatelli’s team have created a special two, three or four course set-menu for the occasion, including Italian festive favourites such as chestnut and spelt soup, homemade pappardelle with chicken liver, beef tenderloin with wild mushroom, and an artisanal panettone with peaches for dessert. To ensure a truly authentic experience, Ronda’s Chef de Cuisine, Salvo Sardo, sources 95 per cent of his ingredients from Italy, with pizzas and pasta made fresh in the kitchen. Vegan and gluten free options also available.
Seafire Steakhouse & Bar is the perfect location to spend a memorable Christmas with friends and dear ones. From Christmas Eve to Christmas Day, guests can tuck into a sumptuous five course set-menu comprising salmon rillettes, a festive roast with all the trimmings, and a punchy Christmas pudding for dessert. Ensuring the occasion is made even more joyful, Soul Trio will perform three sets of old school classics from 8pm onwards.
Tuck into authentic Lebanese delicacies this Christmas Eve at Dubai’s celebrated restaurant, Ayamna. Executive Arabic Chef, Ali El Bourji will serve dishes crafted from recipes handed down over generations with a set menu including a selection of hot and cold mezze, an Ayamna mixed grill platter, and an Arabic- inspired chocolate Christmas ball with spiced cherry nectar for dessert.
Having hit the jackpot in creating the perfect blend of entertainment and dining options for all generations, family-friendly Wavehouse will be serving its all-encompassing a la carte menu with a side of bowling, arcade games and a wave machine.
Enjoy a sizzling seasonal feast with Saffron’s Christmas favourites. The overwhelmingly impressive buffet selection is perfectly complemented by a festive music set presented by the restaurant’s resident DJ. The jolly old man will also be a part of the revelry, so diners should make sure their wish list is prepared.
Add a dash of sparkle to your seasonal revelry with the different flavours and styles at Kaleidoscope, enhanced with a festive touch. With palate-pleasing displays with dishes running the gamut from Mediterranean to Northern Africa, India and the Levant region, diners have the opportunity to traverse the gourmet globe. The restaurant’s inviting environment makes it perfect for families and guests can expect an appearance from Santa Claus on Christmas Day.
Why not really push the boat out this festive season by combining a stay at the world-class resort with an unforgettable dining experience? Atlantis, The Palm’s Festive Fun Stay Packages are inviting guests to take advantage of three very special offers.
- STAY 3 NIGHTS OR MORE
- Receive Christmas Day Brunch at Seafire, Ronda Locatelli or Kaleidoscope for 2 adults + 2 children for Suites bookings and Imperial Club Queen bookings and 2 adults + 1 child for Imperial Club King bookings.
- STAY 7 NIGHTS OR MORE
- Receive 2 Bronze NYE packages for adults (21yrs+) and 2 NYE packages for teens or kids (20yrs and under) for bookings over NYE in any room type.
- Imperial Club or Suite bookings from this offer will receive 10% off their stay. An additional 10% off applies for members.
- STAY 10 NIGHTS OR MORE
- Receive both of the above in any room type over Christmas and NYE .
Offer vaild for bookings made before November 30, 2019. Check terms and conditions for more details. For reservations call +971 4 426 1000 or visit www.atlantis.com/dubai/festive-stay.
