Flavours of the
month
Here is what’s hot and happening around town this month.
New on the block î Firebird Diner by Michael Mina, DIFC Recently opened at the Four Seasons Hotel in DIFC, Firebird Diner pays tribute to the iconic American eatery of the 1950s. Backed by the famed chef Michael Mina, the restaurant’s menu features refined versions of classic dishes found in diners across America using the highest-quality ingredients for a fun and memorable meal morning, noon and night. Expect to find dishes like New England lobster rolls, tomato soup and grilled cheese, Philly cheese steaks, and BBQ braised beef short ribs – hello delicious comfort food! Inside, there’s plush booths, tables and a signature dinerstyle counter, while floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of the Dubai city skyline, as a 1950’s jukebox plays in the background. Call 04-5060100.
î The Daily, Rove Downtown Dubai After the Pavilion Downtown Dubai Café closed its doors, fans of its ‘Bench Brunch’ will be pleased to know that Emaar Hospitality Group has launched a neighbourhood eatery, The Daily, in its new lifestyle hotel, Rove Downtown Dubai, which will now become home to the brunch. With its casual, urban interiors, family-friendly facilities, and views of Burj Khalifa, The Daily promises to be a great new place to chill. Every Friday and Saturday, 11am to 5pm, the current offer for brunch is Dhs99 pp inclusive of unlimited buffet, main course and coffee/tea, or Dhs49 for children aged 6-12 years. Call 04-5619000.
Brought to you from the team behind Coya, Nusret, and Zuma, Ruya is expected to open in Dubai Marina’s Grosvenor House by the end of September this year. The restaurant, lounge and bar will be Turkish inspired and plans to explore the quality and diversity of Anatolian food. High standards are expected from the kitchen’s executive chef, Colin Clague, who previously headed up Jean Georges Dubai and Qbara. Look out for news of its opening in upcoming issues.
Firebird Diner by Michael Mina, DIFC
16 BBC Good Food Middle East August 2016
Text by SOPHIE MCCARRICK | Photographs SUPPLIED
î Ruya, Grosvenor House Dubai