CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR
SEAFOOD SPECIAL
Pierchic’s romantic setting and fine fish fare is a winner year-round, but offers a welcome change from turkey and the trimmings this Christmas. And included in the set menu is half a bottle of champagne and free flowing house beverages. Merry Christmas indeed. Pierchic, Madinat Jumeirah, Al Sufouh, Dubai, Dhs650. Tel: (04) 3666730
ITALIAN FEAST
Gather the family for an Italian-style Christmas dinner at Sevilo’s. There’s a huge six-course menu, complete with turkey, trimmings, unlimited wine and beer included. Santa will be there with gifts, too. Sevilo’s Italian Restaurant, Millennium Hotel, Khalifa Street, Abu Dhabi, Dhs225, Dhs110 for children. Tel: (02) 6146000
CHAMPAGNE AND FINE DINING
Gary Rhodes’ Dubai outpost is serving Christmas in its signature flair. A four-course menu created by the man himself is guaranteed to set the bar for years to come, with a glass of champagne on the terrace at sunset and even a gift to take home. Rhodes Mezzanine, Grosvenor House, Dubai Marina, Dubai, Dhs1250. Tel: (04) 3176000
BUSSOLA ON THE BEACH
Dine alfresco at Bussola this year, either downstairs for the five-course set menu (Dhs330 and Dhs165 for children) or upstairs for a la carte pizza. Bussola, The Westin, Dubai Marina, Dubai. Tel: (04) 5117139
BARGAIN DINNER FOR GOURMET AT UNDER DHS100 THE ONE Vista has two choices for the big day; slow roasted poussin with all the trimmings for Dhs95 per head, or roast beef with horseradish mash, green beans and red wine jus for Dhs130. Vista, Holiday Inn Express, Internet City, Dubai. Tel: (04) 4275500
LIVE COOKING STATIONS
Fill your boots at Jing Asia on the 25th, where you’ll find international cuisines, live cooking and festive favourites until midnight. Crowne Plaza, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Dhs160, 7pm to midnight. Tel: (02) 6563000 MOUNSSEF OUAHDANI, HEAD CHEF, BISTRO MADELEINE "THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS IS ONE SPENT WITH FAMILY IN FRANCE. WITH COLD WEATHER, SNOW COVERED LANDSCAPES, AND CHILDREN PLAYING BY THE OPEN FIRE IN THE LIVING ROOM" MY PERFECT CHRISTMAS
62 WHAT’S ON DECEMBER 2010
The One has created a special Christmas menu featuring ‘seasonal starters’, ‘magical mains’ and ‘festive finales’ with dishes like turkey with the trimmings, salmon stack and eggnog and pecan cheesecake. Two courses will set you back a mere Dhs64, or go for the full three courses for Dhs79. You’ll even get a coffee for free. Until Dec 30, The One, Khalidiya Theatre, Abu Dhabi. Tel: (02) 6811900
TRIED AND TESTED AT RIVINGTON GRILL Winner of Favourite European at this year’s What’s On Awards, Rivington Grill is a AWARD fantastic choice for top fare this Christmas. WINNER British The team is serving up a set four-course menu from noon to 5pm
(Dhs350) using their usual outstanding seasonal produce, such as Severn and Wye smoked salmon, ‘Kelly Bronze’ roasted turkey and chestnut stuffing with all the trimmings, your favourite puds and a winning cheeseboard. The Riv will also allow their loyal customers to go a la carte, choosing much-loved dishes (including a roast for traditionalists) as they can on any other day. Rivington Grill, Souk al Bahar, Old Town, Dubai. Tel: (04) 4230903
BARASTI BARBECUE
A solid pick for Dubai’s party people on the big day, Barasti is serving an a la carte menu throughout AWARD Christmas Day then a WINNER barbecue from 6pm. Live music from Emanuel and Stompers, plus DJs later on should get you in the spirit. Failing that, there’s always the frozen cocktails. Barasti, Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Dubai Marina, Dubai. Tel: (04) 3181398
NYC STYLE
Manhattan Grill will transport you and your clan to the big apple with its fourcourse menu (available for both lunch and dinner) packed with meaty cuts and a fantastic selection of wines to complement your yuletide meal. Manhattan Grill, Grand Hyatt Dubai, Oud Metha, Dubai, 12.30pm to 3pm and 7pm to 11.30pm, Dhs350 per person including soft drinks. Tel: (04) 3171234