A taste of Parisian indulgence lands on Al Maryah Island with Majlis by Pierre Hermé now open at Rosewood Abu Dhabi. The master of macarons brings his legendary creations to Abu Dhabi, merging French savoir faire with the warm gathering space of majlis culture. Majlis by Pierre Hermé reflects Rosewood Abu Dhabi’s Sense of Place philosophy, blending warm tones, and contemporary tent design inspired by Bedouin hospitality. The sunlit space is located in the main lobby, celebrating the heritage of the desert where travellers were generously received.
Pierre Hermé, the World’s Best Pastry Chef in 2016 puts his technical experience into bite size perfection in the form of macarons. Enjoy exotic taste sensation such as the Mogador Macaron, blending tangy passion fruit with sweet milk chocolate ganache. Expect Monsieur Hermé’s signature Ispahan Macaron with rose cream, lychee and raspberries celebrated with Ispahan Croissant and indulgent French Toast option like Pain Perdu Ispahan.
The extensive menu will curb all your cravings for heavenly pâtisseries, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Whether grabbing a flakey Pain au Chocolate & Pistachio, or tucking into a mouthwatering Avocado Toast, a combination of avocado, crab, and raspberry or Croque-Monsieur with turkey ham, rich bechamel and Comte cheese. For lunch, savour a leisurely lunch of Sea Bream Ceviche, or decadent Cauliflower Velouté, there is something for every palate. For those in search of the perfect gift, the artisanal cafe offers beautifully packaged confectionery.
There is a wide selection of pastry available, each with avant garde flavour profiles and intricate presentation. Highlights include Jardin de l’Atlas Madeleines, lemon zest and orange blossom madeleine garnished with Maquis honey and Tarte Infiniment Pistache D’Iran, a pistachio lover’s dream. The menu is complemented by the Espresso Lab serving Abu Dhabi’s most meticulously crafted coffee selection, made from 100% Arabica beans. From classic espressos to creative concoctions like Chocolanza, Pistachio White, all crafted to perfection for a truly luxurious experience.
Known for his revolutionary approach to Haute Pâtisserie, Pierre Hermé expressed his enthusiasm for his first venture into Abu Dhabi, “I love the idea that my creations can transport those who taste them into a universe of flavours, sensations, and pleasures – an experience I found at Rosewood Abu Dhabi. This exceptional hotel celebrates elegance and embodies luxury in every detail, a commitment we share at Maison Pierre Hermé Paris.”
Remus Palimaru, Managing Director of Rosewood Abu Dhabi, expressed his excitement for the collaboration, saying “Pastry is an art form and we aimed to find a partner who has refined their craft over the years and has been considered the master in their field. Pierre Hermé and his team value quality, creativity, distinction, continuous improvement, attention to detail and precision, which perfectly align with our Rosewood DNA.”
Leading the charge at Majlis by Pierre Hermé is Executive Chef Florian Kraemer. With 25 years of experience, he has worked in various renowned establishments worldwide.
Majlis by Pierre Hermé brings pastry creations and intuitive flavour combinations to Abu Dhabi’s ever-evolving food scene, with innovative pastry creations and distinctive fusion of Emirati culture.
Location: Majlis by Pierre Hermé, Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island
Opening Hours: 7am – 11pm
To book visit: Majlis Lobby Lounge Reservations (sevenrooms.com)
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