This January, The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort is celebrating new beginnings and the excitement that comes with the new year by launching a whole range of exceptional luxury dining and pampering journeys. Embracing the new Saturday to Sunday weekend and the blissful cooler weather, the elegant destination is proud to introduce the reimagined Saturday Nikkei Brunch at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi, sumptuous themed feasts at Olea, sundowners by the resort’s lapping waves and more delightful moments.
Nikkei Brunch at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi *New timing*
Providing an elevated weekend gathering full of superb flavours and unforgettable memories, the much-loved The Nikkei Brunch highlights the magical tastes of Japanese and Peruvian cooking, with a curated menu boasting over 20 sumptuous and artistic dishes. Now, in celebration of the UAE’s new weekly routine, the distinguished brunch is delighted to announce that it will now take place every Saturday from 7pm to 10pm.
Served out on the wide-open terrace, located just steps from the pristine white sands of the resort’s private beach, or inside in the chic and warm indoors of the restaurant, the culinary journey can be enjoyed as an electric evening event. Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi’s skilful resident DJ enhances the mood with a melodic mix of deep house beats, providing the perfect soundtrack for an evening of socialising, before gradually building up the alluring tunes to instil a livelier vibe.
The rich and varied world of Nikkei food fuses authentic Peruvian ingredients with Japanese cooking techniques, and 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 bites like authentic beef aged gyoza and prawn tempura, and aromatic palate pleasers including beef robatayaki and black pepper chicken.
Providing an eclectic and multi-sensory mid-weekend wind down, The Nikkei Brunch can be savoured every Saturday from 7pm to 10pm. Packages start from AED 325 for food and selected non-alcoholic beverages, and AED 450 for food and selected house beverages.
For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8888.
Yuuhi Sundowners at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi *New timing*
With the winter weather at its most cool and pleasant, Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi is inviting friends, couples, colleagues and socialites to honour the daily setting of the sun with a picturesque mixed beverage or two.
Boasting one of the most stunning locations in the UAE capital, and home to a wide comfortable terrace located right next to Saadiyat Island’s glorious coastline, there is truly nowhere better in the city to witness the most magical time of day and the UAE’s glorious orange sunset.
Famed across the world for its theatrical and delicious concoctions, the returning Yuuhi Sundowners event offers a selection of bespoke mixed refreshments for just AED 35 per beverage.
Available between 5pm and 7pm from Sunday to Friday, the elegant venue’s resident saxophonist, Milan, will set the right mood for the weekend with his atmospheric and uplifting tunes every Friday.
For more information or to book a table, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8888.
Revamped opening hours at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi *New*
The capital’s most stylish and atmospheric hotspot has started the new year by adjusting its opening hours to fit smoothly with the UAE’s rescheduled weekend and working week.
Buddha-Bar Beach Abi Dhabi is now welcoming guests from Monday to Thursday between 5pm and 12am, Friday and Sunday between 12pm and 12am and Saturday from 12pm to 12am including 12pm to 5pm for lunch, 5pm to 7pm for beverage service and 7pm to 10pm for The Nikkei Brunch.
For more information or to book a table, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8888.
Grills, Tagines & More at Olea *New timing*
The much-admired Grills & Tagines nights at Olea restaurant, is presenting another series of lavish international feasts throughout the month of January.
Taking place every Friday and Saturday evening, the sumptuous buffet features a whole array of exquisite options from across the globe, with a particular focus on succulent grills (served from an interactive live station), perfectly spiced Moroccan tagines, Arabic specialties, and top-quality carved meats.
Set within the elegant restaurant and offering all children under six the chance to dine complimentary, Grills, Tagines & More contains dishes to satisfy all ages. Starting with the appetisers, the vast cold buffet contains pates, terrines, antipasti, nutritious salads, cold mezze and iced seafood like tuna ceviche and marinated mackerel.
Meanwhile, the spread of mains contains countless different types of meats and seafood all available grilled to order, international dishes like paella and biryani, tagines featuring chicken, beef, lamb and tangy fish, and a live station serving shrimp charmoula. Further tastes include a live pasta station, rotisserie duck, baked whole red snapper and many more magnificent creations from across the globe.
Saving room for the signature burnt cheesecake dessert with mixed berries is also essential, while the awe-inspiring sweets spread contains every kind of tempting treat imaginable. This includes fresh grilled fruits with ice cream, favourites such as tiramisu and chocolate brownies, plus showstopping home baked cakes in flavours as varied as red velvet and banana caramel.
Grills, Tagines & More is available every Friday and Saturday throughout January from 7pm to 11pm, with packages available for AED 220 per person and AED 110 for children aged six to 12, while meals for children below the age of 6 years are complimentary. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8888.
Bespoke Togetherness at Iridium Spa *New timing*
Encouraging couples to reconnect and feel closer to one another throughout 2022, the Bespoke Togetherness treatment at Iridium Spa is a bonding experience that loved ones will never forget.
The rare and refined journey starts with a full consultation from one of the fully qualified therapists. This essential step is used to define any individual needs and particular areas that need to be focused on, before the fully holistic treatment begins.
The pampering processes that follow are then designed to align and balance each couple’s energy flow, relaxing both the mind and body leaving and creating a peaceful sense of total wellbeing.
Incorporating an invigorating full-body massage and further expert techniques, prices for the Bespoke Togetherness experience start from AED 900 per couple for 60 minutes, or AED 1,200 per couple for 90 minutes. This fabulous treat for the senses is available to redeem daily until January 31, between 11am and 11pm Monday to Thursday and 10am to 11pm, Friday to Sunday.
To book, please contact Iridium Spa at: Iridium.Saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8996.
