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The special event, in partnership with the acclaimed Mexican restaurant, runs throughout May.

The Anam Mui Ne, an Indochine-era inspired resort in Vietnam’s popular beach town Mui Ne, has opened a quaint new bar that pays homage to the intimate Saigon bars of yesteryear. The 1.2 hectare resort, which is the Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) portfolio’s only Vietnamese property, this month unveiled the new watering hole, aptly dubbed Saigon Bar, on some of the resort’s most inspiring ground overlooking Mui Ne beach. Adjacent to the resort’s 266sqm saltwater infinity swimming pool and immaculate lawn, Saigon Bar is situated at the other end of the beach to Lang Viet Restaurant & Bar, bookending the resort’s best view over the waterfront. Softly lit with caged lanterns and candles, the bar is fashioned from hardwood sourced from sustainably cultivated forests in Vietnam’s Nam Dinh province and bedecked with customized encaustic tiles, evoking an atmosphere of old-world elegance. Fronted by a grey cobble-stone terrace with a handful of outdoor wooden bar tables flanked by rattan stools, Saigon Bar’s interior is home to cozy rattan chairs clustered in semi-circles and a bar featuring woodwork that took craftspeople months to complete. Greenery cascades down the bar’s exterior from wooden plant boxes fastened to a balcony above. The bar’s shelves are lined with all sorts of boutique spirits from Vietnam and around the world, such as Ho Chi Minh City-based Lady Trieu’s craft gins including ‘Dalat Flowerbomb’, ‘Mekong Delta Dry’, ‘Hoi An Spice Road’ and ‘Sapa Citrus Tea’. Saigon Bar’s extensive drinks menu includes an array of spirits, beers, wines, signature cocktails, large cocktails shared between four people and “choose your own” mojitos, daiquiris, and margaritas. Surprises including ‘The Anam Penicillin’, comprising Whisky Glenmorangie 10, whisky Famous Grouse, whisky Laphroaig 10, chamomile infused Quinta do Noval 10 Tawny Port, clarified lemon juice, honey and ginger syrup, and ‘Smokey Frangipani Blossom’ made up of Frangipani infused Haku vodka, Ricard, apple juice, celery juice, clarified lemon juice and maple syrup. Vietnamese coffee, milk shakes, loose green and black leaf teas, freshly squeezed juices, home-made iced teas, and kombucha with all sorts of health benefits concocted on the resort’s grounds are also on offer. In addition to ‘smoothie bowls’ packed with different fruits, the bar also serves tapas including the likes of a cheese and charcuterie platter, a grilled prawn salad, beef satay skewers, and salted and spicy crispy pork skin. The selection of desserts ranges from ice-cream and sorbet to chocolate raspberry cheesecake and bubble tea panna cotta. “Our Saigon Bar may be new but when you set foot inside, you feel like you’re stepping back in time, to a charming bar in bygone Saigon’s labyrinthine alleyways, where the atmosphere is almost as palpable and the unique beverages and tapas we’ve concocted,” said the resort’s manager Ye Chang Sheng (Peter). Photo credits: The Anam Mui Ne

Anne-Sophie Pic, the world’s most decorated female Michelin-starred chef, this spring hosts a special culinary event at La Dame de Pic London at Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square in collaboration with legendary caviar house Petrossian. For one-night only on May 4, 2023, Anne-Sophie and her Brigade de Cuisine led by Head Chef Evens Lopez will take guests on a gastronomic journey that unites La Dame de Pic’s distinctive French culinary flair with the sophisticated flavours of Petrossian caviar. Guests will enjoy a six-course menu paired with an assortment of fine caviar including Daurenki Tsar Impérial Caviar, Ossetra Impérial Caviar and Baika Impérial Caviar, complementing several of the celebrated chef’s signature dishes including White Asparagus and Seabass Caviar. Seabass Caviar is an iconic family recipe, first created by her father Jacques Pic in 1971 and passed down to Anne-Sophie, who reimagined the dish with sake, lie de sake and rose. White Asparagus is a modern signature, marinated with stilchelton, and featuring cured Iberica Pork Belly as well as blackcurrant and elderflower sabayon. To complement the dynamic menu, a spectacular and diverse beverage pairing will be available featuring iconic labels such as Krug Vintage, Jean-Louis Chave, Chateau d'Yquem and more. This unique collaboration arose as a result of Anne-Sophie’s lifelong passion for using caviar as an ingredient in her cooking, inspired by her father’s use of the exquisite product in his Seabass Caviar dish, as well as her great admiration for Petrossian as a celebrated French Maison. Across the world, Petrossian is renowned by connoisseurs and professionals alike who trust the historic expertise of the family and share their passion for caviar and fine foods. 

Jumeirah Group have announced the opening of Zuma Capri at Capri Palace Jumeirah of Blue Island in Italy.

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort celebrates the newest addition to the resort’s acclaimed Guest Chef Series.

Paramount Hotel Dubai Presents ‘Fly me to the moon’ - an array of offerings during the Holy month This Ramadan, ‘fly to the moon’ with Paramount Hotel Dubai, where old Hollywood meets the spirit of Ramadan. Experience dazzling offers to commemorate the Holy Month, from international buffets to Suhoor in the city of angels to magical iftars with star-struck live performances. Paramount Hotel Dubai invites you to celebrate the month in a movie set worthy environment. Script your experience with the following offers and this Ramadan will be one to remember!A FLAVORFUL IFTAR AT THE STAGE RESTAURANTJust like the name suggests, this restaurant offers a plethora of performances. With live cooking stations and an interactive kitchen concept where Chefs can be seen firing up the grill, baking fresh bread, and putting their gastronomical skills to the test. Break your fast in a family-friendly setting and a deliciously authentic Iftar buffet for just AED195 per person in the colossal Stage restaurant.Venue: The Stage Restaurant, Paramount Hotel DubaiDate: 23 March – end of Ramadan, sunsetPrices: AED195 per personReservation Details: Call or WhatsApp +971 55 180 7559 | or email:restaurants@paramounthotelsdubai.com SPEND YOUR SUHOOR STARING AT THE STARS, AT MALIBU DECKEnjoy an array of Middle Eastern and International specialties and beverages, including traditional Ramadan favorites, as well as a delightful variety of sweets and desserts produced by Paramount's kitchen masters. Suhoor will be presented at the Malibu Deck, Hollywood inspired resort style pool, with special deals and packages on delicious bites, traditional treats, extensive Shisha menu, a Californian-inspired food truck and live BBQ stations.Venue: Malibu Deck, Paramount Hotel DubaiDate: 23 March – end of Ramadan, sunsetPrices: a-la carte menu is available.Reservation Details: Call or WhatsApp +971 55 180 7559 | or email: restaurants@paramounthotelsdubai.com THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE PARAMOUNT’S SCREENING ROOM TO SPEND YOUR SUHOORAt Paramount’s Screening Room, a remarkable Suhoor experience awaits where you will find yourself gazing at scenic surroundings and watching your favourite movie stars on the big screen. If you’re looking for a more intimate Suhoor experience, Paramount Screening room is your spot! Your meal will be complimented with a movie, sporting event, home video, or anything that you wish to watch. Reserve the entire Screening Room for you and your guestswith a Cinema screen and state of the art surround sound, starting at AED2500.Venue: Screening Room, Paramount Hotel DubaiDate: 23 March – end of Ramadan, sunsetPrices: Starting AED2500Reservation Details: Call or WhatsApp +971 55 180 7559 | or email:restaurants@paramounthotelsdubai.com FEEL LIKE A MOVIE STAR THIS RAMADAN WITHIN PARAMOUNT HOTEL DUBAI’S ROOMS & SUITESFeel like a Star and immerse yourself in a full Paramount experience with an offer you can't refuse! Old Hollywood meets the spirit of Ramadan, for a one to remember! Exclusively during the Holy month of Ramadan, Paramount Hotel Dubai welcomes families, friends and loved ones to gather and enjoy a memorable stay from just AED550 per night.Venue: Paramount Hotel Dubai Rooms & suitesDate: 23 March – end of RamadanPrices: From AED550 for 2 people per nightReservation Details: +971 4 246 6666 | or email restaurants@paramounthotelsdubai.com Paramount Hotel Midtown Presents: “Reach for the Stars” - A Starring Line-Up of Dishes During The Holy Month of Ramadan 2023 This Ramadan, Reach for the Stars at Paramount Hotel Midtown and experience a delicious marriage of traditional Ramadan meals and old Hollywood glam for the ultimate foodie match made in heaven. CineScope Restaurant offers a unique light and airy atmosphere for an Iftar buffet, making it the perfect place to share good times with friends and family. While Malibu Sky Lounge offers the perfect backdrop of a late-night Suhoor experience with views of the glistening Dubai skyline. A TRADITIONALLY DELICOUS IFTAR AT CINESCOPE RESTAURANTCineScope Restaurant offers real Californian freshness and relaxed vibes in a light, airy atmosphere. Spend time with your loved ones over a delicious Iftar buffet, promising an array of eclectic dishes to impress every taste, making it the perfect place to share good times and great food with friends and family.Venue: CineScope Restaurant, Paramount Hotel MidtownDate: 23 rd March - end of Ramadan, Sunset - till 9pmPrices: AED185 per person - Iftar buffet including Ramadan juices, soft drinks, water, coffee and tea. AED75 per child - Iftar buffet including Ramadan juices, soft drinks, water, coffee and tea.Reservation Details: Call & WhatsApp: +971 58 826 5729 |FBadmin.midtown@paramounthotelsdubai.com A STARRY SUHOOR AT MALIBU SKY LOUNGE Those who are looking for a memorable Suhoor experience with the most breathtaking view in town, will be able to Reach for the Stars at Malibu Sky Lounge. Perched on the 64th floor of the Paramount Hotel Midtown, a Hollywood inspired chic pool lounge offers classic Ramadan dishes served with the Malibu twist including traditional sharing Cold Mezzeh Platters, Grilled Halloumi Salad, Classic Soups. The Stars for the Feast will include the Vine Wrapped Seabass, Harissa Baby Chicken and Classic Moroccan Tagine followed by a range of authentic Arabic desserts with an old glam touch, accompanied with Live Oud performance, which is a truly magical and sacred experience that transports you to a world of beauty, appreciation and serenity every day from 9pm till 12am.Venue: Malibu Sky Lounge & Bar, Paramount Hotel MidtownDate: 23rd March - end of Ramadan, 9pm till 3amPrices: À la Carte Suhour menu starting from AED45Reservation Details: Call & WhatsApp: +971 58 826 5729 |FBadmin.midtown@paramounthotelsdubai.com About Paramount Hotel Dubai  The stage is set, and the red carpet is rolled out to revel in elegance and indulgence at the Paramount Hotel Dubai, in true Hollywood style. Conceptualized and created by the creatives, for the creatives, the hotel has 823 rooms and themed suites, all influenced by the studio’s talent for sophisticated design and creative entertainment. The many dining concepts cater to every taste, in the spirit of California’s eclectic cuisine and cool dining scene. Our supporting cast awaits you: come and be a star.  Location: Paramount Hotel Dubai,   Business Bay, Dubai, UAE  Phone Number:  +971 4 246 6641   Email: resturants@paramounthotelsdubai.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paramounthoteldubai/   For Reservations: www.paramounthotelsdubai.com or +971 4 246 6777.  For more information, please contact:  House of Comms: ParamountHotelDubai@houseofcomms.com     About Paramount Hotel Midtown:Bringing Hollywood to you. California Dreamin’ at its best. Step into the sun and the spotlight at Paramount Hotel Midtown. With feel-good vibes, mid-century styling, awe-inspiring views and fresh culinary concepts, this hotel is where the Hollywood-chic go to ‘see and be seen’. Curated for the young-at-heart who love to be at the centre of it all, Paramount Midtown is perfectly positioned in Business Bay Dubai, just a stone’s throw from Sheikh Zayed Road, Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall.Location: Paramount Hotel Midtown, Al Mustaqbal Street, Dubai, UAEPhone Number: +971 4248 3333For bookings: Call & WhatsApp us: +971 58 826 5729 |FBadmin.midtown@paramounthotelsdubai.comEmail: contact@paramounthotelsdubai.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/paramountmidtownhotel/Website: https://www.paramounthotelsdubai.com/midtownFor more information, please contact:House of Comms: ParamountMidtown@houseofcomms.com

David Gallienne, the head chef and owner of Le Jardin des Plumes, a one-Michelin-star restaurant in France’s Normandy region, will host two exclusive dinners at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi on Nov. 17-18. In the first of these special meals, diners will experience a premium set menu spotlighting French gastronomy paired with Bollinger champagne on Nov. 17. This intimate Michelin-caliber meal will be available for 20 persons and served in the lovely glasshouse venue of L’Orangerie. The next night, on Nov. 18, Chef Gallienne will serve an exclusive “Le Jardin des Plumes Michelin dinner” in the newly refurbished Le Beaulieu at Metropole Hanoi. The winner of the popular reality TV show Top Chef France in 2020, Gallienne was born and raised in Le Mans, and has more than 15 years’ experience working in the kitchens of several Michelin-starred restaurants in Normandy, from Alençon to Rouen and Bagnols-de-L’orne. In early 2020, he became the owner of the hotel and gourmet restaurant Le Jardin des Plumes, where he has served many prestigious guests including French President Emmanuel Macron and a former Japanese prime minister. In love with his native region, Gallienne delights diners’ taste buds by proposing a cuisine inspired by the Normandy region, which he revisits with surprising flavors while also raising awareness about the wonders of nature, the natural rhythm of the seasons, and the work of local producers and artisan suppliers. Le Beaulieu, the award-winning modern French fine dining restaurant at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, and its refined al fresco extension La Terrasse recently celebrated their reopening following an extensive seven-month refurbishment. With an elegant and sophisticated new design, alongside renowned French gastronomy and a wide selection of wines, the signature restaurant at Metropole Hanoi ties together the hotel’s 120-year-old storied past with a contemporary new look that manages to meld the opulent, the classical and the modern in a single scheme that’s long on white, gold and heathery blue-grays.

Taj Resort & Convention Centre, Goa recently opened its doors to Goa’s all-new premium seafood destination - C2C (Coast to Coast). The opulent dining is located against the backdrop of the magnificent Arabian Sea showcasing a plethora of signature coastal flavours. Inspired by the tales and travels from across the oceans, the menu highlights pescatarian favourites from around the world including the southern coast of India.The tastefully designed space is inspired by the sea with elements and hues of the coast primarily in soothing tones of grey and azure. The seating is divided in three – the indoor lounge, the al fresco located against the backdrop ofthe sea and the private dining which floats atop an independent water body. Open only for dinner, C2C is the ideal spot for a sundowner or an evening soirée. The menu is curated by Chef Edridge Vaz and his team of skilled professionals to bring forth the best of seafood from across the globe. Speaking about the coastal fare, Chef Vaz expresses, “We are truly excited to create a one of a kindseafood experience that has not been witnessed before. Using a contemporary approach, the menu is simplistic and uncomplicated but scores high on flavour. Goa being located on the Konkan coast of India contributes to the menuwith select favourites from the state. C2C is a dining experience re-imagined with the signature service of Taj, seeped in elegance and grandeur. The menu flaunts of selections from the western, eastern and Indian shoreline. The Chef’s signature preparations include Tuna Tataki, served on a Himalayan salt slab; Chatka King Crab in spicy chilli-coriander butter glazing; BakedSeabass Filo, baked seabass fillet in filo pastry; Spiced Salmon Steak, Norwegian salmon spiced and served with hollandaise sauce; Lobster Thermidor, served in light mustard cream sauce glazed and Crab Xec Xec, traditional Goan crab preparation in coconut and spice gravy. In addition to seafood, the menu also offers the choice of succulent meat preparations and vegetarian delicacies.   At C2C, one can enjoy an evening by the sea, with a dining experience that transports you to the different coasts around the world. Set sail on a gastronomic journey of coastal cuisine with a refined twist.

The renowned international restaurant concept is walking into the Maldives with the world’s first floating Zuma outlet. Located in the tropical paradise of the award-winning Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, it will offer its guests upscale bespoke service and unforgettable experiences, complementing the high hospitality standards of the luxury brand. Founded in London in 2002, the globally acclaimed Zuma is inspired by the traditional Japanese izakaya and is now present in seventeen locations worldwide. Zuma Maldives will showcase the beauty of its stunning location, using natural materials and locally inspired design elements in its interior concept.  Zuma Maldives will serve its famous specialties, including sliced seabass with yuzu, roasted lobsters, shiso ponzu butter, and spicy beef tenderloin. The dedicated lounge area will offer signature beverages with breathtaking sunset views over the island and the surrounding turquoise waters. The well-awaited restaurant is set to open within several months and is already creating excitement in the market, promising unforgettable dining. Apart from experiencing the unique Zuma Maldives, guests of the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi will also enjoy a variety of available activities, whether it be relaxing in one of ten luxurious spa treatment villas, exploring the ocean’s incredible underwater world, or the island’s dazzling white-sand beaches. The resort welcomes its guests at 119 Beach, Reef, and Overwater villas, all with private pools, along with an ultimate escape and unparalleled levels of privacy and personalized service of Ithaafushi - the largest private island in the Maldives. Photo credits Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts