Armani Hotel Dubai offers a world of culinary choices

Armani Hotel Dubai offers a world of culinary choices

• Eight restaurant choices for guests and visitors – from Italian to Indian and Japanese to Mediterranean

Dubai, UAE; April 27, 2010: The world’s first Armani Hotel in Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building by Emaar Properties in Dubai, offers guests and visitors a wide choice of culinary options that reflect the cosmopolitan nature of the city.

A stellar feature of the F&B choices at Armani Hotel Dubai is the impressive views they offer of Downtown Dubai and the city. The hotel, a collaboration of Giorgio Armani S.p.A and Emaar, opened today (April 27, 2010), and occupies floors concourse to eight, and levels 38 & 39 of Burj Khalifa.

Like the rest of the hotel, the restaurants have also been personally designed by Giorgio Armani. All the outlets are by reservation only and offer a mix of modern and traditional food concepts.

Mr Marc Dardenne, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Hotels & Resorts, said: “The eight restaurants in Armani Hotel Dubai offer refreshingly different experiences for visitors. There are three distinctive features for all the outlets; one is the design elegance that reflect the aesthetics of Giorgio Armani; two, the spectacular views offered of The Dubai Fountain, Downtown Dubai and the city; and three, the service and quality standards set by our professionals.”

ARMANI/Lounge
Overlooking the spectacular Dubai Fountain set in the lake, ARMANI/Lounge is the main gathering place within Armani Hotel Dubai offering light meals throughout the day. It is the perfect place to meet friends, discuss business or just watch the world go by while enjoying innovative interpretations of international cuisines. Extensive selections of coffees, teas and wines complement a stellar variety of beverages. ARMANI/Lounge is an exceptional place to enjoy an Italian style Apertivo experience with friends at sunset. Open from 8am to 2am; located on the first floor.

ARMANI/Peck
For more than 125 years, Milan’s prestigious Peck Deli has been delighting gourmets and gourmands. Armani Hotel Dubai captures the experience at ARMANI/Peck. The restaurant offers delicious but prompt service for those on the go. A wide range of fresh pastas and other products are prepared before your eyes at the Tavola Fredda and Tavola Calda – cold and hot counters. Signature ARMANI/Peck dishes are also ready-prepared and available for easy take out, perfect for your picnic in the desert or cruise on a Gulf yacht. Open from 11am to 11pm; located on the ground floor.

ARMANI/Mediterraneo
Begin the day with an elaborate and creative continental breakfast buffet featuring a unique à la carte menu. Throughout the day, the elegant yet casual ARMANI/Mediterraneo is open for lunch and dinner and offers a broad spectrum of popular and classic creations using the freshest regional Mediterranean cuisine prepared before you by skilled chefs. Enjoy comfort food in the best traditions of the Mediterranean farmer and fisherman. Open for breakfast from 7am to 11am; lunch from 12noon to 3.30pm; and dinner from 6.30pm to 11.30pm; located on the first floor.

ARMANI/Ristorante
ARMANI/Ristorante draws on the rich gastronomic traditions of Tuscany and other Italian regions to provide classic and authentic culinary delights. The dishes are a mix of traditional recipes and modern interpretations that take advantage of fresh Mediterranean produce served in an elegant ambience with expert and attentive service. The extensive beverage list, available by the glass or the bottle, features Italian and international fine beverages enchantingly displayed in an Enoteca. Open for lunch from 12noon to 3pm; and dinner from 7pm to 11pm; located on the first floor.

ARMANI/Amal
ARMANI/Amal features fresh and innovative regional Indian cuisine, an extensive beverage list and selected teas. Exotic curries and other specialties are prepared before you, based on time-honoured traditional cooking methods and ingredients. There is also a selection of signature tapas at the champagne bar located by the entrance. Enjoy stunning views over the Burj neighbourhood and The Dubai Fountain, especially from the terrace. Gather with friends to savour the true taste of India in an unforgettable setting. Open for dinner from Saturday to Wednesday from 7pm to 12am; and Thursday & Friday from 7pm to 1am; located on the third floor.

ARMANI/Hashi
The ARMANI/Hashi Japanese restaurant and lounge delivers imaginative twists to traditional and modern Japanese cuisine. The freshest fish, flown in daily from across the globe, are complemented by a selection of specialty beverages. While enjoying your sushi, sashimi and other authentic Japanese fare, enjoy panoramic terrace views of the iconic Dubai Fountain that help turn the dining experience into a delight for all the senses. Enjoy the best of Japan in a vibrant and fun setting. Open for dinner from 6pm to 11.30pm; located on the ground floor.

ARMANI/Privé
Milan’s exclusive ARMANI/Privé lounge comes to the city at Armani Hotel Dubai. This VIP lounge hosts the most exciting nights in Dubai. Meet and dance into the early hours to the vibrant beats of the resident DJ as well as visiting and international guest DJs. ARMANI/Privé is Dubai’s after-hours destination for new and old friends to meet for fast-paced fun. Open from 9pm to 3am; located on the first floor.