On The Table - 12th July

With one of the best food scenes, we're spoilt for choice with weekly launches and openings. 'On The Table' is our weekly round up of the best food and beverage news and things happening out and about in the UAE.

Here's our top picks this week:

• Family Style Menu at Eauzone

Eauzone, a long time favourite of ours at One&Only Royal Mirage, has launched a new Summer Family Style Menu, designed to bring loved ones together for modern Asian cuisine in a serene setting. Nestled gracefully between the Arabian Court's reflective water features, a turquoise swimming pool, and breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf. The menu is served every day except Wednesdays (throughout summer) from 12:30 pm - 10:30 pm at AED 250 per person.

For reservations: https://www.sevenrooms.com/reservations/eauzonerestaurant

• La Patrona Opens New Location in Abu Dhabi

One of the favourite names in authentic Mexican cuisine, La Patrona, is opening its newest location in Abu Dhabi. La Patrona brings a true "taqueria" experience to the UAE, offering a menu rich with traditional dishes like Birria, Barbacoa, and Chicken Pastor. Each dish is crafted using authentic Mexican spices and handmade tortillas, ensuring an authentic taste that transports diners straight to the streets of Mexico. La Patrona's new location is now open, welcoming guests daily from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM at Abu Dhabi City Center, Al Najda Street.

For reservations and inquiries: Call 800 TACOS or visit www.lapatronauae.com.

• New Menu Dishes at Maiden Shanghai

Palm favourite and Gault&Millau-recognized, Chinese hotspot Maiden Shanghai in Dubai’s iconic FIVE Palm Jumeirah, is spicing up its menu. New vibrant new dishes inspired by Cantonese, Sichuan, Shanghai, and Beijing flavours are being added to keep it fresh for guests.

Start with crispy Sesame Prawn Toast, Signature Crab Meat and Prawn Cigar or a selection of steaming hot Dim Sum, followed by scrumptious mains like BBQ Chicken, inspired by Qing Dynasty banquets, sizzling A5 Japanese Wagyu Rib Eye with mixed chili, celery, garlic, ginger, and black pepper sauce, or savour tender Crispy Beef Cubes. Hong Kong Style Stir-Fried He Fun with flat rice noodles, Angus beef, and veggies is a must try as is the luxurious Kung Pao Lobster. Maiden Shanghai’s Spanish Turbot cooked in Chinese style offers a delicious twist, while spicy Chili Chickenand legendary Kung Pao Chicken promise a flavourful kick. Don’t miss the iconic Peking Duck, a celebrated Beijing dish with over 400 years of history. A new Vegetarian Peking Duck option, marinated with hoisin sauce and served with leeks, pickled cherry tomatoes, and plum sauce, is perfect for vegetarians.

For reservations: Call 04 455 9989, Email fpjd.dining@fivehotelsandresorts.com or WhatsApp +97144559999.

• New Tapas Menu and Free Docking at TagoMago for Summer

Tagomago, the restaurant, bar, and beach hangout known for capturing the essence of the Balearics, has announced the come back of the Tapas Menu, along with the introduction of free docking services for boat this summer. Available during July & August, this promises an authentic taste of Spain, offering guests a unique opportunity to savor a variety of traditional and contemporary tapas dishes. Priced at AED 150 per person, this exclusive offer includes a choice of two refreshing drinks and is available from 12pm till 6pm, Monday through Friday.

Tagomago is also excited to offer free self-docking services based on availability. Guests can park their boats and either order their favourite dishes for takeaway or step ashore to enjoy their dining experience at Tagomago.

For reservations: +971 4 832 6620 / book@tagomago.com

• Novikov Café Unveils Exquisite New Business Lunch Menu

The Mediterranean brasserie Novikov Café, known as one of Dubai’s, launches a new Business Lunch menu. Located at Fashion Avenue in Dubai Mall, close to Dubai's business hub, Novikov Café provides the perfect setting for meetings and professional gatherings. Between Monday to Friday from 12pm to 4pm, guests can choose from a two-course, three-course, or four-course menu with prices starting from AED 135. Starters include the hearty Borsch Soup, crispy Calamari, and the classic Chicken Caesar Salad. For the main course, diners can savour the succulent Grilled Chicken with roasted Potatoes, the fresh Grilled Salmon paired with yuzu yogurt, or the tender Veal Scallopina in lemon sauce. Pasta lovers will delight in Fusilli Pasta with a rich tomato sauce, Macaroni Pasta with duck ragu and peas, or the creamy Mushroom Risotto.

For reservations: Call +971566863144 or visit https://www.novikov-cafe.com/

• Unlimited Sliders and a Shisha at Mahi Cafe for Only AED 59

Mahi Cafe, the trendy Indian shisha and global tapas lounge located in Al Nahda Dubai, is offering  unlimited sliders and a single flavour of shisha for just AED 59, making it the perfect way to unwind with friends and family. The sliders are available in two mouth-watering flavours—Butter Chicken and Tarachand Paneer. But that's not all as Mahi Cafe is renowned for its eclectic menu, featuring tantalising dishes such as Sour Dough Nachos, Mushroom Bakhlawa, Himachali Maggi, and Guntur Chilli Chicken.

For reservations: 0569311300

• Tropical Fun Feast and More at Sumo Sushi & Bento

Sumo Sushi & Bento has a brilliant new monthly offer - the Tropical Fun Feast. Available at all Sumo Sushi & Bento outlets, these special menu items are perfect for the summer season, promising to tantalize taste buds with refreshing and flavourful dishes. First on the menu is the Tofu Teriyaki, featuring crispy tofu tossed in a wholesome sticky teriyaki sauce, topped with sesame seeds and furikake vegetables. This dish is available for just AED 26. Next, indulge in the Gyoiko Roll, a delectable combination of fresh salmon, cream cheese, and spring onion, topped with seared avocado, mayo, and tobiko. Priced at AED 58, this roll promises an exquisite dining experience.

To complement these dishes, Sumo Sushi & Bento offers the Watermelon Mint drink, a refreshing blend of watermelon and mint, zesty lemon juice, a hint of lime, sweetened with sugar syrup, and fizzed up with soda over ice cubes.

For reservations: Visit https://sumosushibento.com, download the Sumo Sushi App or call 800-7866(SUMO).