Toast & Taste! JA Oasis Beach Tower Launches New Middle Eastern Cuisine Menu

Author John Thomas
To toast the August reopening of modern Middle Eastern restaurant Phoenicia at JA Oasis Beach Tower Dubai, menus by award-winning consulting chef, Greg Malouf have been expertly paired with a handcrafted selection of Arabesque cocktails in a Dubai-first exploration of modern mixology and mezze.
The new menu is designed as a Toast and Taste discovery of cocktails and cuisine, with both food and beverage showcasing the famous flavours of Arabia, from zaater to rose to pomegranate and sumac. For just AED 299 per couple, the affordable pairing-tasting menu includes two starters, two main courses and a sharing dessert, with two beverages per course from the inspiring new cocktail menu.

Epicurious diners will enjoy an intoxicating blend of fragrance and flavour with a set menu offering mezze such as Malouf’s signature Silky Hummus, expertly paired with a crisp and fruity Hibiscus Spritz; an addictive mix of tequila, hibiscus tea, ginger and Arabian honey. The rich and heady Mahanie Sausages are paired with the Domingo cocktail, an award-winning bespoke creation with a rum base, pomegranate molasses, dry apple cider, vanilla and sweet vermouth. Refreshing floral cocktail Oh My L! is a blend of lemon oleo, orange blossom, lychee and sparkling wine and is the perfect complement to Local Yellow Tail Carpaccio – slices of Hamachi marinated in a mix of Syrian spices with eggplant and pine nuts. Main courses of Organic Seabass Sayadeeya, Malouf’s Battenjan – an ultra Instagrammable eggplant parcel and moreish Lamb Kifta and Mushroon on Coals, are paired with a variety of acclaimed Lebanese wines, while Malouf’s signature dessert, the Flower Petal Pavlova is paired with Tin Tin, meaning Fig– a digestif of brandy, sweet wine, sherry and Arabian citrus and fig.

The bar area of Phoenicia is now brought to life with regular DJ’s and world class mixologist Leslie Kuzmenko whose award-winning creations have secured her reputation as one of Dubai’s best female mixologists. A new bar menu at Phoenicia introduces unforgettable bar snacks such as Malouf’s Fatima Fingers stuffed with porcini mushroom and mozzarella cheese and his famed Hazelnut Falafel. The à la carte menu also features new dishes such as the Lebanese style Bouillabaisse of seafood, herb toum sauce and vegetables simmering in a crab broth and Skewered Local Salmon with feta spinach and preserved lemon cream.

SAHTEIN! Toast & Taste
What: New Middle Eastern Cuisine Menu Paired with Arabesque Cocktails
Where: Phoenicia Dubai, JA Oasis Beach Tower, JBR
When: 6pm-11pm daily (Reservation recommended and children welcome)
Price: AED 299 per couple, pairing-tasting menu includes two starters, two main courses and a sharing dessert, with two beverages per course from the inspiring new cocktail menu
*Shisha is also available in the new Crazy Mask Lounge, also located in JA Oasis Beach Tower, JBR The Walk.
 
Phoenicia - JA Oasis Beach Tower Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato

Comments

Post a Comment

Most Read Blogs

Miss Wang – Bur Dubai’s Little Secret

Author John Thomas
Image
Dubai is known to have many hidden hotspots and Miss Wang is one of them. A few blocks away from the computer complexes – Al Khaleej and Al Ain Centre, tucked away on the Al Fahidi Street is the 4 Star Majestic Hotel Tower . Located just a stone throws distance away from the Al Fahidi Metro station on the confluence of the old and new Dubai, Majestic hotel is a favorite not just among business travelers, but with the locals who reside in the vicinity, as well. The Ambiance Housed on the 1 st level of this award-winning hotel, Miss Wang is a Restobar and hangout tavern like no other. From the very name – its easy to sense the verve, youthfulness as well as the 'orientality' of the place. This becomes even more evident as one walks in to the facility. Industrial style Filament bulb lighting and Brick-finished walls give the interior a character, warmth and texture while exuding a very Asian downtown hipster vibe.  This vibe can be further seen in the menu which has t
Read more

A Bong Affair at Dil Se Desi, Bur Dubai

Author John Thomas
Image
Bengal is home to one of the most diverse and unique cuisines in the whole of India and no two Bengali dishes are alike. Having lived in the UAE for past thirteen years, I have had the good fortune to enjoy some varied international cuisines however, however there has been a big lacunae in the Bengali culinary space with very few restaurants specialised in Bengali fare. There are hardly any restaurants here in Dubai that cater to this segment. I thank my good friend and blogger Subashree for introducing me to Dil Se Desi. This restaurant is an answer the long felt need for more north indian and bengali cuisine restaurants in this space.  The restaurant is run by a passionate couple who left their jobs to follow their dream of starting a restaurant that offered very true-to-roots simple and sincere fare that could be enjoyed by all. I visited Dil Se Desi last week - a very humble and unassuming restaurant offering some very refreshing north eastern tastes. I enjoyed s
Read more

Gursha Dubai : Serving Gourmet Ethiopian Food With A Cultural Twist

Author John Thomas
Image
Enjoy a truly cultural experience in one of Dubai’s most progressive neighborhoods at Gursha Ethiopian Restaurant Ethiopian cuisine has been gaining a whole new level of popularity globally off late and this is with good reason. The usage of highly nutritious native vegetables, spices and meat make Ethiopian cuisine one of the most unique and delicious cuisines in the world.  What's more, the Ethiopian national staple food - the Injera, is made of highly nutritious and gluten-free  teff  grain. This grain indigenous to the Ethiopian region, is known to contain a very high proportion of fiber — more than any other grain on Earth. It is also a complete source of protein, iron and calcium. These healthy properties coupled with the variety in culinary choices make Ethiopian food one of world's more favored food choices. Sadly, if there’s one cuisine in Dubai that most people haven’t tried, it’s probably Ethiopian. With only a handful restaurants serving traditional Et
Read more

Zou Zou at La Mer, Dubai

Author John Thomas
Image
After my recent visit to Gunaydin – which in my opinion is the best Turkish restaurant in Dubai, my expectations from any Turkish restaurants have risen to all time high. When I got invited from Zou Zou – the Turkish Lebanese restaurant at La Mer, I was all in for it, to try and compare. I visited Zou Zou last week with a very dear friend who is also a big foodie like me and a lover of all things Turkish. So needless to say, we went there with lots of expectations and a hungry tummy of course. I must mention that Zou Zou didn’t disappoint. First off I have to remark about the service. It was pleasant, warm and quick. I was met by Latif Kural the friendly operations manager who has played a role in the setting up several reputed Turkish restaurants in the Dubai.  He is a fine guy with a very pleasant disposition who ensured we felt 'at home'. Latif assigned a waiter de table for us and made sure to drop in every now and then to check on us and see if we were enjoyi
Read more

Jazz @ Pizza Express, Dubai Relaunches in Style

Author John Thomas
Image
Dubai’s most favorite pizzeria Jazz @ Pizza express has relaunched with a stunning new interior design and jazzy personality. In conjunction with this relaunch, a grand party was thrown last night to dignitaries from media and other special guests. Jazz@Pizza Express has been a sought-after destination for its delicious fare, live music, decadent cocktails & bubblies and awe-inspiring service. With the new facelift, this JLT restaurant is touted to be the hottest pizzerias in Dubai for dining and wining. Known globally for the great design of their restaurants, Pizza Express commissioned the award-wining British interior designer & consultant Sharon Jutla for the refurbishment. Listed on Interior design & Architecture magazine's top 50, Sharon's portfolio includes high-end projects like Moscow Terminal 3 Airport, Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi Sports City, PWC head office in London, Noor al Ain shopping centre in Abu Dhabi, and the Edgbaston Cricket Stadium.
Read more