As Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve approach, Abu Dhabi’s culinary scene is set to dazzle with an array of festive feasts, each offering a unique blend of flavors and experiences.
Ting Irie: A Jamaican Christmas and New Year’s Gala
This Christmas Eve, Ting Irie Abu Dhabi invites you to a festive Jamaican extravaganza. The holiday menu, priced at Dhs235, includes Jingle salad, Yardman Char’d Jerk chicken, and a spiced Carrot cake. For New Year’s Eve, Ting Irie ups the ante with a Caribbean-infused celebration featuring Jamaican patties and a four-layer chocolate cake, all for Dhs325.
Reservations: 02 886 7786 / www.tingirie.com
Ting Irie, Mamsha Al Saadiyat, Al Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
Café del Mar: A Moonlit New Year’s Eve
Café del Mar is hosting a Moonlight Dinner and Fireworks Show on New Year’s Eve. The evening promises live entertainment, double fireworks displays, and a gourmet menu including Wagyu beef skewers and Lobster risotto, with prices starting from 599 AED for the early bird offer.
- Gourmet Extravaganza (950 AED | Early Bird Offer: 850 AED)
- Opulent 3-course dinner (highlight dishes; Wagyu beef skewers, Lobster risotto, Golden Moon dessert)
- Free-flowing beverages
- Double fireworks at 9pm and midnight
- Fireworks Spectacular (699 AED | Early Bird Offer: 599 AED)
- Delight in the mesmerising fireworks show
- Free-flowing beverages from 11:30pm
- Double fireworks at 9pm and midnight
Reservations www.capitalmotion.com/events-CDM-Beach-NYE
Café del Mar Beach Club, Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar: Bohemian Rhapsody
The Siddharta Lounge by Buddha Bar offers a Boho-themed New Year’s Eve with panoramic marina views. Starting at 650 AED (early bird), guests can enjoy Braised beef short ribs and Spanish churros, alongside unlimited beverages.
- Boho Bliss (950 AED | Early Bird Offer: 899 AED)
- Exquisite 3-course set menu dinner (highlight dishes; Braised beef short ribs, Prawn Asian risotto, Spanish churros)
- Unlimited beverages from 8pm
- Double fireworks at 9pm and midnight
- Fireworks & Libations (750 AED | Early Bird Offer: 650 AED)
- Entry and unlimited beverages after 11:30pm
- Double fireworks at 9pm and midnight
Reservations www.capitalmotion.com/events-Sid-NYE
Siddharta Lounge by Buddha Bar, Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Zeera by Buddha-Bar: An Indian Extravaganza
Zeera by Buddha Bar welcomes the New Year with ‘Maharaja’s Night’, featuring Malai lobster and Mutton biryani. Priced at 599 AED for early birds, the evening includes bottomless beverages and fireworks.
- Maharaja’s Night (750 AED | Early Bird Offer: 599 AED)
- Lavish 3-course set feast (highlight dishes; Malai lobster, Mutton biryani, Gulab jamun)
- Bottomless beverages from 8pm
- Double fireworks at 9pm and midnight
- Late-Night Libations (499 AED)
- Entry and bottomless beverages after 11:30pm
- Double fireworks at 9pm and midnight
Reservations www.capitalmotion.com/events-ZeeraNYE2024
Zeera by Buddha-Bar, Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Bushra by Buddha-Bar: Middle Eastern Magic
Celebrate at Bushra by Buddha Bar with a Middle Eastern and North African-themed night. The ‘Opulent Oasis’ package includes Hot & cold mezze and Butchers meshawee, priced at 650 AED for early birds.
- Opulent Oasis (750 AED | Early Bird Offer: 650 AED)
– Meticulously curated 3-course dinner (highlight dishes; Hot & cold mezze, Butchers meshawee, Umm Ali)
– Unlimited beverages + Prosecco bottle for the countdown
- Midnight Elegance(Minimum spend of 499 AED)
– Unlimited beverages from 11:30pm
– Double fireworks at 9pm and midnight
Reservations www.capitalmotion.com/events-BushraNYE2024
Bushra by Buddha-Bar, Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Ornina Arabian Lounge: 1001 Night Celebration
Ornina Arabian Lounge’s 1001 Night New Year’s Eve offers Chicken tagine and Lamb ouzi in its 499 AED early bird package, complete with double fireworks.
- Arabian Nights (599 AED | Early Bird Offer: 499 AED)
- Curated 3-course dinner (highlight dishes; Chicken tagine, Lamb ouzi, Kunafa)
- Unlimited flow beverages
- Double fireworks at 9pm and midnight
2. Majestic Medina (Minimum spend of 499 AED)
- A la carte dining from 11:30pm
- Double fireworks at 9pm and midnight
Reservations www.capitalmotion.com/events-Ornina-NYE-2024
Ornina Arabian Lounge, Al Rahah, Al Bandar, Abu Dhabi
Ishtar: Marrakesh Night Revelry
Ishtar’s Marrakesh Night offers a 3-course dinner featuring Shish taouk and Ishtar mix grill for 499 AED (early bird), accompanied by double fireworks.
1. Marrakesh Feast (599 AED | Early Bird Offer: 499 AED)
- Curated 3-course dinner (highlight dishes; Shish taouk, Ishtar mix grill, Cold baklava)
- Free flow beverages
- Double fireworks at 9pm and midnight
2. Sundown Souk (Minimum spend of 499 AED)
- A la carte dining from 11:30pm
- Double fireworks at 9pm and midnight
Reservations www.capitalmotion.com/events-IshtarNYE2024
Ishtar, Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi
Each venue offers a unique experience to ring in the festivities, catering to a range of tastes and preferences. For reservations, visit their respective websites. Celebrate the season in style with Abu Dhabi’s finest culinary offerings!
