6 must-try home restaurant experiences from Dubai’s top dining destinations
We’re talking restaurant experiences in the comfort of your home, and we don’t mean deliveries…
Bagatelle Dubai:
The unique and immersive ‘Bagatelle At Home’ dining experience brings French fine dining to your abode, along with all the Joie de Vivre of Bagatelle. Witness your kitchen come to life as Head Chef Ricardo Gonçalves and his talented team of culinary maestros whip up one of three menus, including a six-course meal and a degustation menu. The four-hour experience is complemented by the restaurant’s signature dishes, such as caviar, foie gras, lobster linguini and pizza à la truffle noire. The experience also includes all the classic Bagatelle elements for a memorable occasion, from table service to vibrant music and mixology. Live entertainment will also be on the menu when COVID-19 restrictions permit. Prices available upon request.
GO: Email reservation@bistrotbagatelledubai.com or call (0)4 354 5035 for bookings and more information.
Bella Restaurant and Lounge
One of Dubai’s newest Italian restaurants, Bella Restaurant and Lounge offers guests the chance to dine in the luxury of their own homes with delicious Italian food cooked by Chef Alessandro Miceli. There are several eight-course set menus available for lavish home restaurant experiences, with prices starting from AED 495 per person. Expect traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist such as burrata “barlotti,” salmone marinato, Tortelli, and (of course) tiramisu. Guests who have enjoyed the Bella home experience in the past include royalty and VIPs, who have requested special set menus featuring their favourite Italian dishes. Now you can do the same.
GO: Visit www.belladxb.com or call (0)4 873 3377 for bookings and more information.
Indochine
The ‘Indochez Moi’ experience combines the comforts of your home with the haute cuisine and attentive service of the Fact Award-winning, Indochine. Available seven days a week, for lunch and dinner, ‘Indochez Moi’ creates a bespoke, three-hour soiree for a maximum of ten guests. Offering a family-style sharing menu, including signature Indochine dishes such as Vietnamese ravioli, Hanoi crispy chicken, caramel black cod, crispy eggplant, Koji aged entrecote and everybody’s favourite, Banana Beignets. Indochez Moi includes everything you need for a memorable home restaurant experience, from the tablecloths to the cutlery, glassware, soundtrack and even personalised menus. A 72-hour notice period before the event is mandatory. AED 600 per person (the minimum spend for an event is AED 5,000).
GO: Email reservations@indochinedxb.com or call (0)4 208 9333 for bookings and more information.
Maiz Tacos
Popular JLT spot Maiz Tacos offers The Home Brunch private chef experience for those who want to relax and socialise in the comfort of their own homes. Choose from signature dishes, such as the creamy kale chipotle salad, Mexican corn, quesadillas or the signature Maiz Tacos stuffed with Carne Asada or Pollo Asado. The Maiz Tacos Private Chef will arrive at your home an hour before brunch, to prepare and serve using your BBQ (if you have one) and your kitchen. There’s no need to do the washing up as Maiz Tacos will also provide its signature recycled branded boxes to use for serving. Prices from AED 349 per person.
GO: Call (0)4 514 4712 for bookings and more information.
Miss Lily’s
For something a little more casual but no less fun, Miss Lily’s brings you a taste of Jamaica wherever you are. Now you’ll have to get a little messy for this one as you are the chef! Miss Lily’s ‘Jamaica In A Box’ is a three-course meal that can serve up to four people. The Jerk Chicken Meal Kit includes their world-famous jerk chicken, cucumber escovitch, jerk corn, rice and peas, and coconut cake. The box also includes Chef Richie’s homemade Scotch Bonnet and Pickapeppa sauces and a basting brush. There’s even a simple to follow video tutorial, alongside a Spotify playlist to instil you with those Caribbean island vibes. The Miss Lily’s ‘Jamaica In A Box’ is priced at AED 385.
GO: Follow @misslilysdxb on Instagram for bookings and more information.
Roberto’s Dubai
Since the onset of COVID-19, the team at Roberto’s Dubai have been diversifying how they offer their food, with Roberto’s at Home boxes and even the option of a unique dining experience aboard your own Yacht. As far as home restaurant experiences go, Roberto’s Catering will prepare and serve signature dishes in your home, including a chef, bartender and waiting staff. Roberto’s Catering offers 23 dishes, meticulously selected by Executive Chef Francisco, including Fettuccine Roberto’s, Tortelli at Tartufo and Branzino. From light Antipasti appetisers to formal sit-down meals, there’s something to suit every palate. Prices available upon request.
GO: Email athome@robertos.ae or call (0)50 514 355 for bookings and more information.
