INTERCONTINENTAL HOTELS DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY OFFER DELIGHTFUL RAMADAN EXPERIENCES FEATURING AUTHENTIC RAMADAN FLAVORS AND INTERNATIONAL FAVORITES

16^th March 2022, Dubai, UAE – InterContinental Hotels at Dubai Festival City will feature a series of delightful experiences throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan. Guests will have the opportunity to indulge in Iftar and Suhoor offerings specially curated by world-class chefs in four distinct venues.

“We want our guests to embrace the true essence of the Holy Month of Ramadan by offering a variety of experiences designed to bring them closer to their families and friends. Guests and visitors will have a chance to indulge in an extensive selection of mouth-watering traditional and international cuisines by dining in or having them delivered to the comfort of their homes. Designed and curated by our top chefs, the Iftar and Suhoor menus offer extraordinary culinary delights. Similarly, our corporate Iftar and Suhoor packages will allow companies to celebrate the true spirit of Ramadan with colleagues and cherish special moments together,” said Rolando Manesco, Cluster Executive Chef InterContinental Hotels Dubai Festival City.

The Iftar and Suhoor delicacies have been curated by some of the best and most talented chefs including Chef Georges Rahme from Lebanon, who serves as a Cluster Executive Sous Chef, Chef Chadi Abou Fakher, the reputable Arabic Pastry Chef from Syria, and Chef Mahmoud Bayoumi from Egypt, who holds the position of Head Chef of Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City.

Iftar at Anise – Taste the world this Ramadan with vistas of Dubai Creek and the iconic IMAGINE show

InterContinental Dubai Festival City’s lavish Iftar at Anise, which is well-known and a favourite in Dubai, will feature the finest selection of authentic Arabian delicacies from Levantine and North Africa as well as international favourites with weekly culinary highlights. Eight interactive live cooking stations are offering Thai, Indian, Japanese, Levantine, and Arabic cuisine cooked à la minute with locally sourced ingredients putting high emphasis on organic produce. Guests will have a chance to tantalise taste buds with Ouzi, a braised whole lamb, authentic Saj bread by ‘Mama Jamal’ which goes back to 48 years of experience with bread making based on inherited traditional methods passed on to generations from mother and grandmother, the famous homemade Arabic pastries by Chef Chadi Abou Fakher, and Arabic flavoured ice cream to name just a few of the highlights. Iftar at Anise can be enjoyed on the stunning outdoor terrace with views across the Dubai Creek and being entertained by the iconic IMAGINE show, an ever-changing immersive laser, light, water multi-sensory extravaganza on Festival Bay at Dubai Festival City Mall every night after sunset.

Time: Iftar is offered from 6.30pm to 8:30pm, Shisha will be served after 7pm

Price:  AED 275 per person, AED 125 for kids aged 6-12 and kids under 6 years dine complimentary

Iftar at Karam Al Bahr – Enjoy a bountiful Iftar with your loved ones

Karam Al Bahr at InterContinental Dubai Festival City offers guests to indulge in an appetizing selection of Lebanese delicacies from a curated Iftar menu and enjoy the majestic waterfront views of the Dubai Creek.

Time: Iftar is offered from sunset to 9.00pm

Price:  AED 150 per person

Iftar at Zaytoun – Break your fast under the stars with astonishing views of the Dubai Skyline

Zaytoun at Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City will allow guests to share special moments this Ramadan with family and friends at the promenade deck overlooking the Dubai Creek. Guests can break fast under the stars with astonishing views of Dubai Skyline while savouring a sumptuous Iftar spread of authentic Arabian delicacies featuring Levantine favourites, and international flavours with weekly culinary highlights. A guests’ favourite is the live Mashawi station offering a sumptuous selection of freshly grilled meats and seafood prepared a la minute.

Time: Iftar is offered from 6.30 to 8.30pm, Shisha will be served after 7pm

Price:  AED 195 per person, AED 85 for kids aged 6-12 and kids under 6 years dine complimentary

Iftar at Sirocco– The ultimate spot for families

Sirocco at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Festival City, known for its Iftar especially for families, will help guests feel the true spirit of Ramadan with their lavish Iftar buffet. Adults and kids can embrace an abundance of delicacies with a selection of international dishes and authentic Arabian flavours featuring Levantine favourites.

Time: Iftar is offered from 6.30pm to 8.30pm

Price:  AED 125 per person, kids under 12 years dine complimentary

Suhoors at InterContinental Dubai Festival City Hotels

At InterContinental Dubai Festival City restaurantKaram Al Bahr guests can expect warm Mediterranean ambiance and front-row views of the city’s skyline while indulging in the taste of Lebanon with an extensive menu of authentic flavours and fresh catch from the sea.

Suhoor is offered à la carte from 9.00pm to midnight

Zaytoun at Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City will offer guests an incredible ambience with uninterrupted views of Dubai Creek and the city`s skyline. A wide selection of delicious cold and warm Mezzeh with homemade bread, delicacies from the grill such as lamb skewers and mixed seafood platters can be ordered á la carte. Guests will be amazed by the authentic Ramadan dessert station with homemade Baklawa, Kunafa, Umm Ali and much more, while listening to a traditional Oud player.

Suhoor is offered from 9.00pm to 2.00am

Iftar at home by InterContinental Dubai Festival City

InterContinental Dubai Festival City offers residents and visitors an Iftar experience to remember at the comfort of their home. An array of delicious Ramadan favourites such as Palestinian chicken mussakhan rolls, golden cheese sambousek with tahini sauce and the highlight being slow braised lamb shoulder with oriental rice, ouzi style as well as homemade breads and pastries will offer the perfect ending to a long day surrounded by loved ones.

Price: AED 550 per box, serves up to 6 people

Corporate Iftar and Suhoor at InterContinental Dubai Festival City – Grand and elegant settings

InterContinental Dubai Festival City offers a unique experience for corporate Iftar and Suhoor gatherings set in Al Ras and Al Baraha ballrooms with an exquisite spread of Arabic and International offerings to match the occasion. 

Al Ras Ballroom boasts a total space of 1,373 sq. m with the option of three flexible dividers. This elegant ballroom can accommodate 800 guests with round table setup. Situated on the first floor, the stunning pre-function area with floor to ceiling windows overlooks Dubai Creek, providing an escape from the busy city.

Al Baraha ballroom is an inspiring venue with a total space of 1,102 sq. m and can host up to 600 guests. Boasting floor to ceiling windows, its pre-function area is overlooking the spectacular waterfront promenade.

The in-house premier planning team, renowned partners and the signature concierge service will ensure personalized attention, leaving no detail overlooked. Corporate Iftar menus range from AED 175 to AED 245 per person for a party of 50 guests and above

For reservations, call +971 (0)4 701 11 27/28 or e-mail reservation.dfc@ihg.com. For more information, visit www.dubaifestivalcityhotels.com/ramadan .