GO GRAND OR GO HOME!

THE ST.REGIS DOHA Grand Brunch is an elevation for the senses and we admonish you all to treat yourself this 2019 to the finest of sensory delights that Doha has to offer on a Friday. You can thank us later.

St Regis is the epitome of chic and understated elegance. It exudes sophistication and an aura of grandeur. The hotel’s reputation is one of unrivalled service and an ambience which is beyond all expectation. Vine plays host to the Grand Friday Brunch. Although ‘Grand’ doesn’t quite cover it. Behemoth, vast, magnificent… the list goes on.

This particular brunch is an expedition in culinary terms. The stations span almost 2,500 square metres and the 16 food stations which are scattered throughout the venue are brimming with offerings from some of the best restaurants in Doha. Raw Bar, Opal and Mediterranean, all by Gordon Ramsay, are not to be missed and add a sense of real luxury to the brunch. Fear not though, as you are provided with a map that helps you seek out every decadent morsel.

Raw Bar specialises in the freshest and most simplistic way to deliver seafood. Oysters, Sushi and Salmon Gravadlax headline on their impressive menu. Produce reigns king at Raw Bar and staff maximise flavours without straying too far from its raw state . The chefs allow the produce to shine rather than sauces or spices stealing the limelight. It seemed that the quality of the brunch station was transposed directly from the restaurant itself without compromising quality or quantity.

In addition the likes of ‘Mediterranean’ add depth to the choices with hand stretched pizzas , gnocchi and fresh pasta. The opportunity both to showcase the stand out dishes of the restaurants and for diners to have their appetites whetted for more is the beauty of this approach towards this particular brunch.

The famous Beef Wellington with delectably crisp casing and Biryani garnished with cashew nuts delicately spiced with Saffron and rose water represent diametrically opposed styles and types of cuisine, yet, are brought together here seamlessly. Large steamers filled with Duck pancakes and Foie Gras topped Melba Toasts more than hold their own. This is what really struck me here. Nothing disappoints, everything dazzles. Sides are arranged to suggest to diners what might complement each dish although many seem more like an addition to the main act as opposed to being a supporting act, on account that they are so well executed and constructed.

Six stations are devoted to libation and nectar of the finest quality. Roughly translated as the drinks selection is unsurpassed by any other brunch I have visited. The live band played throughout and created a truly electric vibe with tracks from Michael Jackson being just one highlight. The high end nature of the stations should not dissuade families from heading to the St Regis as children have a designated station which is part of the ‘Kids Zone ’, where you will find that entertainment has been provided by the hotel team - smiles all round!

There was absolutely no way that I could desert dessert. Tiny coloured macaroons, slices of mousse and light, airy sponges and strawberry tarts are portioned in a way that diners can graze. Sliced figs and whole, glazed cheesecakes entice you to indulge just a little more.

From small appetisers and amuse bouche through to hearty mains and the bounties of the ocean the stations cater to every palate and occasion. The Grand Brunch will not fail to impress or satisfy and will help you to decide upon which dining experiences offered at St Regis require further exploration. Hopefully you will leave feeling that this is the beginning of new dining journeys rather than the end of one.