The Qaryat Times December 2017 - Festive Season

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Shangri-La & Traders Hotels, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

Festive Season 2017

Ho Ho Ho! With the cold December breeze blowing in, the skies turning into a beautiful shade of blue and the Festive Season being just around the corner, we are absolutely excited and delighted to spend the time with you! Starting with our special Tree Lighting Ceremony to our new year’s celebrations, we have several exciting activities planned out just for you and we cannot wait to share it! But before flipping the page on 2017, we would like to wish all our guests and friends a prosperous and blessed year ahead, and thank you for choosing to spend this joyful time of the year with our family at the Shangri-La Hotel and Traders Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi.

Jingle Bells! What a bright time, it is the right time to rock the night away‌at Shangri-La Hotel and Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi! Get into the festive spirit with us as we mark the start of the season with a very special Festive Tree Lighting Ceremony accompanied by traditional, cheerful carols that will fill your hearts with joy. Guests can also enjoy mulled grapes, eggnog, cookies and juices during the ceremony! Special Festive goodies and hampers will also be available for purchase, so make sure to join us and spread the joy! Event Festive Tree Lighting Ceremony Date December 6th, 2017 Location The Lobby Lounge Time 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm at Shangri-La Hotel, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

Khor Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi, P.O. Box 128881, United Arab Emirates


Shangri-La & Traders Hotels, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

Festive Season 2017

Get Involved! From cosy Christmas dinners and brunch, to exciting New Year's Eve celebrations, we are bringing you flavours from all around the world at our award-winning restaurants to commemorate the jolly season! Take a look at our ultimate festive dining guide - catering to every mood!

Mix and Mingle in the Jingling Feast at Sofra!

Christmas Delight with a Pan-Asian twist!

Indulge in a traditional Christmas meal featuring your favourite festive delicacies such as a roast turkey along with a wide variety of delicious, mouth-watering desserts set in the midst of an authentic dining souq-style restaurant.

As we sing jolly tunes of the joyful season, Hoi An prepares for us another delightful surprise with fresh, traditional ingredients and a spectacular four-course set menu! Enjoy the exquisite flavours of Vietnam cooked with innovative culinary techniques and presentations for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinner.

You can also enjoy the delicious buffet on our outdoor terrace at the Pool Bar! Don’t miss out on the ultimate Christmas buffet at the award-wining Sofra and book today! Event Christmas Eve Dinner, Christmas Day Brunch, Christmas Day Dinner Date December 24th - 25th, 2017 Location Sofra BLD (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time Dinner 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm, Brunch 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Price Starting from AED 275*

Bord Eau - Vive le vent! There is no better way to wish each other “Joyeux Noël!” than with a deliciously crafted five-course menu at the capital’s "Favourite French Restaurant"! With Bord Eau’s all-new dining concept, you can enjoy a unique approach to cooking by which exceptional ingredients and traditional recipes are presented with a contemporary twist! Looking for something more traditional with a French twist? Indulge in our special four-course Duck Menu! Book your spot today for the perfect Christmas celebrations! Event Christmas Eve Dinner, Christmas Day Dinner Date December 24th - 25th, 2017 Location Bord Eau (Level 3), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time 6:30 pm - 11:30 pm Price Starting from AED 390*

Afya Beachside Barbeque - Christmas Edition! Take the festivities outside with our delicious, aromatic, mouth-watering beachside barbeque for a Christmas Eve Dinner or a Christmas Day Brunch at Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi! Get into the festive spirit and book today! Event Christmas Eve BBQ, Christmas Day BBQ Date December 24th - 25th, 2017 Location Afya (Ground Floor), Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time Dinner BBQ 6:30 pm - 11:30 pm, Lunch BBQ 12:00 - 3:30 pm Price Dinner starting from AED 238*

*Price is subject to 10% service charge, 6% tourism fee and 4% municipality fee.

Event Christmas Eve Dinner, Christmas Day Dinner Date December 24th - 25th, 2017 Location Hoi An (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time 6:30 pm - 11:30 pm Price Starting from AED 318*

All I want for Christmas is…Shang Palace! Experience authentic Cantonese cuisine in our traditionally decorated, award-winning restaurant with a specially crafted five-course dinner set menu on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day! Continue the joyful celebrations with our delicious Christmas Day Dim Sum that will leave you wanting more and more! Event Christmas Eve Dinner, Christmas Day Dim Sum, Christmas Day Dinner Date December 24th - 25th, 2017 Location Shang Palace (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time Dinner 6:30 pm - 11:30 pm, Christmas Day Dim Sum 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Price Dinner starting from AED 355*, Dim Sum starting from AED 245*

2017 Awards As we bid farewell to 2017, we look back at our incredible award-winning year! Sofra BLD, Favourite Family Friendly Friday Brunch, FACT Dining Awards Abu Dhabi 2017 Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, #35 of the Top 50 Hotels In The World, The Condé Nast Traveler 2017 Readers’ Choice Awards Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, #2 Top Hotel In The Middle East, The Condé Nast Traveler 2017 Readers’ Choice Awards Sofra BLD, Favourite International Restaurant, What’s On Abu Dhabi Awards 2017 Bord Eau, Favourite French Restaurant, What’s On Abu Dhabi Awards 2017 Shang Palace, Favourite Chinese Restaurant, What’s On Abu Dhabi Awards 2017

Khor Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi, P.O. Box 128881, United Arab Emirates


Shangri-La & Traders Hotels, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

Festive Season 2017

New Year's Eve Guide From DJ performances and live band to exciting acrobatic and LED performances, Shangri-La Hotel and Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi have you covered this New Year's Eve! What’s more exciting? Discover an array of special dining options at our incredible “Cirque Du Soleil” inspired evening, or a fascinating laid-back beachside barbeque featuring a spectacular fireworks display at the stroke of midnight to celebrate the beginning of 2018! Farewell 2017! Join us for a delicious international buffet serving incredible flavours from all around the world at the one and only Sofra bld! The New Year's Eve buffet at Sofra will bring you a night to remember as you witness the incredible entertainment and mind-blowing shows, including a special band performance, hair rising chair acrobats, a mesmerizing hula-hoop show and so much more right from our outdoor terrace! You can also pamper your palate with an enticing seven-course set menu at our award winning Asian restaurants Hoi An or Shang Palace. Event A Night in Abu Dhabi NYE Buffet Date December 31st, 2017 Location Sofra BLD (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time 7:00 pm till late Price Starting from AED 725*

Event New Year’s Eve Set Menu Dinner Date December 31st, 2017 Location Hoi An, Shang Palace (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time 7:00 pm till late Price Starting from AED 395*

New Year’s Beach Barbeque!

ESS Lounge

Unbeatable beachside vibes to start your year in high gear! Imagine this: You’re a few moments away from welcoming 2018 with the cool winter breeze brushing through your hair, and your toes are tingling in the soft golden sands on our shore while having our famously delicious barbeque, listening to nifty beats, and being absolutely captivated by our special LED performances and flamingo dancers. As the clock strikes 12 your eyes light up as fireworks shoot into the sky celebrating the beginning of a new year! That, ladies and gentlemen, is what you can expect as you celebrate NYE 2018 at Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri! That’s not all, you can also enjoy our beach brunch the next day! Stop imagining and book now! Event New Year’s Beach Barbeque Date December 31st, 2017 - January 1st, 2018 Location Afya (Ground Floor), Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time Dinner BBQ 7:00 pm till late, Lunch BBQ 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Price Dinner BBQ starting from AED 355*, Lunch BBQ starting from AED 288*

Already stuffed from Christmas yet want to join our New Year’s Eve celebrations? Book your spot at ESS Lounge today and enjoy a range of house beverages along with our “Cirque Du Soleil” inspired show, musical performances and much more under the starry night of Abu Dhabi! Event New Year’s Eve Lounge Date December 31st, 2017 Location ESS Lounge (Level 1), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time 10:00 pm till late Price Starting from AED 200*

A New Year’s celebration - the French way! Bonne Année! Start the year with a fascinating eight-course menu prepared by Chef Jimmy De Almeida for an unforgettable evening that will transport you down the streets of France right here at Bord Eau. Following a spectacular meal at Bord Eau, guests can continue the festivities with our exceptional New Years Eve entertainment. Event New Year’s Eve Set Menu Dinner Date December 31st, 2017 Location Bord Eau (Level 3), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time 7:00 pm till late Price AED 850* for eight-course Set Menu, AED 1295* with grape pairing

Lobby Lounge Start the year with “Style & Light Night in St. Moritz” at our Lobby Lounge featuring a delicious lobster, caviar, oysters, wagyu, special canapés and chocolates! You can enjoy all that along with a special view of performances and entertainment on terrace for a minimum spent of AED 1,500. Start your new year on an incredible note with your close friends and family at the Lobby Lounge January 1st, 2018 with a glamorous High Tea Buffet. Event Style & Light Night in St. Moritz Date December 31st, 2017 Location Lobby Lounge (Level 3), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time 7:00 pm till late Price Starting from AED 295* *Price is subject to 10% service charge, 6% tourism fee and 4% municipality fee. Additional 5% VAT starting January 1st, 2018.

Event High Tea Buffet Date January 1st, 2018 Location Lobby Lounge (Level 3), Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Time 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Price Starting from AED 115* Khor Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi, P.O. Box 128881, United Arab Emirates


Shangri-La & Traders Hotels, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

Festive Season 2017

The Empty Quarter Desert Ritual Duration: 90 minutes | Price: AED 840 Inspired by the healing powers of the desert, this beautiful desert ritual commences with a cooling, revitalizing Camel’s Milk & Zaatar foot soak and exfoliation, followed by a full-body traditional “kessa” dry brushing to increase circulation along with a Sahara date and vitamin D infused solar salts, from the Arabian Sea scrub to polish and restore the skin’s natural glow. The treatment which aims to refresh and rejuvenate the body using traditional Arabic ingredients; includes a refreshing ATAY Arabian Mint Tea Body Wash to cleanse the skin, followed by an ultra moisture binding application of Palm Date Body Mask, and a traditional Bedouin body wrap made with purified warmed sand from “The Rub’ al Khali”. The relaxing, nature-infused treatment is sealed with a luxurious saffron anti-aging body oil massage to complete this authentic and traditional journey.

Did You Know?! The Palm Date Body Mask uses dates from Ras Al Khaimah, which are known to be rich in fatty acids and trace minerals to nourish and repair the skin. The Rub' al Khali which means "Empty Quarter" and is the largest continuous sand desert in the world, encompassing most of the southern third of the Arabian Peninsula.

UAE National Day The UAE National Day, celebrated every year on December 2nd, marks the historical moment when the seven emirates came together to form one country. Celebrating the 46th year of this remarkable day, Abu Dhabi comes alive with amazing activities, fantastic firework shows, dazzling displays and heritage attractions, running across the Emirate. Bonus Point! Enjoy special traditional entertainment, offers and more in celebration of National Day with us over the long weekend! Call us on (02) 509 8555 or email us at restaurantreservations.slad@shangrila.com to find out more!

Know It All! December - The Story The countdown to 2018 has officially begun! As we wonder where the year has gone, we cannot help but prepare for new resolutions, new beginnings, and an exciting new year ahead! As we dive into the 12th and final month of the year and the first month of winter, we are thrilled to share with you some of our favourite facts about the month of December! The 12th month derives its name from the Latin word “decem”, meaning ten, as it was originally the tenth month of the year in the Roman calendar prior to the addition of January and February. Birthstone Turquoise Zodiac Sign Sagittarius, Capricorn December Flower Narcissus Special Occasions UAE National Day, Christmas, New Years Eve, International Hug Day!

*Price is subject to 10% service charge, 6% tourism fee and 4% municipality fee. Additional 5% VAT starting January 1st, 2018.

Khor Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi, P.O. Box 128881, United Arab Emirates


Shangri-La & Traders Hotels, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

Festive Season 2017

- Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Christmas Day Brunch Monday, December 25th, 2017

Christmas Eve Dinner Sunday, December 24th, 2017

Christmas Day Dinner Monday, December 25th, 2017

- Sofra Jingle Bell Buffet Dinner Soft beverages - AED 275* | House beverages - AED 335*

Santa Coming Home Brunch Soft beverages - AED 345* | House beverages - AED 405*

Snowflakes Buffet Dinner Soft beverages - AED 275* | House beverages - AED 335*

- Hoi An Christmas 4-course Set Menu Soft beverages - AED 318* | House beverages - AED 378*

Christmas 4-course Set Menu Soft beverages - AED 318* | House beverages - AED 378*

- Shang Palace Christmas 5-course Set Menu Soft beverages - AED 355* | House beverages - AED 415*

Christmas Gourmet Dim Sum Set Menu Soft beverages - AED 245* | House beverages - AED 305*

Christmas 5-course Set Menu Soft beverages - AED 355* | House beverages - AED 415*

- Bord Eau 4-course Duck Degustation Menu at AED 390* 5-course Festive Set Menu at AED 450* Additional grape pairing at AED 300*

4-course Duck Degustation Menu at AED 390* 5-course Festive Set Menu at AED 450* Additional grape pairing at AED 300*

- Lobby Lounge December 3rd - January 7th Mille Feuille and Éclair Afternoon Tea at AED 90* per person

New Year’s Day Monday, January 1st, 2018

New Year’s Eve Dinner Sunday, December 31st, 2017

Turkey To Go December 3rd, 2017 - January 7TH, 2018

- Sofra A Night in Abu Dhabi NYE Buffet Soft beverages - AED 725* | House beverages - AED 950*

From New York via Abu Dhabi to Tokyo Soft beverages - AED 345* | House beverages - AED 405*

- Hoi An 7-course Set Menu - AED 395*

- Shang Palace -

New Year’s Eve Early Bird Offer

A Night in Shanghai 7-course Set Menu - AED 395*

Enjoy a special price on New Year’s Eve packages by booking before December 14th, 2017.

- Bord Eau 8-course Set Menu at AED 850* Additional grape pairing at AED 445*

A Night in Abu Dhabi NYE Buffet Soft beverages - AED 525* | House beverages - AED 750*

- ESS Lounge House beverage package at AED 200* from 10:00 pm onwards

Roasted Butter Ball Turkey 9kg - 10kg (serves 10 - 12 people) at AED 750* 8kg - 9kg (serves 6 - 10 people) at AED 650* 4kg - 5kg (serves 4 - 8 persons) at AED 450*

- Children Policy -

- Lobby Lounge Style & Light a Night in St. Moritz Lobster, Caviar, Oysters, Wagyu, Chocolate, Canapés at AED 295* Table minimum spend at the terrace AED 1500*

High Tea Buffet 3 pm - 6 pm at AED 115* Additional glass of bubbly at AED 80*

6 - 12 year old - half price 5 year old and below - free of charge

- Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi Christmas Day Brunch Monday, December 25th, 2017

Christmas Eve Dinner Sunday, December 24th, 2017

Christmas Day Dinner Monday, December 25th, 2017

- Afya Beach BBQ (food only) - AED 116* Soft beverages - AED 154* | House beverages - AED 183*

Beach BBQ (food only) - AED 200* | Soft beverages - AED 238* | House beverages - AED 267*

- Beverage Packages -

New Year’s Day Monday, January 1st, 2018

New Year’s Eve Dinner Sunday, December 31st, 2017 - Afya Beach BBQ (food only) - AED 292 Soft beverages - AED 355* | House beverages - AED 417*

Beach Brunch Soft beverages - AED 288* | House beverages - AED 317*

Soft beverages package includes unlimited local water, selected juices and soft drinks Christmas and NYE ESS Lounge house beverages package includes soft beverages, selection of hops and house grape NYE house beverages package includes soft beverages, selection of hops, house grape and spirits

For bookings and information, please call (02) 509 8555 or email restaurantreservations.slad@shangrila.com. A la carte menu available upon request except for New Year's Eve packages.

*Price is subject to 10% service charge, 6% tourism fee and 4% municipality fee. Additional 5% VAT starting January 1st, 2018.

Khor Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi, P.O. Box 128881, United Arab Emirates


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