Luxury Dining Destinations - December 2022

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Dining Destinations

Zahli

Sydney - AUSTRALIA

Bringing Lebanese authenticity to Sydney, Australia, Zahli Restaurant is named after one of Lebanon’s most iconic regions – Zahlé.

It is the area where wine and poetry flow in equal measure, evenings are enjoyed by the river banks, and the fresh breeze complements the serene atmosphere.

Zahli brings this experience to life by radiating a modern take on age-old Middle Eastern dishes. Using tradition as the foundation, the Executive Chef has created an exemplary menu based on his own interpretation of contemporary and flavoursome dishes.

The most commendable asset is that the cuisine truly caters to any preference and dietary requirement. From signature stews that are in hours of preparation, to finger foods that are enjoyed over mezza, Zahli is for anyone and everyone who has an appreciation for Middle Eastern cuisine.

The restaurant has grown to become Australia’s Best Lebanese Restaurant, having acquired a number of awards for excellence and recognition in global publications. Zahli Restaurant provides the most exqui site fine dining experience, without losing its true cultural heritage and hospitality. Zahli is committed to make each moment, a memory.

The Chinese National

Swissôtel Jakarta PIK Avenue, Jakarta - INDONESIA

Located on the 7th floor of Swissotel Jakarta PIK Avenue in the North of Jakarta, the Chinese National is a modern Cantonese cuisine restaurant presenting a truly one-of-a-kind experience into the undiscovered world of Cantonese fare, in a trendy setting. This Cantonese concept showcases a variety of Cantonese dishes with selected Cantonese cuisine methods and fresh ingredients.

Reflecting the menu’s sleek presentation, is the restaurant’s equally polished interior design. Featuring four dining venues, The Chinese National is altogether a social space with a modern incarnation of the traditional Chinese tea house and bar, Letterpress speakeasy bar.

The restaurant’s design lends itself to the authenticity, bringing elements of the four inventions of China into the décor and the overall concept, The Chinese National combines contemporary lines with tasteful touches of Chinese heritage.

Some signature menu items that can be found on the menu include Roasted Duck, Wok-fried Scallop with Black Truffle Sauce, Hong Kong Noodles and Ham and Braised Abalone Siew Mai. The Chinese Na tional is helmed by the master Executive Chinese Chef, Kong Fook Sin and his four resident Specialty chefs.

The Cliff Bar & Grill

Samui - THAILAND

The Cliff Bar and Grill has been in business since 2004, and is proud to always source the highest quality products. Being it food or beverage, in turn striving to give their customers a great dining experience whilst in their care.

With numerous accolades, such as being recognised as Thailand’s Best Restaurant 9 times since 2005 by Thailand Tatler, as well as awards from Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards and Wine Spectator. Be sure to visit and discover why at the Cliff.

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YUIMOM Group. SS Bar. Spring

Kaohsiung - TAIWAN

Four different types in a restaurant of Yuimom residence ‘’Spring germinates Summer ∙ Autumn crystal izes Winter’’– A banquet of brightness and delightful moments. Feast your taste buds with the innovation inspired from the rhythm of four seasons:

SS Bar. Spring – The bar blooming microcosm in the muse of Spring. Experience the technological fantasy of the cosmic scene in Spring’s starry twilight. Combining a cocktail bar, wine bar and whisky bar. A multi-functional box will fulfil the needs of individual privacy.

SS Bar provides new dining options for gourmets from all over the world and constructs the blueprint of the key essentials in life – food, health, joy. The design of S.S.A.W demonstrates an interplay of the chang ing of four seasons, also interpreting the vitality of YUIMOM group.

The Ukai Taipei

Taipei City - TAIWAN

Collaborating with Japan’s UKAI Group exclusively, the venue The Ukai Taipei is located on the 46th floor of Nanshan Breeze Plaza, a fashionable landmark in Taipei.

Facing Xiangshan, with a wide-field vision of natural scenery, it is as if one is sitting in an urban Arcadia. Designed by Yasumichi Morita, a well-known Japanese interior design master, to create a modern and fashionable space with Japanese aesthetics for The Ukai Taipei, in the Kappou area – the bright space just like the sun in the Milky Way illuminates every planet. When you enter the Teppanyaki area, you will be greeted by the mysterious colors of the black series, and will also describe the fleeting gorgeous meteors as beautiful eternal memories making people feel as though they are floating in the universe.

Combining “Ukai-tei”, the widely acclaimed teppanyaki, with the brand “kappou ukai” that has intro duced Japanese cuisine to the world, “The Ukai” is created, the extension from the existing brand based on the prototype of Tokyo’s Roppongi store. In the novel and modern dining space, delicious and delicate dishes are presented, with moments of happiness and joy passed to every guest and visitor!

Café Calma

Limassol - CYPRUS

Café Calma is owned and operated by Carob Mill Restaurants, member of the Lanitis Group of companies. This café, bar and restaurant is the ideal location for a memorable culinary experience in a relaxing and welcoming environment where guests can enjoy the tranquillity of the Marina’s view.

An all-day venue located at Limassol Marina’s Square, just steps away from the sea, with a large variety of options to choose from, of flavourful dishes, a selection of wines, extraordinary cocktails and beautifully presented desserts.

Open 7 days a week, it’s the ideal destination for breakfast, lunch and dinner where you can relax and enjoy the selection of Mediterranean cuisine carefully prepared by the Chefs. At Café Calma there is ev erything you might require to reach a plateau of luxuriant quietude.

Kelari Gourmet Restaurant

As the sun sets, the light’s path and its reflections on the restaurant’s exterior spaces set an idyllic setting. Begin your evening with refreshing spirits. Savor a fiesta of Gourmet creative interpretations of timeless traditional Greek recipes directly from the Executive Chef’s hands.

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa, Crete - GREECE

Kalamata

Rixos Premium Bodrum - TURKEY

Kalamata is located at Rixos Premium Bodrum.

The finest ingredients unite with delicious seafood from the Mediterranean and Aegean Sea for your taste enjoyment.

In this fine dining restaurant, your beachfront table is waiting for you to feast with a never to be forgotten seafood experience.

Delfina Cantina Portuguesa

AlmaLusa Baixa/Chiado, Lisbon - PORTUGAL

The laid-back Delfina Cantina Portuguesa is set on one of the most beautiful Lisbon squares, Praça do Município, on the ground floor of AlmaLusa Baixa/Chiado, a quaint 28-room and suite boutique hotel.

Delfina restaurant – which name was inspired by the “fine deli” expression and the Portuguese given name Delfina – is best known for the traditional Portuguese cuisine. But the curated selection of local wines, the polished yet casual vibe, the home-style fare, the cozy outdoor dining area, and the staff’s gen uine care complete the package.

Local and out-of-towners alike flock there for the famed Portuguese dishes, prepared with the freshest local produce. The à la Carte menu includes cod à Brás (a delicious concoction of scrambled eggs, salt cod strips, onion, and crispy potatoes), roasted octopus and Portuguese beef tenderloin steak.

L’ETOILE

Pullman Kinshasa Grand Hotel, Kinshasa - CONGO

Pullman Kinshasa Grand Hotel is located in the heart of the world’s largest French-speaking city. Enjoy dinner on the Congo River or visit the many local markets to soak up the fabulous Congolese culture.

L’Etoile is one of three restaurants in Pullman Kinshasa Grand Hotel and serves Japanese Cuisine.

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