Fazaris At The Address Downtown Dubai Introduces Japanese Cuisine Nights

Spruce up Wednesday evenings at Fazaris, the restaurant offering cosmopolitan flavours at The Address Downtown Dubai, with its Japanese cuisine nights. The restaurant offers an array of delights including extensive selections of sushi, sashimi, Nigiri, and Oyster. Live cooking stations featuring tempura, Ramen, Okonomiyaki and desserts.

Head chef Kasajima Shigeru at Fazaris has developed a new eclectic menu that adds to the already available specialities such as maki rolls, udong noodles and miso eggplant. Evenings at Fazaris are set to be one of the city’s popular destinations with its captivating ambience and the option of dining al fresco.

Fazaris offers sweeping views of the city’s iconic developments such as Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, The Dubai Fountain, the world’s tallest performing fountain and The Old Town. The venue is great for mid-week celebrations or choose a cosy corner for a quite night out.

Packages for the evening range from AED 210 to AED 310. For bookings, contact telephone 04 436 8888 or email dine.downtowndubai@theaddress.com

The Address Downtown Dubai, at 63 storeys, pampers guests with seven food and beverage choices including the upbeat and sophisticated Chinese restaurant, Hukama. Those who like to socialize in trendy and stylish ambiences can select from the vibrant Latin-inspired Calabar lounge or the panoramic sky lounge, Neos, located on the 63rd floor. For a relaxing setting, the options include Risala, the inviting Lobby Lounge, the outdoor pool restaurant, Zeta and Saha Cafe, a lake-side coffee shop serving Arabic mezze and shisha.
 

Metin Mitchell Company, Ltd., a MENA-based Executive Search Firm, Launches to Address Upcoming GCC Executive Talent Shortage, Nationalization of Executive Roles

DUBAI, UAE, May 2, 2011/PRNewswire/ — One of the world’s most successful executive recruiters, Metin Mitchell, and UAE-based GCC strategic advisor, Dominique Liana Russo, have teamed up to launch Metin Mitchell & Company, an executive search and advisory firm based in the Dubai International Financial Center supported by a network that stretches across Asia, Europe, and North America.

Commenting on today’s launch and receiving the DIFC license to operate,Metin Mitchell, co-founder and Managing Partner, said, "Metin Mitchell & Company will not only be well-positioned to provide our clients with the best and most relevant talent, as I have been committed to doing in the region for 16 years, we fully intend to support the drive toward Nationalization of senior level positions across the GCC."

On this occasion, Saudi Arabia’s Kingdom Holding has offered a statement of support for the launch of Metin Mitchell & Company: "Kingdom Holding Company’s experience with Metin Mitchell through a strong relationship network and successful track record in the GCC Region, was instrumental in supporting KHC’s goals and objectives by attracting and retaining many of its executive talent pool and assisting in the Company’s Saudization Plan."

Metin Mitchell, previously Regional Managing Director of MENA for multinational executive search firm giant Korn/Ferry, has been active in the region since 1995, launched Korn/Ferry’s Middle East Practice in 1998, and led its physical expansion in the region, starting in 2004.

Company co-founder and Senior Partner, Dominique Liana Russo also maintains an affinity for the MENA region, having worked with it since her Wall Street tenure at Merrill Lynch 15 years ago and more recently with the GCC during her time at the M.I.T. Entrepreneurship Center.

Having initially relocated to the region from New York City with consulting firm Booz & Company to provide strategic advisory to GCC banks, investment companies, family conglomerates, and governments, Ms. Russo has fully committed herself to the region and is excited about the prospects of Metin Mitchell & Company from a strategic point of view:

"The transformational power of bringing dedicated, world-class executives to the region and teaming them with GCC Nationals to support the eventual Nationalization of senior level positions in the region is immense. As a strategic advisor to entities across the GCC, I understand the importance of this strategic initiative, upon which GDP diversification and the region’s future prosperity depend, and I am honored that our firm will be actively contributing to it on a daily basis."

Kevin Birkett, Head of Financial Services of the DIFC Authority, commented on the Metin Mitchell & Company launch, "DIFC has focused on developing a secure, transparent and efficient platform for business and financial institutions to tap into the region’s vast opportunities. A critical part of this platform is the accessibility to a network of world-class professional services providers, such as Metin Mitchell & Company, whom we welcome to our growing community."

To learn more about Metin Mitchell & Company or seek press commentary, please feel free to visit our website at http://www.metin-mitchell.com or contact us directly at +971-4-454-2130.

 

AGRA Middle East 2011 To Focus On Innovation To Address Escalating Food Demand

More of the Middle East’s agricultural investments are being directed towards innovative methods and technologies that can provide better and sustainable solutions to the region’s growing food demand. AGRA Middle East, the largest agribusiness trade event in the region, will focus on this need for alternative agricultural strategies during its latest edition running from March 29 to 31, 2011 at Halls 2 and 3 of the Dubai World Trade Centre – Dubai International Exhibition Centre.

Middle Eastern governments are showing a greater preference for new agricultural models that minimize water use, pesticide application, and environmental degradation. Although the region is hard-pressed to ease its 90 per cent dependence on foreign sources of food, it is also recognizing the importance of adopting holistic solutions to its food dilemma. AGRA Middle East 2011 will gather local, regional and international manufacturers, suppliers and exporters to display and discuss possible solutions to the region’s present and future food security and water resource challenges.

“Traditional agricultural concepts will not be able to keep up with the numerous food-related problems faced by the Middle East, which are caused by multiple factors such as a burgeoning population, limited agricultural resources, and restricted water supplies. Out-of-the-box approaches are needed to come up with more feasible and long-term solutions. AGRA Middle East is an important platform for unveiling and discussing equipment, services and expertise that can meet this need,” said Goutam Malhotra, Exhibition Manager, AGRA Middle East 2011.

AGRA Middle East 2011 will feature the latest advances in agriculture and irrigation, animal husbandry and poultry farming, fisheries and aquaculture, floriculture and horticulture and agricultural machinery. Over 4,000 regional buyers, dealers and distributors are expected to attend this year’s event.

IIR Middle East is organizing AGRA Middle East 2011, while the UAE Ministry of Environment and Water, Dubai Municipality and Dubai Flower Centre are the main supporters. Complete event details are available at http://www.agramiddleeast.com.
 

United Nations USG, Valerie Amos To Address Humanitarian Conference On 28th March In Dubai

Dubai – United Arab Emirates, March 13th 2011: The United Nations Under–Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Ms. Valerie Amos, has confirmed her participation in the eighth edition of Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD), which will be held from 28 to 30 March 2011, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai.

Ms. Amos has held several important positions such as the Leader of the House of Lords and the Secretary of State for International Development to name a few. She will deliver a keynote speech during the opening ceremony of DIHAD, which has the theme “New Technologies: How These Impact Humanitarian and Development Operations.”

“The humanitarian system has embraced technology,” Ms. Amos said. ”We use it to assist with contingency planning and to run our systems and processes. Improving the engagement between the humanitarian and technology communities can revolutionise the way we work. That is why DIHAD is so important–it is a special gathering where humanitarians can be creative and innovative.”

According to Ms. Amos, the year 2010 was unprecedented both for the number and scale of natural disasters, including the devastating Haiti earthquake and the Pakistan floods, as well as lesser-publicised disasters elsewhere. These were in addition to long-running complex emergencies such as Somalia and the Democratic Republic of Congo, which also demanded greater attention. Moreover global shocks including population growth, resource scarcity and volatile food and fuel prices tipped many of the poorest and most vulnerable people into crisis.

As a result, 11 billion dollars were required in 2010 to meet humanitarian needs on the ground. Thousands of organisations were involved, often working in highly insecure environments, and facing access challenges and increasing demands for improved accountability from a growing donor base.

“People in Haiti were pulled out of the rubble on the strength of geo-located text messages,” Ms. Amos said. “The mobile phone is ubiquitous, Twitter saves lives, crowd-sourcing develops real time maps, and SMS is being used as an early warning device. Facebook is connecting victims of disasters in ways never seen before; YouTube includes disaster risk reduction public education messages.”

Technology can assist humanitarian activists to improve accountability to populations in need. The DIHAD Conference will also discuss the impact of new technologies on coordination and information management and will also look into ways new technologies are assisting disaster prone countries with capacity building and preparedness. DIHAD will also reveal how -properly harnessed- new mobile communications tools can provide humanitarian agencies with much of the information that they require in order to directly target assistance in the most useful way and respond to the real needs of affected people.

 

Prominent Figures In Economic Development Set To Address Dubai Economic Outlook 2011 Seminar

Top government officials and leaders from key industry sectors will present their outlook on the economic prospects of Dubai and on the emirate’s dynamic interface with the global economy at the one-day ‘Dubai Economic Outlook 2011’ seminar organised by the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai on March 30, 2011.

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Economic Sector Committee, President of Dubai Civil Aviation and the Chairman and CEO of Emirates Group, will be the guest of honour at the seminar, which will be held at the Emirates Towers Hotel. His Excellency Ahmed Humaid Al Tayer, Governor, Dubai International Financial Centre, will deliver the keynote address.

“The seminar reinforces two key factors in the development of Dubai economy – informed decision-making both in the private and public sector, and public-private partnership. The objective is to shed light on the economic opportunities offered by Dubai currently and in the future, and to further mobilise public and private sector capabilities to make the best use of these opportunities,” said His Excellency Mr. Sami Al Qamzi, Director General, DED.

The seminar, which is organised as part of DED’s commitment to an effective and transparent dialogue within and between the public and private sectors, aims to provide strategic insights and first-hand information on the growth prospects in the emirate and to build positive pro-growth synergies between the public and private sectors.

The speakers will provide an overview of Dubai’s macroeconomic trends and expected growth as well their assessments of the prospects of key sectors such as logistics, retail, transport, real estate, trade, business services, tourism and finance.

The seminar sessions include "Macro Outlook 2011", “Dubai and the World", and “Sector Outlooks" before concluding with the speakers’ assessment of the “Key Drivers of Growth in 2011".

Their Excellencies Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, CEO, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority; Marwan Bin Ghalitha, Chief Executive Officer, Real Estate Regulatory Agency; Hamad Buamim, Director General, Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Dr Nasser Saidi, Chief Economist, Dubai International Financial Centre Authority; Adel Al Redha, Executive Vice President, Emirates Group; Abdelmohsin Ibrahim, CEO, Strategic and Corporate Governance Sector, Roads and Transport Authority; K.G.Udaya Indrarathna, Executive Director, Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, and Mohammad Lahouel, Chief Economist, DED will share their views on the outlook from a public sector perspective.

The sector leaders and analysts addressing the seminar include Dr Marios Maratheftis, Head of Research, Western Hemisphere, Standard Chartered; Dr Farouk Soussa, Chief Economist, Citibank; David Stevens, Partner, PWC; Iyad Malas, CEO, Majid Al Futaim Group; Gerald Lawless, Executive Chairman, Jumeirah Group; Rick Pudner, CEO, EmiratesNBD; Khaled Ahmed, Senior Vice President, Economic Zones World; Elain Jones, CEO, Asteco and Santosh Kumar, COO, RNA Resources Group.
 

The Address Hotels + Resorts Showcases The Finest Choices For Wedding Planning At The Third Annual Wedding Fair Hosted By The Address Dubai Mall

The Address Dubai Mall, the five star premium hotel adjoining The Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping and entertainment destination, is hosting the annual The Address Hotels + Resorts Wedding Fair, that offers the entire array of wedding planning options under one roof.

This two-day high-end fair, to be held on April 22 and 23, 2011, will feature the full portfolio of wedding related services from the city’s best. Helping to make the wedding day a special and phenomenal one, the fair will display complete solutions – from grand stage decoration to choice of elegant venues, food and beverage options, designer wedding gowns, accessories, cards and a lot more.

Mr. Marc Dardenne, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Hospitality Group, said: “The annual Wedding Fair has now become a much-awaited event for its unique one-window approach, whereby all the requirements for a memorable wedding day can be planned and arranged. This year, the fair is larger with a wider choice including spectacular venues, F&B options and event management support offered by The Address properties.”

To be held at the spacious Diamond Ballroom of the hotel, the third Wedding Fair will showcase stunning venue options available at the five prestigious properties of The Address Hotels + Resorts in Dubai that include; The Address Downtown Dubai, The Address Dubai Mall, The Address Dubai Marina, The Address Montgomerie Dubai and The Palace – The Old Town. In addition to this, the Dubai Marina Yacht Club and Dubai Polo & Equestrian, under Emaar Hospitality Group, will showcase their venue options.

The Ballroom will have a spectacular set-up with live music performances on the piano and harp. Leading stylists, make-up artists, fashion designers and accessory providers will take part in the fair, in addition to professional wedding photographers, videographers, and sound & light system providers. Emirates Holidays will also highlight special honeymoon destinations around the world. Visitors have the opportunity to make informed decisions through discussions with consultants and can plan their entire itinerary and every single detail for a wedding.

The Address Hotels + Resorts is owned and managed by Emaar Hospitality Group and has five hotels in its Dubai portfolio – The Address Downtown Dubai, The Address Dubai Mall, The Address Dubai Marina, The Address Montgomerie Dubai and The Palace – The Old Town.

 

The Address Hotels + Resorts Win Accolades at World Travel Awards 2011

The Address Hotels + Resorts has won five key honours at the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2011 highlighting the credentials of Dubai’s leading hotel operator in luxury leisure and business hospitality as well as in the fast-growing meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) sector.

The Address Hotels + Resorts flagship properties in Dubai won awards for the ‘UAE’s Leading Business Hotel,’ ‘Dubai’s Leading Meeting & Conference Hotel,’ ‘Middle East’s Leading Golf Course,’ Middle East’s Leading City Resort,’ and ‘Middle East’s Leading Shopping Destination Hotel.’

Marc Dardenne, Chief Executive Officer of Emaar Hospitality Group and Emaar Hotels & Resorts, said: “The World Travel Awards reiterate the standing of The Address properties in Dubai as industry-defining by setting new benchmarks in excellence. The recognitions that span the roster of the hospitality sector – from leisure and business to MICE – highlight the appeal of the hotels to a large cross-section of discerning guests, in tune with the growth of Dubai’s tourism and business profile.”

The winner of ‘UAE’s Leading Business Hotel,’ The Address Downtown Dubai was also honoured as ‘Dubai’s Leading City Hotel’ at the 2010 World Travel Awards. This year’s award recognised the stylish and modern meeting and event facilities in the hotel, located centrally in Downtown Dubai, described as ‘The Centre of Now.’ The hotel which offers a 24-hour business lounge, concierge service and complimentary wireless Internet access specially for business travellers.

The Address Dubai Marina, located in the heart of Dubai Marina in close proximity to the business nerve-centres of Dubai, clinched the honour as ‘Dubai’s Leading Meetings & Conference Hotel’ for the second consecutive year. The hotel’s 900 sq m spacious Constellation Ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows benefits from extensive natural light is the largest in the vicinity, and can accommodate up to 1,000 guests in reception style.

Also repeating the winning streak was The Address Montgomerie Dubai, the first retreat in The Address portfolio, which was voted the ‘Middle East’s Leading Golf Course’ for the second consecutive year. Its 18 hole, par 72 Championship course featuring unique characteristics such as a hand-shaped bunker on hole 17, a mammoth 656 yard 18th hole, as well as 81 bunkers and 14 lakes is a clear favourite among golfing professionals and enthusiasts.

The Palace – The Old Town, Downtown Dubai, notched a scale up its last year’s title of ‘Dubai’s Leading City Resort’ to be crowned as the ‘Middle East’s Leading City Resort’ this year. An iconic hotel with an elegant Arabesque architecture, the hotel overlooks Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, and The Dubai Fountain, the world’s tallest performing fountain. It has 242 spacious and luxurious guest rooms and 81 suites with a captivating Middle Eastern theme.

The ‘Middle East’s Leading Shopping Destination Hotel’ was won by The Address Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, the hotel linked to The Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, the world’s largest shopping and entertainment destination. One of the USPs of the hotel is the service of an exclusive personal fashion advisor who advises guests on fashion trends and assists in shopping by leveraging the hotel’s direct link with The Dubai Mall.

 

The Address Hotels + Resorts offer diverse on-site food and beverage options, premier health and wellness facilities and are located in close proximity to iconic attractions. For more details, log on to: www.theaddress.com.

Tamweel Brings Back Baiti To Address Home Finance Needs Of UAE Nationals

Tamweel PJSC, the UAE Islamic home finance provider, announced today the launch of a new product to meet the home finance needs of UAE nationals. “Baiti” is specially designed to help UAE nationals to buy their homes.

Baiti, which means “my house” in Arabic, was first launched by Tamweel in 2006. The home finance provider is bringing the product back following its January Ijara promotion, and its resumption of new business origination on 1st November 2010. Tamweel understands the importance of bringing the Baiti product back to the market and has now developed an exclusive home finance product for addressing the housing needs of UAE nationals.

Tamweel will make home finance available to UAE nationals for up to 85 per cent of the current value of ready residential properties in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The maximum finance value is AED 5 million with a repayment tenure of up to 25 years.

“Baiti makes a welcome return to the UAE’s home finance market,” said Varun Sood, Acting Chief Executive Officer of Tamweel. “Today’s announcement is in line with Tamweel’s commitment to provide innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of customers. We believe there is a need in the market to address this specific segment, therefore our product is catered to do just that. The demand for housing among the UAE Nationals is on the rise and Tamweel is committed to cater to this segment of the market which is ever growing.”

For further information regarding home finance solutions from Tamweel, customers may visit the company’s branches at Business Avenue building in Deira, Dubai, and at the Marina Mall in Abu Dhabi. Customers may also contact the company by calling its call center on 800-TAMWEEL (8269335) or via its website: www.tamweel.ae
 

The Address Downtown Wins Anchor Masterchef Challenge

Following a nail-biting final yesterday morning, the team from The Address Downtown, Dubai has been awarded the coveted title of Anchor MasterChef Champions 2011.

Daniel Edward, Speciality Sous Chef and Dedy Supriady, Executive Pastry Chef, managed to keep their cool during the final ‘mystery basket’ round, which, the judges noted, helped them produce an exceptional standard of cuisine. The final round was far from easy, with three other teams from the most respected hotels in the UAE – Grosvenor House, Dubai; Grand Millennium Abu Dhabi and The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina – also vying for the title

“We only had the first round and then the final to try and impress the judges, so we really tried to push the boat out with the ingredients, methods and flavour combinations”, says Daniel. “It was a great competition but extremely tough – we were up against some amazing opposition and as we all had the same ingredients, producing something that really stood out was a real challenge.”

Dedy agreed. “The restaurant business is a great industry to be involved in, particularly in this part of world. Chefs are not afraid to push the boundaries and taking part in this competition gives us all added motivation to keep striving to be the best.”

This is the second year that Fonterra has hosted the Anchor MasterChef Challenge and Chef Peter Hallmanns, Fonterra’s Advisory Chef, said this added to the competitors’ motivation. “We all saw what the teams last year were able to produce and this set a very high standard for this year’s competitors. Across the board, the imagination and thought that went into the menus really was remarkable.

“This competition is designed for young chefs with an ambition to succeed and their commitment and drive is so encouraging to see. Competitions like this really do bring out the best in the chefs, and it is important they see for themselves what their peers are producing to make sure the region’s culinary industry stays one step ahead.”
Nana Supriatna, and Ranu B. D. Kaboel from Grosvenor House, Dubai were runners-up in the competition. “Chefs are naturally competitive and we were in this to win!” says Nana. “But saying that, this is the first time we have reached the final of a professional competition and this has given us both a great sense of achievement.”
The dishes were judged by a panel of independent and accredited chefs, adhering to WACS (World Association of Chefs Societies), recommended standards.

The competition once again took place in Fonterra’s Culinarium, its professional state-of-the-art kitchen, which hosts competitions, workshops and training sessions for chefs from across the GCC throughout the year.
The Address Downtown, Dubai received AED 15,000 per team; Runners-up, Grosvenor House, Dubai, received AED 10,000 and Georgiy Danilov and Lev Muradov from Grand Millennium Abu Dhabi in third place received AED 5,000. Luckasz Konieskny and Audaux Ludovic from The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina were awarded fourth position

The Anchor MasterChef Challenge is just one of a number of culinary events being hosted by Fonterra between January and July 2011. The New Zealand-based company is committed to providing young chefs with the opportunity to develop their skills through demanding competitions and challenging workshops.
 

The Address Hotels + Resorts Celebrate The Festive Season With Contemporary Delicacies And Chic Events

The Address Hotels + Resorts is celebrating the festive season with a wide range of fun events and a delectable selection of food & beverages, served across the various restaurants at all the five hotels of the brand in Dubai.

Mr. Marc Dardenne, Chief Executive Officer of Emaar Hospitality Group and Emaar Hotels & Resorts, said: “This is one of the most awaited seasons, marked by get-togethers and celebrations. All the properties under The Address banner are ready to welcome the festive cheer and the New Year with unparalleled festive activities – tailored for families and friends to celebrate the joy of the season.”

This season take advantage of special treats organised at The Address Hotels + Resorts including spectacular fireworks at Downtown Dubai, the new heart of the city, while bringing in the New Year. Enjoy a magical and colourful show illuminating the city’s most happening districts skyline.

The Address Downtown Dubai is offering guests a warm and cozy atmosphere at the Risala lobby lounge every afternoon, throughout the festive season with mince pies, marzipan stollen, gingerbread and a choice of plain or raisin scones. If you enjoy Chinese cuisine, head to Hukama for a traditional Yum Cha lunch. For brunch and dinner, Fazaris offers sumptuous feats where you can have your meal in the main dining area or al fresco.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at hip and trendy venues like Neos, the highest sky lounge, Calabar or Zeta with house beverages and canapés while taking in breathtaking views.

The Palace – The Old Town offers a festive Turkey to-go, in addition to hosting the traditional tree lighting ceremony for families and friends at Al Bayt lobby lounge. A special elves tea party is also being organised for children. Continue the festivities with dinner at Asado, the lively Argentinean grill, which serves a fine festive 3-course feast complete with all the traditional trimmings and then head to brunch at Ewaan on the next day.

Asado, Ewaan and Thiptara have planned a stylish night for New Year’s Eve with beverages and mouthwatering cuisine. Ewaan will be designed as Aladdin’s cave and host Arabian-inspired celebrations. Thiptara promises a magical evening by The Dubai Fountain, while Asado’s Argentinean food and band will enthrall you. Special offers for corporate gatherings and festive giveaways are also available.

The Address Montgomerie Dubai provides hampers of delicious goodies to choose from and a delectably prepared turkey with all the traditional accompaniments. If you are looking to spend the day outdoors then family and friends will enjoy The Lawn where a carnival will be organized with games and gifts for children. Delicious Arabic cuisine will also be served for all. A tree lighting ceremony at Aquaviva Terrace will set the tone for the festivities. A barbeque will be set up at the Bunkers restauraunt and guests can enjoy an evening of glamour at Nineteen with selected beverages.

Indulge in luxurious flavours, sparkling beverages and extravagant surprises. Enjoy our gift of complimentary limo service and Qix Club kids’ entertainment at The Address Dubai Mall.

The hotel also offers an authentic festive dinner at Ember consisting of marinated châteaubri with all the trimmings, a saxophonist entertaining guests and other enthralling performance. Guests can also relax by the poolside lounge Cabana and start the season with a special southern hemisphere celebratory barbecue and in the evening savour Cajun spiced beef, jerk chicken and firecracker prawns.

To ensure 2011 gets off to a stylish start, we are giving you the chance to win a fabulous ‘Fashion Fix’ including two nights in a premium suite, style me and shopping session with our Personal Fashion Advisor in addition to an AED 10,000 shopping voucher from Professionelle boutique, The Dubai Mall.

For New Year’s, feast on traditional delicacies at NA3NA3 or party at Ember with chic settings and soothing tunes of the saxophonist with a 4-course dinner and bubbly.

The Address Dubai Marina brings tempting cakes, gingerbread cookies and attractive gift hampers. A white brunch at Mazina filled with traditional roast favourites, mince pies and classic pastries plus Mazina’s very special eggnog is a perfect way to start the season. Also available at the hotel are festive dinners and brunches at Mazina and Rive Gauche.

Bid adieu to 2010 at the hottest venue in the marina, The Yellow Lounge, with bubbly and canapés. You can also dance you way into the New Year at Blends. Mazina’s brunch on the first day of the New Year will rejuvenate you.

For more details on The Address Hotels + Resorts log onto: www.theaddress.com.