It’s the kind of first course that sets the tone for a meal meant to be savoured
Set against the breezy backdrop of the Dubai Harbour, L’Amo Bistro del Mare is known for its coastal elegance and fresh-from-the-sea philosophy.
This Ferragosto, the restaurant presents a sun-kissed seasonal menu with its Pranzo a L’Amo: Summer Edition; a weekday lunch designed to capture the light, vibrant flavours of an Italian summer.
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Available Monday to Friday from midday to 3 pm, the experience is priced at AED 135 per person and includes one antipasto and one main course. And for those who believe no Italian meal is complete without something sweet and a cup of coffee, dessert and espresso can be added for just AED 20.
The menu, like the season, is ever-evolving and full of charm.
Guests can expect starters that celebrate summer’s bounty, like tender Melanzane with datterino tomatoes and salted ricotta, octopus salad tossed with crisp garden vegetables, and golden, perfectly crispy calamari.
Mains offer a comforting and rustic nod to traditional Italian favourites: chicken Milanese, Gnocchetti Sardi al ragù, and a beautifully prepared Catch of the Day, served Ligurian style; delicate, bright, and utterly satisfying.
And, of course, a curated wine list is available to elevate the afternoon. Think Kaltern Pinot Grigio, Ferrari Perlé 2018, or a crisp 2022 Vermentino to toast the occasion; the perfect pairing for a summer afternoon that drifts seamlessly into evening.
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For those looking to celebrate Ferragosto in an atmosphere of classic glamour, Signor Sassi, tucked inside the lush St. Regis Gardens, offers a delightfully indulgent take on the tradition.
Known for its timeless charm and refined hospitality, the restaurant invites guests to say “Andiamo a Pranzo”, let’s go to lunch, with a leisurely three-course meal that captures the heart of Italian cuisine.
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Priced at AED 145 per person, the experience begins with a warm welcome and a selection of starters that are as nostalgic as they are delicious: Aubergine Parmigiana, Gamberetti and Calamari Fritti with a punchy tartar sauce, and a fresh artichoke and parmesan salad that’s light yet flavourful.
It’s the kind of first course that sets the tone for a meal meant to be savoured.
The main courses are equally satisfying, offering a mix of comforting classics and elegant simplicity.
Choose from the house-favourite Gnocchi alla Sorrentina, baked to perfection with tomato, mozzarella, and basil; the hearty yet refined Aubergine Parmigiana; or a beautifully cooked wild seabass, delicately dressed with cherry tomatoes to enhance its natural flavour.
And finally, dessert; because Ferragosto wouldn’t be complete without it. Guests can end their meal with either a classic tiramisu, rich and creamy with just the right hit of espresso, or a Strawberry Fior di Fragola Cake, light and sweet, and almost too pretty to eat.
With its relaxed elegance, attentive service, and charming Italian flair, Signor Sassi offers the ideal setting for a long, memorable lunch; the kind where you lose track of time, share stories across the table, and forget, just for a little while, that you’re not on a sun-soaked Italian coast.
For bookings, call 04 278 4800
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