EXTRAORDINARY PLACES TO STAYMARCH/APRIL 2016 75WHAT IS THE STAR RESTAURANT?Dubai, United Arab Emirates BURJ AL ARAB Al Mahara (also known as Oyster Shell) is one of nine
signature restaurants and bars within Burj Al Arab. This restaurant allows patrons to dine with the fishes with its floor-to-ceiling aquarium surrounding the circular 74-seat dining room. The signature dishes are seafood themed, designed by executive chef Maxime Luvara. Only the freshest ingredients cook up the best meals, so go ahead and enjoy the Ain vine leaves served with vegetables blanquette and cep relish with tapiocatlantic wild turbot cooked.
WILL I BE CONVINCED?The distinctive sail-shaped silhouette of the hotel is more than just a stunning hotel, but also a symbol of modern Dubai. The hotel comes with 202 luxurious duplex suites, four swimming pools and a private beach, complimentary waterpark access and spa. Enjoy luxury nowhere else quite comparable to being in Burj Al Arab.
RATE: http://www.jumeirah.com/en/hotels-resorts/dubai/burj-al-arab US$1,600++PHOTOGRAPHS: BURJ AL ARAB DUBAI , MANDARIN ORIENTAL HONG KONG
MANDARIN ORIENTAL, HONG KONG Hong Kong
WHAT IS THE STAR RESTAURANT?Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong’s Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant and is often regarded as Hong Kong’s most exquisite dining Man Wah is
space. On top of the splendid imperial ambience, guests are able to get a panoramic view of Victoria Harbour and the general Hong Kong cityscape from 25th floor of the restaurant.
Some award-winning signature dishes include Steamed fillet of spotted garoupa with crispy ginger and crabmeat and egg white sauce as well as Stir fried lobster with egg white and scallop
mousse. WILL I BE CONVINCED?eye for art, the restaurant walls are adorned by exclusively commissioned original silk paintings For those who have an- depicting the traditional Mandarins by David Wong. Lacquered enamel and gold-plated ceiling lamps are also fashioned to resemble birdcages, a unique detailing. The hotel is positioned within the heart of the metropolis,
the perfect location for both leisure and business travelers seeking an exclusive sanctuary. RATE: US$708++
http://www.mandarinoriental.com/hongkong
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hungry travellers who opt for convenience over the lack of food quality and overpriced tag. Today, there are plenty of world-renowned hotel restaurants In the past, dining at hotel restaurants would have been the last resort for
that have a reputation for dishing out dazzling displays of gastronomy. These usually require a long wait in line or reservations months in advance. Here are coveted dining spots are popular amongst locals and travellers alike, and
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