Eating Out
Eating Out
36 July 25 – August 7 2018 timeoutdubai.comS
et up in the lofty
heights of the Westin
Dubai, Al Habtoor City
is Babiole, an elegant
Mediterranean restaurant where
the well-heeled trot in for Friday
brunch each week.
The eatery sits on the 44th
poor of the hotel, alongside
sports bar The 44 and nightclub
Dome, and is by far the most
sophisticated establishment
of the three.
The interior is all gleaming
whites and clean greys, and the
starched tablecloths and dark
wooden chairs bring a sense of
occasion to proceedings.
The poor-to-ceiling windows
give way to a sprawling terrace,
which offers stunning views
over the Dubai Water Canal
and Business Bay, though it’s
a bit too toasty during our visitto appreciate it properly, as we
remain in the cool inside.
The space is quite intimate
and has a classy feel, and the
vibe is upbeat.
Having dined here before – in
the evening – and not been
wowed, we’re interested to see
what brunch brings.
The menu is certainly looks
the part with starters ranging
from a breakfast-lunch classic
of eggs royale to beef carpaccio
and trufpe pizzetta.
The beef carpaccio is
delicately sliced and packed
with pure meaty pavour.
Generous parmesan shavings
add a delicious saltiness and
a scattering of capers keep the
dish fresh. The trufpe pizzetta is
delightfully pungent.
Mains include veggie dishes
such as blue cheese gnocchiBabiole
A chic brunch with good food, spectacular
views and an excellent vibeDhs295 (house beverages), Dhs395 (bubbly).
Fri 1pm-4pm. Westin Dubai Al Habtoor City, Sheikh
Zayed Road (056 515 4665).and basil pesto risotto, as well
as grilled salmon and stuffed
leg of lamb. The salmon is
delicious and falls apart at the
prod of an expectant fork.
The star of the show,
however, is the lamb, which
comes in thick medallions,
stuffed with wilted spinach
and mushrooms. The meat
is juicy and fresh and an
accompanying shallot purée
only adds to the pavour.Juicy, crisp asparagus balances
out the meat perfectly.
By this time the atmosphere
has picked up tremendously.
The pristine waiting staff have
set aside their silver spoons
and donned cowboy hats to
frivolously swing napkins above
their heads to the beat of lively
music. Our fellow brunchers- seemingly inspired – begin
to follow suit and make good
use of the props that have
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