CONSUME44 _What’s On_07.2019TASHAS
CAFE, DUBAI
MARINA MALL
Can the newest
addition match up to
the rest?
A
fter three successful cafes in
Dubai, expert restaurateur,
Natasha Sideris decided
Dubai Marina Mall would be
the most logical location for her next
tashas Cafe branch. There’s a reason she’s
quickly becoming the queen of premium
dining in Dubai, as the cafe was packed
when we arrived.
There are similarities to the other
outlets, but it feels new at the same time.
It’s a cosy space, with a mix of elegant olive
green sofas and wooden wicker chairs.
There are plenty of tables, but it doesn’t
feel too overcrowded. The room is very
light and open, with tashas’ signature
unique lighting style taking shape in the
form of individual hanging light panels
shaped to resemble a chandelier.
Those familiar with the tashas Cafe
concept will recognise the main menu, as
its the same in all outlets. Each individual
cafe has its own signature menu as well,
and at Marina Mall, its all about casual
dining. Whether you’re in the mood for
breakfast, lunch or dinner, it caters to all.
We begin with something from the
breakfast section, mushroom en croute
(Dhs60). We’re off to a winner as its
simply delicious, with perfectly flaky puff
pastry, complimented by a smooth and
flavourful mushroom and truffle creme. A
light medium-poached egg rests on top,
but the best bit has to be the crispy beef
bacon shards sprinkled over the dish.
The best way to describe the staff is
kind, with a genuine thoughtfulness and
eagerness to go the extra mile. They are
able to make honest recommendations,
and provide extra details with ease,
making the experience that bit more
memorable.
Next we devour the pulled lamb Welsh
rarebit (Dhs88) in all its cheesy, gooey
goodness. The dish is a richer, more
mature cousin of a classic cheese on toast.
Thick crunchy village bread acts as a bed
for layers of tender lamb pieces, which tear
apart with ease and melt in the mouth.
Doused all over the meat is a combination
of lamb sauce reduction and creamy
mustard cheese sauce, before being topped
with rocket.To balance out the previous courses, we
opt for a refreshing beef carpaccio salad
(Dhs138). More salad than carpaccio, but
delicious all the same, it features tasty,
crispy parmesan pieces, melba toast and
a variety of greens. The meat is soft and
tender, sliced in wafer-thin pieces and
drizzled in olive oil.
If you try only one thing at tashas Marina
Mall, make sure its the New York-style
baked cheesecake (Dhs48). With a crumbly
biscuit base, zesty berry compote and a
creamy centre that’s lighter than air, its one
of the best cheesecakes you’ll find in Dubai.
a tashas Cafe, Ground Floor, Dubai
Marina Mall, Sat to Weds noon to 1am,
Thurs & Fri noon to 2am. Tel: (04) 458- tashascafe.com
RATING
Food ��������������������������������������������������������������B+
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Price ���������������������������������������������������������EAT // REVIEW