This year, families and friends are invited to spend the festive season immersed in exceptional experiences at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort. From a heart-warming Christmas tree lighting ceremony to magical winter afternoon teas and bespoke fairy tale-inspired cocktails, the celebrations will be running all through the month of December.
This year, families and friends are invited to spend the festive season immersed in exceptional experiences at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort. From a heart-warming Christmas tree lighting ceremony to magical winter afternoon teas and bespoke fairy tale-inspired cocktails, the celebrations will be running all through the month of December. Meanwhile, marking the occasions of Christmas and New Year themselves, guests are encouraged to indulge in decadent Christmas Eve buffet, distinguished epicurean New Year’s feasts, all whilst creating treasured memories that will last a lifetime.
Christmas Tree Lighting
Honouring the treasured traditions of the St. Regis legacy, families and friends are invited to welcome the festive season with The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Filled with mulled wine, Christmas cookies, mince pies and other homemade festive treats, together with a talented ballerina performance, celebrate the festive spirit as this magical evening unfolds.
Free to attend for all guests, the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place by the Outdoor Chess Area on Friday, December 9, from 5.30pm to 7pm. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8443.
A Moveable Feast at The Drawing Room
Carefully sourced, cooked and prepared by The Drawing Room’s expert chefs, celebrate the festive season with a majestic Christmas banquet in the comfort of your own homes. Providing a superb, home-cooked meal that doesn’t require hours and hours of preparation in the kitchen, the ‘Moveable Feast’ experience encourages families to simply enjoy spending quality time together whilst their delicious dinner is lovingly created by the expert chefs at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort.
The slow-roasted herb turkey comes complete with chestnut and sage stuffing, a wide range of tasty trimmings and sides and an array of indulgent desserts, while, The St. Regis Festive Cake Tin features a traditional Christmas fruitcake inspired by the proud history of the St. Regis brand, which can also be ordered to take home.
Orders can be collected from the hotel between 9am and 9pm, and all must be booked and paid for at least 24 hours in advance.
The ‘A Moveable Feast’ experience is available from November 24 to December 30 priced AED 550 for the 6-7kg turkey, and AED 180 for The St. Regis Festive Cake Tin. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8443.
The Gingerbread House Workshop at Oléa
Little ones will adore getting creative with this festive activity. Providing a full afternoon of joyful fun, The Gingerbread House Workshop encourages children to discover a new festive craft and embrace the Christmas spirit. The experience is further complemented with a Tiny Afternoon Tea spread, filled with an array of delectable sweet treats and delights.
The Gingerbread House Workshop is available to enjoy on Saturday, December 17, from 5pm to 7pm for AED 250 per child. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8443.
“Pearl Dive” at the Caviar & Champagne Bar
Inviting distinguished tastemakers from across the world to indulge in the finest culinary pairing imaginable, the Caviar & Champagne Bar at The Signature 3 is a delightful festive experience guaranteed to enrapture every caviar fan and champagne connoisseur.
Celebrating the transition from day to night in an enchanting and alluring ambiance, the “Pearl Dive” experience at the coveted social hotspot displays the wonderful flavours and aromas of Caviar Baeri Royal, paired with premium Perrier-Jouët Champagne.
A beautifully intense caviar with notes of nuts and butter, the iodized, melt-in-the-mouth Baeri Royal pearls are creatively presented with a selection of sides and condiments, including house made scallion pancakes, nori sabayon, red onion, grated egg whites, grated egg yolks, lime crème fraîche, corn fritters, and light sprinkles chives.
Bringing a lavish and exclusive experience to the Abu Dhabi social scene, the “Pearl Dive” experience at the Caviar & Champagne Bar is available daily from 5pm to 7pm, priced AED 900 for one bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne and 30g of Caviar Baeri Royal. In addition, guests are invited to enjoy a 20% saving on the Champagne and Caviar menu, providing an extra excuse to celebrate in style from December 1 to December 30.
For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8443.
“Fairy Tale Collection” at The Manhattan Lounge
The exceptional mixologists at the Manhattan Lounge, are proud to unveil a special festive selection of cocktails inspired by the world’s most famous and much-loved fairy tales.
Presenting eight bespoke refreshments, each concoction on the “Fairy Tale Collection” menu is designed to immortalise a different heart-warming story. Spanning cocktail recipes from India, China, Japan, Russia, Germany, France, America, and mocktails from the Middle East, Indonesia and Malaysia, guests are invited to relax and discover new divine concoctions that are unlike anything they will have tasted before.
Highlights of the menu include the Middle Eastern-influenced Aladdin mocktail, served inside a magical lamp and featuring an enchanting mix of thyme, saffron and pineapple juice, and The Fortune by Sinbad, inspired by the Persian tale of ocean adventures and starring a fruity and tropical mix of pomegranate rum infusion, nectarine and bergamot.
Meanwhile, those hoping to discover the joys and charms of Christmas in Germany are invited to savour the gently spiced and heart-warming tastes of the Hansel and Gretel cocktail. Infused with a festive blend of Cognac and adorned with a ginger bread garnish, it is the perfect winter refreshment.
The “Fairy Tale Collection” menu is available to enjoy from December 1 to 30, from 7pm to 10pm, with each beverage priced AED 65 per drink. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8843.
The “Ginger Bell” Afternoon Tea at The Drawing Room
The Drawing Room is proud to bring a magical festive style to the timeless treasured ritual of afternoon tea.
Served within the warm and welcoming ambiance of the bespoke lounge, the experience flawlessly fuses classic favourite recipes, including delicate sandwiches and freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, together with some specially curated festive treats.
Guests are welcome to embrace the joyful spirit and excitement of December, and enjoy savouring charming gingerbread cupcakes, decadent Christmas chestnut pavlova, elegant chocolate and cherry snowflake cupcakes and many more magical winter delights. Each exquisite delicacy is then further enhanced with a wide range of quality loose leaf Tchaba teas and smooth barista-style coffees, or a celebratory glass of Champagne.
The “Ginger Bell” afternoon tea is available from December 1 to 30, from 3pm to 6pm. Priced AED 195 per person or AED 250 per person inclusive of one glass of champagne. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8843.
Oodles of Noodles at Sontaya
This festive season, the exceptional and stylish restaurant Sontaya is infusing a special boost of festive cheer into some of Southeast Asia’s most aromatic and delicious recipes.
The “Oodles of Noodles” experience is an immersive, week-long festive celebration filled with mouthwatering flavours, stunning sunset views and enchanting live music.
Sure to enrapture anyone with a passion for Asian cuisine, the curated features a delightful Work Fried Flat Noodles with chili glazed turkey, a Hong Kong style Noodles with roasted turkey and honey rosemary, a flavorful Stewed Noodle Soup with the legendary five spices, and many more sumptuous delicacies.
The “Oodles of Noodles” menu is available at Sontaya from December 12 to 18, between 6pm and 11pm, priced à la carte. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8843.
An Exquisite Christmas Eve Dinner at Oléa
With its stunning ocean views, white marble décor, gorgeous palm-tree lined terrace, intimate ambience and live pianist, Olea provides a unique and magical festive dining experience.
This Christmas Eve, the distinguished restaurant is proud to present a lavish buffet filled with delicious Christmas favourites from around the world. Guests are invited to catch up, celebrate and savour delectable festive delicacies such as fresh seafood delights, traditional roast turkey, juicy beef Wellington, succulent grills served straight from the Josper oven, indulgent sweet treats and more.
The intimate and joyful ambiance is further enhanced with festive tunes from a live musical trio, and a choice of free-flowing festive cocktails, mulled grapes, hops and premium soft beverages.
The Christmas Eve Dinner at Oléa will take place on Saturday, December 24, from 7pm to 11pm. Packages start from AED 325 for soft drinks, AED 450 for festive mixes, mulled grapes and hops and AED 150 for children aged six to 12 years’ old. Reservations are mandatory. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8443.
Christmas Day Brunch at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi
Those looking for an eclectic and special Christmas celebration are invited to honour the joyous occasion in style at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi.
Located right by the pristine white sands of the resort’s private beach, the delightful feastof Pacific Rim specialties spans sushi, ceviche, juicy robata grills, festive desserts and much more. With live entertainment from the resident DJ and talented saxophonist, impeccable service, delectable food and a beautiful setting directly overlooking the beach, it promises to be a magical and elegant Christmas Day.
The Christmas Day Brunch at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi will take place on December 25, from 1pm to 4pm. Prices start from AED 425 for food and soft drinks, AED 550 for food and selected house beverages and AED 200 per child from six to 12 years old. Children under six years can dine for free and reservations are required. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8443.
Ignite the Night at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi
Inviting guests to ring in the New Year immersed in the alluring ambiance of the UAE capital’s most sizzling beach destination, Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi presents a special New Year’s Eve celebration inspired by Pacific Rim flavours and featuring world-class entertainment, and an awe-inspiring fireworks display.
With enrapturing entertainment provided by singer Lexter and band, and the hotspot’s resident DJ Meerkat and a live saxophonist, the event will be filled with upbeat vibes that continue to flow until way into the early morning. Providing an array of seating options, guests are free to unwind and celebrate out in the fresh air on the stunning beachfront terrace, or inside in the elegant and vibrant dining room.
Presenting a feast filled with the venue’s most popular signature specialties, including sushi, ceviche, grilled meats, dumplings and more together witha selection of grapes, premium beverages and mixed drinks, indulge in a memorable gastronomical experience.
Ignite the Night at Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi will take place on Friday, December 31 from 8pm to midnight. Packages are priced AED 900 for indoor seating, AED 1,200 for the outdoor terrace and AED 1,500 for the lower deck. Reservations are required. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8843.
The Grand Opus New Year’s Eve Experience
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort is ringing in the New Year across three exceptional venues. Guests are invited to mark the conclusion of 2022 with their loved ones and choose between an epicurean feast at Oléa, a magnificent spread of Asian delicacies at Sontaya or a journey through modern Greek cuisine at MAZI Abu Dhabi.
This spectacular New Year’s Eve experience is designed to create memories that last a lifetime. As the clock approaches 12, diners from across all three restaurants can experience a magnificent fireworks display andraise a glass to the exciting year ahead .
The Sparkling Soirée at Oléa features a grand festive buffet of delicious international delicacies and live music from a talented three-piece band. The experience is priced at AED 375 for food and AED 550 for food with selected grapes, premium beverages and mixed drinks.
Meanwhile, Shimmer and Shine at Sontaya presents an exceptional variety of Asian recipes together with live entertainment. Guests can savour this sumptuous culinary journey for AED 550 for food only, or AED 650 for food and selected grapes, premium beverages and mixed drinks.
Finally, Scintillating Sociale at MAZI Abu Dhabi invites guests to travel over to the sun-kissed Greek islands, and immerse themselves in colourful, sharing-style interpretations of classic Greek specialties.Packages are priced AED 500 for the set menu, AED 600 for the set menu and selected wines, spirits and cocktails, and AED 200 per child aged six to 12 years old. Children under six years old can dine for free.
The Grand Opus will take place on Friday, December 31 from 7pm to midnight at Olea, and 8pm to midnight at Sontaya and MAZI Abu Dhabi. Reservations are required. For more information, kindly contact the resort at restaurant.saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8443
Cinnamon and Chocolate Indulgence at the Iridium Spa
Iridium Spa has unveiled a delightful festive pampering package that combines a wonderful fusion of luxurious treatments. Inspired by the most heart-warming and nostalgic fragrances and spices of Christmas time, the relaxing journey begins with an uplifting, 30-minute full body scrub, infused with the aromas of cinnamon and chocolate.
Designed to polish the skin, remove dead cells and reveal a glowing and radiant complexion, the voyage is then completed with an amazing 60-minute massage that is guarantee to refresh and re-energise tired muscles. Delivered using either orange or ginger cinnamon massage oil, the blissful ritual is concluded with a ginger or vanilla tea served with a beautiful selection of sweet treats.
Spanning a total of 90 wonderful minutes of pure pampering, the experience leaves every recipient feeling confident, refreshed and ready to make special memories throughout the festive season.
The Cinnamon and Chocolate Indulgence is exclusively available to enjoy from December 1 to 30, from 11am to 11pm, priced AED 900 per person. To book, please contact Iridium Spa at: Iridium.Saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8996.
Festive Healthy Glow at the Iridium Spa
Designed to give every guest a healthy, radiant glow and ensure they remain looking their best throughout every moment of the Christmas and New Year celebrations, the fast-acting
60 minute facial is delivered using products from the highly-acclaimed Doctor Babor skincare brand.
After the therapeutic journey has concluded, guests are invited to end their visit on a blissful note by relaxing in the lounge with an iced tea in a refreshing flavour of their choice.
The Festive Healthy Glow treatment is exclusively available to enjoy from December 1 to 30, from 11am to 11pm, priced AED 590 per person. To book, please contact Iridium Spa at: Iridium.Saadiyat@stregis.com or +971 2 498 8996.
