Come September and its Dai Pai Dong time, as Rosewood Abu Dhabi’s Chinese restaurant overflows with five simultaneous celebrations of authentic Cantonese cuisine. Guests can savour specialties such as homemade noodles, dim sum, and barbecued meats, in a stunning Chinese-inspired and welcoming atmosphere.
This September, three seasonal favourites come to Dai Pai Dong. The set menu, the moon cake and the shaved iced dessert are certain to draw in the connoisseurs of Cantonese cuisine in large numbers.
Mid-Autumn family-style set menu
With this seasonal offering, the September Special that runs from the 2nd to the 8th intends to keep it fresh – from seafood to the fowl to the veggies. For AED 258 per person, indulge in the extensive menu that begins with Salad & Starter, goes on to traditional smoked seabass and Sichuan style spicy chicken. This comprehensive gastronomic experience continues with papaya and shrimp salad, and crispy duck salad with pomelo followed by Dim Sum. It ends with a steamed pork Xiao Long Bao, scallop Sui Mai and Wagyu beef bun. Guaranteed to satiate any gourmet’s palate!
Mooncake Festival
It is said that the custom of eating mooncakes in the Mid-Autumn Festival began in the Tang Dynasty (618 – 907 AD). The Tang Emperor Li Shimin ordered a general called Li Jing to battle the Turks. On the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, Li Jing returned triumphantly. A trader from Tibet offered some round cakes to Li Shimin to congratulate him on his victory. Li Shimin was very happy to receive this gift and the round cakes became popular in the palace and among the folk. People ate the round cakes on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month and the name of the cake was changed to ‘Moon Cake’ during the reign of a later Tang emperor. Moon Cake is used in a Chinese custom of worshiping the moon. The Mid-Autumn moon is round and moon cakes are fragrant and sweet. During the festival, the whole family sits together and eats Moon Cake and fruits, and this custom has now become a symbol of family reunion. Join us at Dai Pai Dong for this delicious and intriguing taste of pastry and history. The Dai Pai Dong Moon Cake is part of our a la carte menu from 1 – 21 September and is priced at AED 68 for three pieces.
Flavor Feast ‘Ais Kacang’ – Shaved Iced Dessert
Experience ‘Ais Kacang,’ a very well-known Asian dessert, originally made of shaved ice and red beans. Our Shaved Ice Desserts come in four different, delicious, and colorful flavors including the traditional Red Bean Shaved Ice (red bean, raisins, black pearls, lichi, taro balls and sweet corn), Matcha Shaved Ice (shaved milk ice, ice cream, ice jelly, taro balls, black pearls, and almond), Chocolate Shaved Ice (ice jelly, vanilla ice cream and choco crumble), and Mango Shaved Ice (shaved milk ice, mango, mango ice cream, sago, sweet corn, and ice jelly). Available every day for AED 48.
In addition to the seasonal September offerings, Dai Pai Dong continues to offer its permanent menu options including the All You Can Eat Dim Sum Lunch, the Friday Evening Hot Pot Brunch and Saturday ‘Yum Cha’ Brunch.
The All You Can Eat Dim Sum Lunch offers delicate bite-sized buns with the most scrumptious fillings. Whether you like them steamed or fried, Dai Pai Dong has a Dim Sum to suit your taste buds. Available Sunday to Thursday, from noon to 3 pm, it costs AED 118 per person. For those looking for a more formal meal we also offer a 4-course Business Lunch over weekdays, featuring delicious Dims Sums, spring rolls, soup, a main course, and dessert. Sunday to Thursday from noon to 3 pm, the 4-course menu costs AED 118 per person.
Friday Evening Hot Pot Brunch
Dai Pai Dong welcomes guests to the ultimate authentic Cantonese dining experience, the Hot Pot. Every Friday evening, guests can spend a profoundly pleasing time with their family and friends, indulging in fresh flavors of a traditional Hot Pot. From 6 pm to 11.30 pm, the Brunch selection and soft drinks cost AED 298 per person for a 3-hour package. Brunch selection, Hops and Grapes costs AED 428 per person for a 3-hour package.
Saturday ‘Yum Cha’ Brunch
For those who prefer to relax on a Friday and reserve their revelry for Saturday, Dai Pai Dong offers a decidedly different brunch with the Yum Cha, where guests can enjoy a variety of Dim Sums. They can experience a selection of delectable dumplings, roasted meats, and desserts.Running from noon to 9 pm, the Brunch selection and Soft Drinks costs AED 298 per person for a 3-hour package, while Brunch selection, Hops and Grapes comes in at AED 428 per person for a 3-hour package.
Dai Pai Pong takes all necessary measures to ensure a great dining experience for guests, with safety a foremost priority. For bookings, please contact Rosewood Abu Dhabi at abudhabi@rosewoodhotels.com or call +971 (0)2 813 5550.
