The Bite Magazine Issue 17

adult-only island bar; Kalsa providing poolside dining; and the beach club Sum- mersalt.The Al Mandhar Lounge meaning ‘amazing views’ offers a spectacular view of the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah and the Arabian Gulf as soon as you walk into the lobby. The outlet which is themed around the land explorer who travelled from the Middle East to North Africa offers guests the opportunity to discover local Emiratis’ favourite drinks: Chai and Karak teas, and watch the world go by while feeling the Al Bait Baitak spirit.You can sit back in the bright, light lounge and explore a fusion of French/Moroccan snacks including Bocadillos, Bisteeya and a selection of creative mint teas. If you’re looking for a stunning place to unwind, sundowners will love the rooftop bar Ambar, an Arabic word used to describe a scent that is the base of tra- ditional Arabian perfumes, with its warm, musky, rich, oriental and earthy aromas. The huge sliding windows offer an open- air design and uninterrupted views of the sea and Burj Al Arab Jumeirah while the menu comprises of contemporary Arabic mezze, and a large selection of cocktails, one of the hotel’s best spots for pre- or post-dinner drinks. You can also venture down to Rockfish, a vibrant and fun seafood restaurant found in a prime beach front location. Diners can take a seat indoors or enjoy a more relaxed setting outside with their toes in the sand. The eclectic interior design was masterminded by Bill Bensley, a world-famous architect and landscape designer who has dedicated his career to designing luxury hotels around the world. Why not try their Mediterranean classics with a twist of Arabia, sample oysters, and enjoy crudo (the Italian version of sushi) and seafood specialities such as grouper, octopus, turbot, mackerel, squid and prawns. www.jumeirah.com/en/hotels-re- sorts/dubai/madinat-jumeirah/ jumeirah-al-naseem bite travel