Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 8 May, 2018 2:01 pm |

The capital’s favourite address Bab Al Qasr Hotel is bringing back its luxuriant Ramadan tent, designed keeping family time in mind, and capturing the true essence of Arabian traditions with a warm ambiance offering a truly unforgettable Iftar and Sohour experience.

Inspired by the ancient culinary traditions of the Middle East, Bab Al Qasr Hotel will transform its tent into a beautiful venue which features a ceiling mimicking the starry night sky, a rich wash of blue and silver hues, and Bedouin inspired majlises set up in intimate yet welcoming nooks and corners that families and friends can dine at. Ambient lighting sets the mood for memorable evenings replete with shisha, traditional Arabic coffee and tunes from the traditional Ramadan entertainers that complements a vast array of delectable cuisine.  

Enhancing the festive dining experience, the guests can enjoy an abundant spread of spread of sumptuous traditional Middle Eastern specialties, cuisines from around the world and local traditional delicacies served buffet style, with chefs demonstrating their expertise at the live cooking stations. The buffet is priced at AED 210 per person, including Ramadan beverages, and is available from sunset onwards.

“As a proud member of Bab Al Qasr Hotel, we will continue to strive for the best Ramadan experience by presenting the elegant traditions, alluring ambiance, genuine care and comfort to make celebrations at Bab Al Qasr Hotel truly one of a kind. Our ambition is to create memories that enliven the spirit of the holy month of Ramadan shown by unity and compassion that will last a lifetime,” said Murshed Al Shamsi, the Director of Protocol of Bab Al Qasr Hotel.

Guests can also indulge in Suhours which will see live stations spanning Arabic, Moroccan, Egyptian, American, Asian and Indian styles of cooking. Rates for Sohour start at AED 175 minimum spent per person.

The events team can also ensure personalised corporate bookings of 50 to 500 guests for both Iftar and Sohour in the Ramadan tent. Other function rooms can accommodate smaller groups for private Ramadan events. A variety of menu options, including traditional Arabic specialities and international cuisines, can be selected and customized to fit the group’s requirements. Rates start at AED 200 for 50 to 100 persons, AED 190 for 100 to 200 persons, and AED 180 for 200 and more person.  All stated rates are subject to 5% VAT.

The Ramadan tent is open from the first day of Ramadan onwards. For more information, or to make a reservation, email restaurants@babalqasr.com, or call +971 2 205 3000.