DIFC’s finest Italian dining destination flourishes under The Artisan’s team unapparelled commitment to excellence and culinary craftmanship. Set inside the glamorous Waldorf Astoria Hotel in DIFC, The Artisan’sintimate and beautiful interior welcomes guests seeking a quick and savoury experience. The restaurant’s extensive menu celebrates some of Italy’s most iconic dishes further enriched by a newly crafted business lunch menu consisting of a smart selection of the house’s lauded Italian classics that have firmly established The Artisan as a main player on Dubai’s gastronomic landscape.
Featuring between four to six ambrosious options, The Artisan caters to every guest’s taste (and dietary requirements) while staying true to its ethos of preparing dishes made with ingredients sourced directly from the finest suppliers in Italy. Fromantipastiincluding Arancini di Risoe Ragu; a scrumptious fried rice arancini, Fassonabeef ragu and spicy tomato sauce to an extraordinary Carpaccio di Orata or aSea breamCarpaccio with sweet and sour dressing – there is something for every serious lover of authentic Italian cuisine. For secondi, the offering includes a finely prepared RissottoalloZafferano, a “Milanese” style saffron risotto with Parmigiano Reggiano fondue; a mouthwatering Filetto di Manzo al Pepe Verde, a pan fried beef tenderloin served with roastpotatoes and a green peppercorn sauce and many other saporous Italian delights. Finally, for dolci – guests can indulge in a refreshing sorbetto of the day. In the bar, expertly concocted cocktails are served over clear-cubed “designer” ice that melts slowly, guarding the integrity of each sip.
The art of mastering the perfect business lunch lays in working in while eating out. From team-bonding experiences with colleagues to deal-brokering mid-day triumphs with clients, there is no better way to spend some quality time outside of the office. While some offices may have jaw-dropping meeting rooms, it’s safe to say that The Artisan’s tasteful and intimate interior out-stages even the sharpest office décor. Escape the daily grind with a quick culinary trip infused with the best of Italian flavours, and let the congenial team at The Artisan brighten up your business day with a palatable touch of La Dolce Vita.
Price: AED 120 per person.
