Jamie Oliver Restaurants collaborate with industry leading franchise partner, Apparel Group to launch casual dining concept Jamie’s Italian at the Dubai Mall. First launched in the UK in 2008, the globally-renowned restaurant offers regional Italian cuisine and is revered for its fresh pasta dishes, phenomenal pizza, and delectable desserts. With over 20 restaurants worldwide, Jamie’s Italian Dubai Mall is the fourth to open in the GCC, following outlets in Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
Located in the largest mall in the world, the Italian restaurant will formally open its doors to the city’s bustling residents and tourists, offering an authentic taste of the Italian table. WIth something for everyone, the menu features freshly-made pasta, beautiful salads, hearty mains and tempting sides, as well as plenty of anti-pasti and some gorgeous desserts. Not to mention crispy pizzas and great vegetarian dishes which celebrate the best seasonal produce.
Jamie Oliver has been a pillar in the culinary world for over 20 years inspiring millions of people to cook fresh, delicious food from scratch. The chef says, “I should have been Italian. Beautiful ingredients and a real passion for food brings friends and families together. That’s why, as a chef, I find the country so exciting, and it’s what inspired me to create Jamie’s Italian. The menu is all about delicious dishes inspired by my travels across the country, cooking up a storm with local foodies, gorgeous Nonnas or my friend and mentor Gennaro Contaldo.”
To celebrate the Grand Opening, Jamie’s Italian will host a massive 2-day celebration on 8-9 June which will feature a visit from the renowned chef himself. The restaurant in Dubai Mall will be filled with a series of special spectacles that are in-store exclusively for the guests.
As part of the Apparel Group’s ongoing strategy to bring relevant brands to the region, we are proud to be partnering with Jamie Oliver for his flagship restaurant Jamie’s Italian at the Dubai Mall. Founder and chairwoman, Sima Ganwani Ved, says: “We want our customers to experience an authentic and ethical brand. Jamie has become renowned for his food technology and innovation which will better the lives of so many. We are excited for his visit and his endeavors to keep improving the food scene.”
Ed Loftus, Jamie Oliver Restaurants Group Director said “The Middle East continues to be a key growth market for us and having a presence in such an iconic location is really exciting. We are thrilled to work with partners like Apparel Group – collaborating with great teams is essential to everything we do.”
