DIFC, UAE: 16 FEBRUARY 2016
Cipriani, one of this year's most anticipated restaurant openings; today opens its first venue in Dubai. The celebrated Italian hospitality family is delighted to welcome guests in its new venue in the prestigious Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Cipriani has been brought to Dubai by the Bulldozer Group and is the brand's second site in the Middle East, following the success of the Yas Island restaurant in Abu Dhabi.
The story of the Italian restaurant dates back to 1931 when Giuseppe Cipriani first founded the legendary Harry's Bar in Venice, Italy. Today, Cipriani is one of the most respected names in the hospitality world with venues all over the globe, including New York, Monte Carlo, Hong Kong, Mexico City and now Dubai.
Covering 1,100 square feet, the venue has a capacity of 296 guests with an option to dine indoors or on the chic outdoor terrace. Decorated in Cipriani's iconic nautical colours, the maritime interior features large linen curtains and brown leather chairs whilst three contemporary black and white portraits adorn the main wall. Designed by Florentine architect Michele Bonan, Cipriani comprises of two split-levels, with an intimate bar on the lower floor and the restaurant area on the upper deck. Diners will discover a menu featuring an array of Harry's Bar classics, including Baked Tagliolini, Calf's Liver "alla Veneziana", "Seppioline in Tecia", Carpaccio, and the decadent Torta Di Cioccolato.
"It is with immense pleasure that we open the doors to our newest Cipriani, located in Dubai's vibrant DIFC. This is an incredibly exciting time for the brand and I cannot wait to share the Venetian traditions that are at the heart of the Cipriani philosophy with this dynamic and world-leading city. We very much look forward to serving our Dubai guests and furthering our presence in the UAE," explains Giuseppe Cipriani.
Next month, Cipriani Dubai will launch a separate lounge area called 'Socialista'. This private space at the rear of the restaurant will offer a laid-back, upbeat vibe, allowing guests to continue the Cipriani experience deep into the night.
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ABOUT CIPRIANI
The iconic brand's roots date back to a kind act that took place in Venice by a humble bartender named Giuseppe Cipriani who loaned a tidy sum to a customer named Harry Pickering, cut off from his family fortune. Repaid for his generosity, Harry's Bar was conceived in 1931 and has since become the beloved home of an illustrious clientele. Since its inception, the legendary bar has hosted writers, celebrities including the likes of Ernest Hemingway, Orson Welles, Elizabeth Taylor, Charlie Chaplin and Peggy Guggenheim and a very interesting eclectic clientele. Harry's Bar was recognised in 2001 by the Italian Ministry of Cultural Arts as a national cultural landmark. It was the birthplace of 'Carpaccio' and the 'Bellini', a concoction of sparkling white grape and peach purée, which was named after 15th-century Venetian painter, Giovanni Bellini.
Today Cipriani has presence in the United States, Europe, Middle East and Southeast Asia, including cities like Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Ibiza, Monte Carlo, Venice, Hong Kong, Abu Dhabi, Mexico City and a project that is under way in Dubai. www.cipriani.com
ABOUT BULLDOZER GROUP
Bulldozer Group was founded in 2011 following the successful launch of Movida and VIP room in Dubai. The group are driven by successful entrepreneurs; Evgeny Kuzin, Maxim Vlasov & Alexander Orlov. Evgeny and Maxim's passion for food and design lead the group into fine dining and contemporary restaurant concepts, introducing the international brands of Novikov, Toko and Sass Cafe, and their latest addition Cipriani to Dubai. Bulldozer Group, as the name suggests, aim to drive and thrive in the Dubai entertainment scene, by delivering international brands, recognised for fine food, design, service and atmosphere.
Evgeny notes that Dubai is a sophisticated and competitive market, with a voracious appetite for premium quality dining, delivered with excellent service; "It is an absolute privilege for Bulldozer Group to introduce Cipriani to Dubai. We feel blessed to add Cipriani to our existing portfolio of first class dining and entertainment venues. The combination of Cipriani's Venetian flavours and ambience, Bulldozer Group's flair for service and Dubai's appetite for international cuisine, is genuinely exciting. This is a momentous time for us, as we deliver the brands that will enhance Dubai's reputation as one of the world's top cities and tourist destinations."
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