AROUND THE WORLD IN BREAKFAST DISHES

Sanderson’s Café

Travel to: Indonesia with a Traditional Balinese Breakfast

With a focus on creating nutritious and wholesome food, Sanderson’s Café in Al Seef Resort & Spa by Andalus is taking diners to beautiful Bali with its chilled black rice pudding with baby banana tempura, coconut ice cream, toasted nuts and blueberry caramel dish.

Al Seef Compound, Behind Al Seef Village Mall, Khalifa Park Area, 8am to 8.30pm, Dhs57.

(02) 222 1142

@wearesandersons

Café 302

No trip to Belgium is complete without a huge plate of waffles, so it’s only natural Café 302 at Al Maha Arjaaan by Rotana, presents their best. The unmissable Big Belgian Waffle comprises of crispy, golden breakfast cakes with toppings of mixed berry compote, wild berries and vanilla mascarpone.

Al Maha Arjaan by Rotana, Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad St, 8am to 2pm, Dhs37.

(02) 610 6666

rotana.com

Nolu’s

Blending Afghani and Californian cuisines, Nolu’s at The Galleria Mall, Al Maryah Island is serving up sunny-side-up eggs cooked in a skillet with tomatoes, onion and coriander, served with potatoes, veggies, cheese and a pot of traditional tea.

The Galleria Mall, Al Maryah Island, breakfast available 9am to noon, Dhs79.

(800) 66587

@nolusrestaurant

Art House Café

Widely billed as one of Abu Dhabi’s hidden gems, Art House Café at Etihad Modern Art Gallery is the perfect spot to fill up before a day of brushing up on the latest art displays. Enjoy the traditional Emirati beidg wa tomat, the popular one-skillet dish of tomatoes, jalepenos, spices and cracked eggs topped with crumbled feta and coriander.

Al Huwelat St, Bateen Area, Opp Al Bateen Villa No 15, 9am to midnight, Dhs38.

(02) 666 0175

@arthousecafead

Joud Café

The trend-setting eatery Joud Café, an ideal spot for a long lerisurely breakfast, is jetting diners off directly to the streets of Barcelona with a traditional Spanish frittata, filled with potatoes, onions, cheese and sour cream, served with a side of sourdough.

Al Bateen Park Plaza, breakfast served 8am to noon, Dhs65.

(056) 525 8235

@joudcafe

Keki Japanese Bakery

Say Konnichiwa to the Abu Dhabi homegrown concept, Keki Japanese Bakery in Al Bateen, who are dishing up a classic Japanese dish – Summer mango pancakes, with two souffle style pancakes served with mango custard puree and fresh fruit.

Gate No 1, Al Bateen Park, 8am to 10pm, Dhs65 for the combo breakfast.

(02) 309 3999

@kekiuae

Majlis Lobby Lounge

The true taste of Brazilian summer, Acai bowls are on offer at Majlis Lobby Lounge in Rosewood Abu Dhabi complete with freshly cut mango, banana, and a sprinkle of almond flakes.

Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Next to The Galleria Al Maryah Island, 7am to 10.30am, Dhs65.

(02) 813 5550

rosewoodhotels.com

Urban Kitchen

Urban Kitchen is delivering a Bangkok adventure for those who like a hint of spice in the morning, with their Thai omelette drizzled with soy sauce, aromatic herbs and a large red chili, served on a bed of jasmine rice.

Lobby Level of Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, 925 Sultan Bin Zayed The First St, 6.30am to 10.30am, Dhs50.

(02) 698 8137

dusit.com

Café 28 @ Abu Dhabi Golf Club

According to the British, breakfast is best served fried. Diners can transport themselves to the iconic London streets with a Full English Breakfast at Café 28 @ Abu Dhabi Golf Club, complete with fried egg, chicken sausages, beef bacon, sautéed mushroom, hash brown and baked beans, and a side of toasted rustic bread.

Abu Dhabi Golf Club, Khalifa City A, Dhs89.

(02) 885 3555

abudhabigolfdining.com

Sofra Bld

Breakfast might be the only meal of the day if the Sofra Bld’s ultimate Greek feast has its way. The meal kicks off with marinated kalamata olives and feta cheese followed by tyropita – the legendary Greek cheese pie. Next up there’s scrambled eggs with fresh tomato and smoked beef, followed by dessert (yes dessert for breakfast) with preserved grapes cinnamon, rice pudding with mastic, and a sesame bar with tahina and honey.

Shangri-la Abu Dhabi, Khor Al Maqta, Qaryat al Ber, 6am to 10.30am (11.30am on weekends), Dhs120.

(02) 509 8505

shangri-la.com

No. FiftySeven Boutique Café

The brekkie American dreams are made of awaits at No. FiftySeven Boutique Café, the southern style dish consisting of buttermilk waffle and potato chips with sumptuous fried chicken nestled on top.

Building Two, Al Marasy, Al Bateen Harbour, Dhs45.

(02) 441 6100

@no57cafe

Coffee Architecture

If dreams of a trip to Istanbul are on the brain, head to Coffee Architecture at Mangrove Place and let the coffee aficionados prepare a delicious Baklava brioche special comprising filo pastry with organic butter, crushed pistachios and syrup. Wash it all down with free flowing qahwa.

Mangrove Place, Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, Dhs45.

(055) 446 3433

@coffee_architecture

Larte Abu Dhabi

Strolling through the streets of Rome searching for the best pizza is typically done around dinner time. However at Larte Abu Dhabi, they are giving the people what they want – breakfast pizza! Topped with mozzarella, cheese and eggs and served in the stunning interiors of the Italy inspired eatery.

Manarat Al Saadiyat, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Hwy, Saadiyat Island, Dhs55. Available noon to 2pm.

(02) 657 5888

@larte.abudhabi

Salama’s Restaurant

One of the capitals most sophisticated F&B concepts, Salama’s Restaurant is offering the best of Morocco with Moroccan baked eggs served with traditional tea and a slice of pastilla – traditional meat pie laced with cinnamon.

Al Quffal St, Marsa Al Bateen, noon to 11pm, Dhs95.

(02) 563 9484

@salamasrestaurant

Central Grounds

Central Grounds might be located in the Marriott Downtown, but their breakfast burrito will make diners feel like they’re on a trip to Mexico. Filled to the brim with scrambled eggs, beans, avocado, tomato, cheddar cheese and turkey bacon, the dish is also served with homemade fries.

Marriott Downtown, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed St, 6.30am to 7pm, Dhs65.

(02) 304 7777

@marriottdowntownad

CuiScene

With long weekends in Beirut a favorite for many, CuiScene has just the thing for those looking to enjoy some traditional Lebanese fare. A full spread of foul medames, cheese sambousek, grilled haloumi, falafel, tahina, hash browns, zaatar saj, labneh and Arabian bread awaits.

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr Khor Al Maqta, 7am to 10.30am, Dhs130.

(02) 654 3238

fairmont.com

Alba Terrace

Alba Terrace at The Abu Dhabi EDITION is preparing the ultimate French dish – their Brioche special edition French toast. Served in the elegant and vibrant restaurant, it provides a gateway to a lazy Parisian morning like no other.

The Abu Dhabi Edition, Al Bateen, Dhs85.

(02) 208 0000

editionhotels.com

Hawksbill Restaurant @ Saadiyat Beach Golf Club

A spin on the regular Irish breakfast, Hawksbill Restaurant @ Saadiyat Beach Golf Club believe breakfast is best served between bread. The incredible HawIrish Breakwich complete with beef bacon, corned beef scramble, chicken sausage, tomatoes, avocado, mayo and hash brown, served in soda bread sandwich.

Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Sheikh Khalifa Highway, Dhs89.

(02) 499 8100

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