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l Gattopardo, the glamorous Italian restaurant perched on the 51st floor of ICD Brookfield Place and inspired by the romance of the Italian Riviera, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Gold Star for Best Italian Wine List at the Star Wine List of the Year UAE Awards 2025, presented by World’s Best Sommelier, Raimonds Tomsons. The annual awards recognise the UAE’s most exceptional wine lists, spotlighting programmes that demonstrate exceptional curation, depth, sustainability and connoisseurship. Il Gattopardo also received the Silver Star for Best Newcomer, acknowledging its thoughtful approach to selection, its commitment to Italian heritage and the way its wine programme harmoniously elevates the restaurant's refined menu, placing it among the region’s leading voices in wine excellence. Il Gattopardo continues to refine its celebrated wine programme with the addition of world-class labels and thoughtfully sourced selections that showcase the depth and diversity of Italy’s most renowned regions. The Sommelier Selection includes notable wines such as the 2023 Giuseppe Quintarelli Bianco Secco (Veneto) and the 2017 Chardonnay, W...Dreams, Jermann (Friuli-Venezia Giulia), each chosen for its distinctive character, balance and ability to complement the menu. The selections are designed to pair seamlessly with signature dishes, including Branzino, a wild sea bass fillet served with acqua pazza sauce, clams and oregano, as well as Astice, featuring half native lobster with fettuccine in a rich lobster reduction. For richer dishes, the Bistecca Fiorentina, a 40-day aged Black Angus beef T-bone served with truffle and mustard jus, pairs beautifully with the 2022 Isole e Olena Chianti Classico (Tuscany). Meanwhile, Maltagliati pasta with slow-cooked beef cheek in a rich beef jus pairs seamlessly with the 2019 Mastroberardino Taurasi Radici (Campania), offering depth and structure to mirror the dish. With this distinguished honour from Star Wine List, Il Gattopardo further cements its status as a destination for elevated dining, distinguished craftsmanship and exceptional wine culture in the UAE. Where power lunches meet intimate dinners, aperitivo hour turns into late-night revelry and Italian flavours are reimagined for Dubai’s cosmopolitan crowd. A resident DJ sets the tone with retro Italian hits until 1:30am, infusing the space with a lively energy that makes Il Gattopardo a destination for both intimate gatherings and vibrant late-night celebrations.

Il Gattopardo Awarded Gold Star for Best Italian Wine List

Rachel Miller / January 8, 2026

Il Gattopardo at ICD Brookfield Place wins the Gold Star for Best Italian Wine List and Silver Star for Best Newcomer at the Star Wine List UAE Awards 2025.

Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk marks its 5th anniversary on Oct 29, 2025, with 'La Nuit,' a 4-hands dinner featuring Michelin-starred Chef Daniel Boulud and Chef Schilo Van Coevorden.

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Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk Celebrates 5th Anniversary with Michelin-Starred Chef Collaboration

Web Desk / October 12, 2025

Dubai, UAE – Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk is marking its fifth anniversary with a spectacular one-night-only ‘La Nuit’ experience. Taking

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Smoki Moto Dubai Unveils Two Exclusive Korean Dining Menus

Rachel Miller / October 12, 2025

Dubai, UAE: Calling all Korean food fans! Smoki Moto, Dubai’s first fully licensed Korean steakhouse, has unveiled two exclusive set

Langoustine and Cucumber at Dinner by Heston Blumenthal Dubai

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9 Must-Visit Fine Dining Restaurants in Dubai

Felicia Kansas R. / August 2, 2025

Dubai, UAE: When it comes to unforgettable dining experience, Dubai consistently raises the bar. From breathtaking underwater restaurants to those with a sky-high view of the cityscape, there are plenty of fine dining restaurants to pick from.
Here are nine fine dining restaurants, which promise much more than just a meal. They’re destinations in themselves, perfect for marking special occasions or simply indulging in the extraordinary.

Vera Versilia Opens at Kempinski Hotel: Dubai Welcomes Sophisticated Seafood Dining Inspired by Italian Riviera

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Vera Versilia debuts in Dubai: Sophisticated seafood dining inspired by Italian Riviera

Evangeline Elsa / July 28, 2025

Vera Versilia, a new sophisticated seafood restaurant inspired by the Italian Riviera, has officially opened in Dubai, offering an immersive culinary journey.

ALBA, in Downtown Dubai, introduces a striking new Japanese menu by Chef Vladimir Chistyakov, featuring premium wagyu, robata-grilled dishes, inventive maki, and unique desserts.

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ALBA Restaurant Downtown Dubai Unveils New Japanese Menu: Wagyu, Robata & More

Evangeline Elsa / July 12, 2025

ALBA, in Downtown Dubai, introduces a striking new Japanese menu by Chef Vladimir Chistyakov, featuring premium wagyu, robata-grilled dishes, inventive maki, and unique desserts.

Discover how Gerbou and Smoked Room in Dubai were selected among the World's Restaurants 2025 by Prix Versailles, celebrating design.

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Two Dubai Restaurants Named World’s Most Beautiful by Prix Versailles 2025 – Gerbou and The Smoked Room

Evangeline Elsa / June 19, 2025

Discover how Gerbou and Smoked Room in Dubai were selected among the World’s Most Beautiful Restaurants 2025 by the prestigious Prix Versailles, celebrating design excellence.

Experience Dragonfly's Metamorphosis Brunch with Michelin Bib Gourmand Chef Reif Othman every Saturday at The Lana Promenade, Dubai. Indulge in a four-course menu, free-flowing drinks, and dynamic entertainment with skyline views.

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Metamorphosis Brunch in pictures: Chef Reif Othman Transforms Saturdays at Dragonfly Dubai

Evangeline Elsa / June 16, 2025

Dubai, UAE: Looking for a brunch experience that’s anything but ordinary? Then you need to check out the Metamorphosis Brunch.Dragonfly by

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All about Maison Dali: Mediterranean-Japanese cuisine meets surreal art in Dubai

Evangeline Elsa / April 7, 2025

Dubai, UAE: Prepare to be captivated by Maison Dali, a groundbreaking new restaurant concept from Culinary Arts Group, now open at