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Summer on a Plate: ALAYA’s New Sayf-Inspired Seasonal Menu Arrives

by Prarthana Mary

ALAYA invites diners on a sun-drenched journey through the Eastern Mediterranean with its newly launched “Flavours of Sayf” menu. Available daily from 4 PM to 8 PM at AED 250 per person, this curated experience blends Middle Eastern heritage with contemporary flair across a multi-course feast of cold and hot starters, mains, and desserts.

A Sensory Summer Retreat

Nestled in DIFC, ALAYA’s elegant marble-clad interiors and breezy terrace set the stage for an immersive dining experience. The menu—crafted for leisurely evenings—evokes the vibrant spirit of coastal Mediterranean cafés and bustling souks, offering a refined escape from Dubai’s heat.

Highlights from the Menu

🍽️ Cold Starters:

  • Creamy Muhammara (walnut, sweet pepper, pistachio)

  • Refreshing Fattoush Salad (tomato, cucumber, sumac)

  • Spiced Carrot Salad with crispy bulgur and yogurt

🔥 Hot Starters:

  • Golden Fried Calamari with za’atar leaves and harissa emulsion

  • Comforting Potato Harra

🍗 Mains:

  • Shish Kofte in traditional tomato sauce

  • Mediterranean Pasta with eggplant, soft cheese, and tomato

  • Shish Chicken with grilled vegetables

🍮 Sweet Finales:

  • Apricot Tart with cream cheese and vanilla ice cream

  • Pistachio Ice Cream topped with pomegranate

Why Dine Here?

✔️ Limited-time summer exclusivity (until August 2024)
✔️ ALAYA’s signature blend of tradition and innovation
✔️ Ideal for alfresco evenings in DIFC’s chic ambiance

“With ‘Flavours of Sayf,’ we wanted to capture the lightness and vibrancy of Mediterranean summers—where every dish tells a story of heritage and seasonal abundance,” says ALAYA’s Executive Chef.

Book your table now before this culinary journey concludes!
📍 ALAYA, DIFC
⏰ Daily, 4 PM–8 PM
💰 AED 250 per person

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