Dinner with a view at Palm Grill, the Ritz-Carlton Dubai
Dinner with a view at Palm Grill, the Ritz-Carlton Dubai

Dubai’s status as a ‘hub’ means that the likelihood of networking with someone for whom the city isn’t home is high.

As residents, the inclination when faced with a newbie is well, to show off a little bit and Palm Grill at The Ritz-Carlton offers your guest the chance to enjoy the city’s ambience while your superior judgment is affirmed.

The menu, with its high-end seafood, is impressive. Start with  the Classic Ceviche, a blend of sea bass, octopus and corn in a piquant lime infusion before sharing a basket of fritto misto or perhaps the corn-fed chicken pinxito. Dishes lend themselves to sharing, affirming the new bond you have forged with your dining partner; the beach-themed drinks will go some way towards furthering that.

Mains comprise a selection of dishes including sea bass, king prawns and yellowfin, while carnivores are catered for with lamb, ribs, steak and chicken all served with a selection of steakhouse-style sides.

While there’s certainly a lot to be said for a concisely curated lunch menu for daytime eating, efficient swiftness should give way to a relaxed experience after hours, with the focus on ensuring your guest has a great time. After all, we choose to work with the people we like, and with its beachside setting, Palm Grill lends itself to turning that prospect into a grateful and well-fed friend.