One thing people that live in Dubai tend to do a lot, is
travel. And the advantage of jetting here, there and everywhere – bar the
incredible air miles – is the treasures they bring back to the UAE. Case in
point? The oh-so silky Burrata cheese. A few years ago this humble Italian
delicacy began popping up on the fanciest menus in our city, and now, there are
tons to choose from. Here are the top six…

La Petite Maison

When burrata (with tomatoes and basil – AED 95) is
served as the signature dish of one of Dubai’s chicest restaurants, you know
it’s not a menu item to overlook. Home to the glossy posse, with taste palettes
as expensive as the shoes on their feet, the La Petite Maison clientele in DIFC
will have no doubt sampled this delicately creamy, yet robust, cheese first
hand in Italy, and LPM (as regulars know it) is guaranteed to whisk you there
in just one mouthful.

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La Serre

Yes, there is a great deal of comparison between French
fancies LPM and La Serre, but bar a few menu similarities (which, let’s face it
happens in most luxurious restaurants specialising in food from a certain
region) they have completely different vibes. While the rich and smooth burrata
here (AED 95) is served minimally with wonderfully ripe tomatoes, its light and
airy Downtown Boulevard setting feels that bit more relaxed than its DIFC
counterpart. It is the ideal place for a simple lunch with a sophisticated
edge, just like burrata itself.

Roberto’s

What Roberto’s in DIFC don’t know about Italian fare, isn’t
worth knowing. Their burrata is the most expensive of the recommendations here
at AED 105, but well worth those extra dirhams. In this stylish, yet homely
restaurant, you are served a warm shell of fresh burrata (with plenty of those
slightly chewy and creamy strips), along with sweet cherry tomatoes and fresh
garden basil. It is fragrant, generous and will have you going back time and
again.

Sass Cafe

Just like Sass Cafe itself, the burrata served here is a bit
flashy, very swanky, and defiantly dedicated to being different. With their
hunk of milky cheese served with truffle honey and grilled peach (AED 95), this
party spot have made a usually predictable dish as exciting as the mixed drinks
that also feature on its menu. This is a dressed up take on a classic, yet the
adventurous play with such an iconic dish pays off. It’s really, really
delicious.

Qbara

Wafi Mall’s trendy Qbara offers yet another unique take on
burrata, with theirs coming paired alongside fava beans, minted peas and
kalamata (AED 95). While it may not be the most expected style of serving, it’s
definitely memorable – for all the right reasons. The smooth and almost sweet
flavour of the cheese is beautifully accented with the freshness of the garden
herb and earthy salad, making you appreciate it in a whole new way. Top marks.

Eataly

For those seeking a little fine dining alongside their
spending activities, Eataly is a game changer. They serve a hearty – and delish
– portion of fresh burrata cheese atop a bed of warm and rich pomodoro sauce,
finished with a customary dash of basil for a not too costly AED 75. With
convenient locations in both Dubai Mall and Festival City, a casual trip to the
shops could transport you further than you think.

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