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A Ristorante For Those Who Want To Spend A Night In Italy Without Leaving Dubai
Say Buonasera to your latest Italian dinner experience at Cucina tucked in the ground floor of the sprawling The Marriott, The Palm at the trunk of the scenic Palm Jumeirah. Tonight, you’ll be dining by the Mediterranean instead of the Arabian Sea.
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Mamma Mia, it’s like being in Italy!
Step inside Cucina and you’re instantly wrapped in that warm, rustic trattoria charm. Fresh pasta is rolled daily in the dedicated pasta room by Chef Marco Deriu himself, herbs grow in the in-house green room, and the bar is the perfect spot to sip an aperitivo before diving into dinner.
But the world of Cucina doesn’t stop there. Right outside, you’ll find Acquasale by Cucina, an open-air terrace where the pizza oven stays working hard. Authentic pies, playful spritz flavours, sea breeze, chill vibes. It’s very “Italian summer, but make it Dubai.”
And don’t forget Gelateria by Cucina, the cutest extension of them all, scooping up authentic gelato in loads of flavours, with dine-in and takeaway because cravings wait for no one.
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Entertainment for everyone
Benvenuto a Cucina! Think a fabulous crossover between casual comfort and refined dining and you have yourselves an unforgettable evening at Cucina. Every Friday and Saturday from 7 pm, the space comes alive with Jazz & Juice Nights, featuring a live trio filling the room with smooth jazz that feels straight out of a European piazza. You can also shoot for the Jazz & Juice package that gives you two hours of free-flow wine, negroni, and spritz for AED 165!
Before you realize it, you’ll surprisingly find yourself in Italy, completely observed in your decadently delicious food and laughing along with you stellar company. Not to mention that the lighting is warm and cozy, bright enough for all your insta-photos but still maintaining that intimate, inviting glow.
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Chef’s Kiss
Cucina just launched its biggest menu change since the day it opened, and the glow-up is real! Chef Marco Deriu crafted the new dishes straight from the heart, drawing on the flavours of his Sardinian upbringing:
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Here are some of the must-trys:
- Culurgiones Cacio e Pepe con Tartufo
A chef’s signature dish with hand-pinched Sardinian culurgiones, each filled with a creamy mix of potato, pecorino, mint, and fresh truffle shaved on top. Portion size is generous enough to share, but rich enough to enjoy as a standalone main.
- Fregola ai Frutti di Mare
This dish is Sardinia on a plate. The toasted fregola pasta has a beautiful nutty aroma, slowly cooked in a concentrated seafood broth until it absorbs every layer of flavour. The seafood is fresh, well-cooked, and portioned generously.
- Filetto Cacio e Pepe
A fresh twist on Italian tradition. The tenderloin is cooked perfectly, tender and juicy, but the star of the plate is the cacio e pepe raviolo served alongside it. The moment you cut into it, the creamy pecorino-pepper sauce spills out and blends with the meat jus, creating an incredibly rich mix of umami, spice, and creaminess. Portion-wise, it’s satisfying without feeling heavy.
With Lots of Love and Care, Your Cucina
The super friendly and attentive staff of Cucina are always on the alert for your needs. Their genuine care towards ensuring a perfect night for you will leave you feeling well looked after. Plus, the staff ensures to ask for food allergies or dietary restrictions beforehand, offering to customize dishes accordingly.
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Location? West Palm Beach
Don’t hold your breath waiting for the Italian visa appointment dates, treat yourself to Italy in Dubai instead!
Booking: www.sevenrooms.com/reservations/cucinathepalm/vanity-site
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