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Saadiyat Beach brings fine dining to après-golf in Abu Dhabi The magnificent Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, designed by golf legend Gary Player and the Arabian Gulf’s first and only beachfront course, is aiming for a gastronomic ‘hole-in-one’ with the launch of the Hawksbill Restaurant – the UAE’s latest top-class dining experience. The Hawksbill Restaurant is named after the protected turtle that hatches its eggs in the warm sands of Saadiyat Island's beaches, and is set to provide a a refreshing and delicious alternative to most other post-game venues, which content themselves with serving a quick bite and a cool beverage.
Situated in the intimate Academy Building, the restaurant has comfortable indoor seating and a sweeping terrace overlooking the spectacular contours of the golf course and its 120-yard wide floodlight instruction area. and boasts a menu to suit all occasions. “We really wanted to make a family friendly restaurant that had its own identity. The restaurant provides a relaxing homely environment where the service is friendly yet unobtrusive, the decor warm and inviting, and the food is designed to please golfers and non-golfers alike with a wide range of mouth-watering dishes,” said John Gunn, Director of Food & Beverage, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club. “With service that is genuine and personal, in an impeccably chic and ambient setting, the Hawksbill Restaurant serves up the perfect way to relax after a day on the course, or for those just looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of city-life,” continued Gunn.
The 140-seater restaurant's menu is truly international, with a diverse array of dishes from all corners of the globe including Europe and the Far East, giving guests the chance to combine their courses from a variety of cultures. “With more than 60 dishes from around the world, I think you’ll always find something you like – from a Thai-inspired hearty soup, pan-seared salmon steaks, to a lightly infused salad to enjoy over lunch with friends. We also have an outdoor fire pit, which gives our offering a distinctively Middle Eastern flair,” added Mr Gunn. Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC), the Abu Dhabi-based master developer of Saadiyat Island and its Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, has put extra emphasis on creating a dining environment that appeals to the wide-diversity of expected visitors, and also reflects the stunning natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes.
Throughout the Hawksbill Restaurant, dark wood-panelled walls, tables and chocolate brown chairs are contrasted by white ceilings and an abundance of natural light streaming through from the outdoor terrace. Splashes of brown and grey are seen in the dining chairs and smaller decorative pieces to punctuate the fusion element featured throughout. Initially open from 6am-10pm daily, the restaurant will also cater to corporate clients who can take advantage of its sweeping garden terrace to host functions for up to 250 people, with majestic views of Abu Dhabi city for a back-drop Designed to meet Estidama regulations - the Abu Dhabi-specific building sustainability methodology – the 18,000sqm clubhouse is scheduled for completion in 2012 and will include a boutique hotel with 26 deluxe rooms, two restaurants, a spa and a pro-shop. Managed by Troon Golf, the world’s largest golf management company, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club is the flagship sports facility on Saadiyat Beach, one of the world’s most premium and stylish destinations. More news items about Saadiyat Beach:
• Saadiyat Beach named 'Best Golf Course' at Property Awards (29/10/10)
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