One of the finest Italian restaurants in Dubai is about to turn on its magical allure again, as Signor Sassi gets ready to host an exclusive five-day residency of Portofino’s most famous restaurant, thus bringing together the two iconic Mediterranean culinary destinations from December 10th to 14th.
The extravagant event will turn Giardino di Sassi into “L’Italian Riviera” from December 10th to 14th and finish with Evviva Brunch, a lively Riviera-inspired brunch, on Sunday, December 14th.
This residency is a rare opportunity to witness and taste the melting together of two different Italian culinary worlds: one is the legendary Knightsbridge influence and luxurious ambiance of Signor Sassi and the other is the absolute and fresh Ligurian Coast flavor of ö Magazín. This is truly a significant day in Dubai fine dining history, as it brings the most celebrated restaurant of Portofino literally to the doors of the emirate’s diners.
A Legacy of Mediterranean Excellence
Sisters Emilia and Simona Mussini established ö Magazín in 1991, and it was the old fishing net warehouse of Portofino that paved the way for the restaurant to be everyone’s favorite place to enjoy the best Ligurian cuisine. With Chef Roberto Villa at the helm, the restaurant not only became famous but also won awards worldwide for its lively and modern take on coastal cooking with simplicity, seasonality, and the best local seafood as its main points. Nowadays, the collective of ö Magazín consists of four different places along the Italian Riviera, where each one of them brings together the sea, tradition, and culinary skill as a theme.
An Immersive Ligurian Experience
From December 10th to 13th, guests will delight in the signature dishes of ö Magazín, which have been prepared specially for the Dubai setting in an à la carte dinner menu. Among the culinary highlights are the famous Spaghetti ö Magazín topped with exquisite mussel cream, chili, and toasted breadcrumbs, and Trofie al Pesto, a local classic that highlights Liguria’s basil heritage. The menu also comprises spectacular raw seafood presentations consisting of scampi and red prawns from Santa Margherita Ligure, along with an expertly curated selection of Italian coastal cocktails and wines that reflect the Mediterranean spirit.
The Evviva Brunch Finale
The residence comes to an end with a luxurious brunch inspired by the ö Magazín at the Evviva Brunch on December 14th, Sunday. This edition accentuates the vibrant and electric character of Portofino’s dining scene, bringing an upmarket Riviera touch to Signor Sassi’s renowned brunch. The setting will be filled with different sounds and songs, while the celebration will be accompanied by percussion instruments, whimsical banners, unrestrained dancing, and vibrant energy—showing the very quality of elegance together with happiness that both places represent.
Booking Your Experience
To make reservations and ask about the menu, guests can either go on signorsassidubai.com or check their Instagram page. This is one of the most exclusive culinary collaborations that Dubai has seen this year, and it is very advisable to book in advance to secure your spot at this unforgettable celebration of Italian excellence.
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