We eat out and about in the city a lot and there is nothing better than getting an invite to try new cuisine at the glorious venue. Let us take your further with us on this foodie trip to MAZI. Mazi Abu Dhabi, Greek restaurant is already open at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi. This new venue is the first overseas branch of the London-based restaurant and aims to share classic Greek recipes with a modern twist. They surely brought something a little different to the capital.
MAZI, which means ‘together’ in Greek, references and revives Greece’s noble sharing tradition, which lies at the very core of our ethos.
Curated by entrepreneurs Christina and Adrien, the menu is unexpected and contemporary without alienating the Greek taste. It embodies the quintessence of Greek culture. The curator derive the inspiration from childhood memories and the Mediterranean table, and reinterpret them with a contemporary twist, The menu is designed to be shared by the whole table & each dish is served when it’s ready.
FOOD Rundown:
Their popular starter is the Jars which depicts their passion for Greek food, we tried two of them Fish Roe Mousse (hubby’s favorite) and spicy Tiropita, it was a perfect combo with the broken filo pastry. Sweet & chilly taste was addictive. Serving is generous for each Jar hence perfect for sharing. Simple in colors but such bold flavor made our day! Sea Bream tartare has such a stimulating combination of flavors, the avocado mousse is a smooth and addictive combo, and it is a perfect start!
Hot plates are impactful with authentic Greek flavors and their own innovative twist. Courgette cakes & Feta Tempura was our favorite. It placed a strong emphasis on sharing a feast of small dishes. Caper meringue & lemon marmalade on top of Feta tempura act as magic act and made it bursting with flavor. Shiitake Mushroom with Potato moussaka was probably the only average dish I tasted last night at MAZI, I was expecting the dish not a bit deconstructed rather.
Grand mama’s Meatballs are so genuine while relying only on the finest fresh ingredients and simple techniques to achieve the best results. In addition, OMG the best from the night we tasted. The crunchy handmade crisps were mouthwatering. From their signature dishes, we tried Black truffle Chicken. It was melting in the mouth and has great textures and presentation. Flavor amalgamation from perfectly sourced fresh ingredients transported diners back to Greece.
Our desserts were innovative, vibrant, playful, fresh & engaging in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Loukoumades with a touch of Mediterranean flavors were made with chocolate love. Further drizzled upon with the finest lavender honey sourced from the best. Pistachio Parfait with strawberry & Melon coulis has a small portion. It offers a contemporary Greek dessert hint.
Overall Experience:
The food was nothing less than the vision. The presentation & innovative captivate us so does the tasty and refined Greek food. They alter the traditional Greek table old-time classic recipes with a reinterpret modern twist in a “fine-casual” environment. Mazi attracts families and child-friendly surrounding proves its popularity as a venue to be enjoyed by all ages.
Dining at MAZI Abu Dhabi is a social and sharing experience for team @mahiblog. Thank you Mazi Abu Dhabi for a mesmerizing culinary journey around Greece indulging in the history, scenery and incredible flavors. What makes MAZI Abu Dhabi so unique for us is an overall holistic experience with exceptional food and fun at the same time. Highly Recommended!
The restaurant will be the latest edition to the hotel joining Buddha-Bar Beach Abu Dhabi, Olea, Sontaya, and The Drawing Room. For more information visit www.stregissaadiyatisland.com