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“COASTAL CUISINE” IS THE PICK OF THE DAY AT AL DANA,
THE NEW SIGNATURE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
OF SHARQ VILLAGE & SPA

Doha, Qatar - Sharq Village and Spa’s signature seafood restaurant Al Dana offers a front-row seat to paradise on one of Doha’s most stunning beaches.  This casually chic enclave is the only beachfront restaurant in Doha. Dining in the 118-seat offers guests a relaxing beachside sanctuary in a breathtaking Qatari-inspired setting. Other distinctive features include a visually exciting show kitchen and sushi counter where aspiring gourmets can follow the preparation of their meal. During the cooler winter months the relaxed and al fresco environment of the outdoor terrace offers stunning views over Doha bay, which makes for a casual dining spot as well as a perfect location for evening cocktails.

“Al Dana delivers a chic dining experience combined with the impeccable Ritz-Carlton service standards.  The design approach meets the high standards, for which The Ritz-Carlton brand is known, whilst the interior design evokes an authentic sense of place. The décor was inspired by the vibrant colours of the sea and the rugged landscape that are symbolic of Qatar” says Hoss Vetry the General Manager of Sharq Village and Spa.

Al Dana offers a diverse menu with cuisine meant to share with family and friends. The selections are light, healthy and filled with flavour. Here, the culinary focus is inspired by modern classics with an emphasis on seafood – a “Coastal Cuisine” that’s both sweet and savoury, triggering a wave of succulent and refreshing flavour with every bite.

Chef Buffille’s culinary brilliance is evident with dishes on the new menu such as foie gras three ways: pan fried, salted and foamed, Alaskan king crab, the famed Marseillaise fish soup-made of at least three different varieties of fish accompanied by sauce rouille, and garlic crouton. For the main course, guests may select whole fish from the fish market that either can be baked with lemon confit, roasted with coriander, cumin and chilli, or baked with tomatoes, olives and basil, or contemplate from the extensive a la carte menu. For those with a sweet tooth, there are plenty of delectable treats to satisfy the craving. The stellar dessert selection includes a classic vacherin with tropical fruit, strawberry delights and profiterole in lolly pops.

Al Dana’s interior design reflects Doha's marine life, with fanciful blown-glass light fixtures inspired by sea urchins, jelly fish and vibrant coral reefs. To complete the illusion of an underwater retreat, Al Dana features a large sea water aquarium located at the heart of the restaurant that is home to 30 species of tropical fish. 

Local patterns and traditional colours such as gold, bronze, copper, brown, deep blue, white and cream have been used in the lavish handmade furnishings, linen, crockery, ornaments and staff uniforms of the bistro, with an emphasis on local environmental factors.

For Restaurants reservations and more information on Sharq Village and Spa contact the hotel directly on 974 425 6666 or visit The Ritz-Carlton website: www.ritzcarlton.com.