Palazzo Versace Dubai claims culinary world first

A restaurant that changes its dining concept and world-class chefs four times a year is set to open in January 2016 at Palazzo Versace Dubai, located on the foreshore of the Dubai Creek.

Enigma aims to take diners 'on an unexpected multi-sensory journey', according to a statement issued on Monday, and, as its name suggests, the restaurant will maintain secrecy and suspence surrounding its dishes.

Menus will remain confidential until diners are present and guests are able to pre-book their seats in advance through www.enigmadxb.com, just as they would for a theatrical performance.

The first of Enigma’s culinary masters is chef Quique Dacosta, whose eponymous restaurant in Spain holds three Michelin stars.

“It is incredible to bring my cuisine to other parts of the world. I'm thrilled to make my mark in Dubai under Palazzo Versace and I hope that diners enjoy Enigma and my culinary selection, which has deep Mediterranean roots and avant-garde influences, as much as I will enjoy the experience,” said Dacosta.

His 'Vanguard' culinary performance is scheduled to run from 10 January to 12 April 2016. 

“Enigma was conceptualised to emulate the very nature of our current lifestyle; fast paced, versatile and dynamic. Always innovating, evolving and creating anticipation.

"We want Enigma to be an exceptional dining experience people crave and yearn to keep up with, just like other highly desired commodities,” commented Patrick Robineau, hotel manager, Palazzo Versace.

“Additionally, the chefs selected are among the 50 best in the world, who have the culinary and creative prowess to reflect the Enigma persona and spirit, and deliver our vision."