The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah will be offering guests a variety of seasonal treats, from tree lighting ceremonies to decadent feasts, spectacular New Year’s Eve gala dinners and a brilliant fireworks display
Escape to the desert this festive season at The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert and The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach for a magical seasonal experience. Guests can enjoy a range of experiences from indulgent dinners to unique festive activities and awe-inspiring New Year’s fireworks at the luxurious resorts this holiday season.
THE RITZ-CARLTON RAS AL KHAIMAH, AL WADI DESERT
Begin the festive season with a signature Christmas tree lighting ceremony
Kick off seasonal festivities with The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert’s captivating Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Exclusively for hotel guests, this special event includes immersive activities for children, live appearance from visitors from the North Pole and a musical performance by the resort’s resident choir, making for a truly magical holiday experience for the entire family.
When: 9th December 2022 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Tasty festive treats with gingerbread house decorating at Paddock Café
Kids big and small alike can enjoy a truly memorable interactive festive treat with a fun Gingerbread house decorating session this December at Paddock Café. Children can get creative with custom gingerbread hampers including delicious candy cones, toasty marshmallows and more with the Ritz-Carlton’s expertly led team of chefs, all accompanied with fresh juices and baked delights.
When: 10th, 11th. 17th, 18th and 24th December from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Offer: AED 135 per child (between 4 to 12 years old)
Festive afternoon tea at Farmhouse
Indulge in the flavours of the festive season with The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert’s afternoon tea. This decadent event seamlessly marries together signature tea blends, French bubbles and a wide variety of delectable sweet treats and savory hors d’oeuvres including foie gras torchon, truffle egg, house salmon, turkey sliders, mince pies, stolen, yule log, spice scones, Devonshire cream, house curated jams, for perfect seasonal get-together with friends and loved ones.
When: 11th, 18th December 2022 (Sat. & Sun.) from 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Offer: AED 160 per person inclusive of Festive afternoon high tea and hot beverages
AED 260 per person inclusive of Festive afternoon high tea and two glasses of French bubbles
A rustic Christmas retreat at Farmhouse
Make merry this Christmas Eve with a rustic and fresh take on traditional festive favorites at Farmhouse restaurant. With a rich menu that utilizes the freshest organic ingredients, Farmhouse offers a chic à la carte seasonal dining experience featuring signature premium Australian cuts, Wagyu beef and more.
When: Christmas Eve 24th December 2022 from 6:30pm to 11pm
Offer: Á la carte dining
Christmas Eve Dinner at Kan Zaman
This Christmas Eve, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert will be offering a decadent Kan Zaman buffet, with delicious international and Arabic inspired dishes. Highlights of the buffet include a cold seafood bar, salmon ceviche, roast turkey, live BBQ, lamb roast, Brussels sprouts and traditional festive deserts as well as live oriental performances setting the tone for a magical evening.
When: Christmas Eve, 24th December 2022 from 6:30pm to 10:30pm
Offer: AED 350 inclusive of soft beverages
AED 475 inclusive of house beverages
A Christmas chronicle at Kaheela
Kaheela invites guests to enjoy a memorable, Christmas Brunch buffet with a unique Middle Eastern twist including enchanting live music. The brunch spread features mouthwatering dishes including oysters, shrimps, rillettes, gravlax, roast turkey, beef Wellington beef, duck confit, Yorkshire pudding, Christmas pudding, stollen, yule log. The experience is completed with gifts for the little ones, delivered by everyone’s favorite visitor from the North Pole.
When: Christmas Day, 25th December 2022 from 12:30pm to 4:00pm
Offer: AED 395 soft beverages
AED 525 house beverages
Grand Christmas Day at Farmhouse
Make this season special with a family style culinary experience at the resort’s award winning restaurant, Farmhouse. Feel the warmth of the holiday season and indulge in a festive inspired brunch with an array of dishes including foie gras terrine, crab cakes, poached shrimps, roast turkey, seabass, USDA beef, panettone, festive tarts and a decadent yule log. This luxurious feast can be enjoyed alongside live musical performances and stunning views of the desert at the resort’s watering hole, which is frequented, by Arabian Oryz and gazelle.
When: Christmas Day, 25th December 2022 from 12:30pm to 4:00pm
Offer: AED 475 soft beverages
AED 575 house beverages
AED 675 premium house beverages including bubbles
Spectacular New Year’s Eve Gala Dinners at Kan Zaman and Farmhouse
For an unforgettable evening ringing in the New Year, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert offers guests magnificent gala dinner celebrations with a winning combination of spectacular food, electric atmosphere with live music and a mesmerizing desert backdrop. Kan Zaman will offer a wide selection of Mediterranean tapas and refreshing beverages under the soft lunar glow, whereas Farmhouse is perfect for families and groups seeking to indulge in an extensive spread of special dishes and tipples. The celebration will continue with the Countdown Party at Kan Zaman valley with a French sparkling toast.
Kan Zaman
Sumptuous buffet offering international cuisines, from cold seafood bar, selection of grilled meats, roasts and a choice of other delicacies to indulge upon.
When: 31 December 2022 from 8:00pm to Midnight
Offer: AED 800 soft beverages
AED 1,700 premium house beverages
AED 400 per child 6-12
Farmhouse
A set 5 course set menu offering the best that Farmhouse delivers including oysters, caviar, truffle fritters, Froie graux, Wagu beef and a delectable desert.
When: 31 December 2022 from 8:00pm to 11:30pm
Offer: AED 1,100 soft beverages
AED 1,999 premium house beverages
AED 600 per child 6-12
New Year’s countdown celebration at Kan Zaman
Make merry this New Year’s Eve at The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert’s premium selection of house beverages at Kan Zaman this New Year’s Eve. Festivities will start at 11:30pm as the DJ takes over the decks followed by a sparkling toast ahead of the New Year as the countdown begins.
When: 31 December 2022 from 11:30pm till Midnight
Offer: One glass of Champagne to all guests – complimentary. Open bar as per guest consumption
Private New Year’s Eve celebrations
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert’s will be offering guests luxurious in-villa dining experiences to welcome 2023. These decadent offerings will include a festive BBQ style menu, along with beverages of their choice. These experiences can take place within the guest’s private villas, secluded destinations with private chef and butler or alternatively at the stunning and historic Al Wadi Tower.
When: 31 December 2022
Offer: AED 5,000 per couple for Destination Dining Platforms inclusive of French sparkling and premium beverages
AED 15,000 per couple for Al Wadi Tower with a five-course festive set menu inclusive of French sparkling and premium beverages
New Year’s Day resolution brunch at Kaheela
Kaheela welcomes guests for a fresh and revitalizing brunch, to kick off 2023 in style. The tasty brunch will include a range of delicacies such as oysters, shrimps, rillettes, gravlax, salmon Wellington, duck confit, eggs benedict made to order, freshly baked pastries and much more.
When: 1st January 2023 from 12:30pm to 4:00pm
Offer: AED 265 soft beverages
AED 375 house beverages
AED 125 per child (between 6 to 12 years old)
THE RITZ-CARLTON RAS AL KHAIMAH, AL HAMRA BEACH
Christmas tree lighting at Shore House
Join The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach’s renowned hospitality team in lighting the resort’s spectacular Christmas tree. Staged especially for in-house guests to spread festive cheer to hotel guests and local residents, the ceremony will be accompanied by an array of savory hot and cold canapés, as well as signature tipples.
When: 8th December 2022 from 5:45pm to 6:15pm
A decadent Christmas Eve dinner at Shore House
Inclusive of decadent dishes such as roast turkey, Christmas pudding and traditional stolen and pantone, this is the tastiest way to indulge this Christmas Eve with dinner at Shore House. This scrumptious five course set menu, set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the Arabian Gulf, friends and families are invited for a gourmet evening of fine dining and festive cheer.
When: Christmas Eve 24th December 2022 from 6.30pm to 10:30pm
Offer: AED 399 soft beverages
AED 545 house beverages
AED 199 per child (between 6 to 12 years old)
The ultimate Private Christmas Eve dinner at the Beach Deck
The destination offers guests a private experience with culinary delights and a stunning beach backdrop this festive season, they can opt for the destination’s bespoke, four-course Christmas Eve Dinner at Beach Deck. A group of 15 guests at a minimum can privatize and experience an unforgettable evening with a decadent menu including Hamachi and ikura crudo, jumbo prawns and wagyu beef tenderloin.
When: 24th December 2022 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Offer: AED 399 soft beverages
AED 545 house beverages
The Christmas Day seafood dinner at Beach Deck
For a luxurious seafood and grill dining experience at Beach Deck, the festive dinner will capture the magic of the season with a 4-course family-styled brunch with a special visit from the man in red from the North Pole. Guests can indulge in dishes from land and sea with options that include fresh fine de Claire’s oysters, salmon crudo, tuna ceviche and Canadian lobster.
When: 25th December 2022 from 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Offer: AED 355 soft beverages
AED 499 house beverages
AED 695 premium beverages
AED 175 per child (between 6 to 12 years old)
The New Year’s Eve gala dinner at Shore House
Ring in the New Year with an exceptional New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Shore House with an exclusive six course set dinner menu featuring decadent gourmet treats. With dishes, including pan-fried oyster, wagyu beef tenderloin sear-fried foie gras and glazed duck, the star-lit al fresco dinner is the quintessential way to complete the year. The decadent meal will be accompanied by a smooth saxophonist playing atmospheric music throughout the evening, followed by a DJ spinning tracks. Guests will then be invited to enjoy a sparkling firework display lighting up the desert night sky and welcoming in 2023.
When: New Year’s Eve, 31st December 2022 from 7:30pm to 11.30pm
Offer: AED 1,999 premium beverages and French sparkling
AED 999 for children between 13 to 17 years old
AED 599 for children between 6 to 12 years old
Exclusive New Year’s Eve dinner at Beach Deck
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach welcomes guests celebrate the New Year in style. The dinner is accompanied by an awe-inspiring fireworks display over the Arabian Gulf while the private four-course menu takes place, inclusive of grilled scallops, black onyx rib eye with fresh back truffle, accompanied by an atmospheric live performance by a professional saxophonist to toast the New Year with premium beverages and French sparkling.
When: New Year’s Eve, 31st December 2021 from 8:00pm to 11:30pm
Offer: AED 1,899 premium beverages and French sparkling with a minimum booking for 20 people
Al Shamal Villa New Year’s Eve gala dinner
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach is offering guests staying at one of the luxurious Al Shamal Villas a private celebratory dinner served within their cabana or viewing deck. This package is offered exclusively for couples, accompanied by midnight fireworks and a 5-course set menu dinner.
When: New Year’s Eve, 31st December 2021 from 8:00pm to 11:30pm
Offer: AED 1,999 per couple for premium beverages and French sparkling with private romantic set up
