Saturday brunch, Sunday feasts and more delicious culinary journeys
Following the UAE government’s announcement that the public sector will now follow a Monday to Friday working week, COYA Abu Dhabi has already updated its weekly event schedule ready for the New Year.
Celebrating the introduction of the longer weekend, the Latin American hotspot presents a wide range of tempting culinary experiences that are designed to delight and enrapture every socialite and food connoisseur.
Monday to Friday Business Lunch
The legendary COYA set lunch menu has been adapted to fit the new four-and-a-half day working week.
Now available from Monday to Friday, guests are invited to elevate their lunch time by enjoying two vibrant courses of authentic Peruvian specialties for just AED 110 per person.
Ideal for a business meeting or catching up with friends, the set menu includes two delicate appetisers per diner, such as Chilean sea bass croquettes, Wagyu beef baos and salmon ceviche, plus one sumptuous main like grilled corn-fed baby chicken or slow-cooked beef ribs.
For a sweet conclusion, a portion of homemade traditional churros or a corn sundae can be added to the colourful culinary voyage for AED 30, while a selection of specially curated lunch drinks can also be purchased on an à la carte basis.
The COYA business lunch is now available from Monday to Thursday, 12pm to 4.15pm and Friday 12pm – 2.30pm for AED 110 per person.
Saturday Brunch
Lively, colourful and filled with fabulous dishes and enrapturing beats, COYA Abu Dhabi’s brunch experience is renowned as being one of the most fun events in the city.
From January, it will welcome a new chapter as it moves from Friday to Saturday. Providing the same incredible concept that Abu Dhabi residents and visitors know and love, guests can choose to dine inside in the vibrant and eclectic dining room, or outside on the iconic COYA terrace.
Offering a blissful al fresco dining experience, the panoramic views of the striking skyline of Downtown Abu Dhabi, and the sparkling waters of Al Maryah Island, COYA Abu Dhabi is an amazing place to absorb and appreciate the cool winter weather.
With each dish served straight to the tables by the charming staff, the feast starts with a superb selection of fresh salads, ceviches and maki rolls, plus tasty light bites such as the Chef Pang’s selection of grilled skewers, spicy tacos and beef ribs empanadas.
Following on from the creative appetisers, guests will take their pick from a choice of delicious mains. Featuring the best staples and flavour combinations of this truly uplifting and exciting cuisine, the specially curated menu features beef ribs, corn-fed baby chicken, Chilean sea bass rice pot, miso salmon and vegetarian quinoa with ricotta cheese and pumpkin iron pot.
Those wishing to further elevate their reimagined Saturday dining experience are also invited to try the char-grilled prawns for an additional AED90, or the Wagyu sirloin for a further AED200.
The Saturday Brunch will take place from 12:30pm to 4pm every week, with packages starting from AED 278 for soft drinks, AED 398 for house beverages and AED 578 for premium beverages.
Friday & Sunday Fin De Samana
COYA Abu Dhabi’s sensational Fin De Semana has now been adapted to present a sumptuous Friday and Sunday afternoon experience filled with incredible bites and happy memories.
Offering a four course culinary journey, guests are invited to relish in COYA’s signature ambiance, mouth-watering dishes and unbeatable views every Friday and Sunday.
The merry affair kicks off with a choice of two appetisers from a tempting selection of light bites. The menu spans salmon tacos, cucumber and apple salad, mixed seafood ceviche, wild mushroom ceviche, kale salad, corn salad, wagyu beef baos, tuna maki rolls, chicken skewers and more.
Meanwhile, guests can sample true Peruvian excellence through the choice of COYA Abu Dhabi trademark main courses. Guests are invited to choose one dish from a choice of slow-cooked beef ribs, grilled corn-fed baby chicken, salmon with miso or crispy potatoes with spicy tomatoes. Or, if diners fancy staying true to the theme and really going large for the weekend, they can also opt to try the premium plates of Peruvian potato and mushroom, Chilean sea bass rice, and spicy beef fillet for an extra cost of AED 50.
Finally, as the journey comes to a close, diners can start their evening on a sweet note by choosing between the divinely decadent chocolate fondant, chicha morada and churros platter.
But the fun doesn’t stop there. Complimenting this feast for the senses and helping friends to unwind and relax is two hours of unlimited wines, beers, speciality beverages and signature mixed drinks such as Aperol Spritz, Tommy’s Margarita, Whisky Sour, Peach Chilcano, Nitrotini and Moscow Mule, all expertly prepared by the skilled bartenders.
The Fin de Semana menu is available every Friday 2.30pm to 4pm and Sunday from 12:30pm to 3:30pm for AED 199 per person for food, and AED 169 per person for two hours off free-flowing beverages.
Sunday Pisco & Ceviche Masterclass
For those who are looking for an extra special weekend meal, COYA Abu Dhabi’s unforgettable Pisco and Ceviche Masterclass has now become a Sunday afternoon event.
A glorious exploration through Peruvian Cuisine, it invites food and beverage connoisseurs to learn how to mix sweet and refreshing pisco sours, Latin America’s most famous cocktail, and create three flavour-filled ceviches, the iconic national dish of Peru.
Starting in The Pisco Bar , the expert bar team will begin the journey by explaining the history behind the pisco, and demonstrating the craftsmanship behind it. Then, once each guest has prepared their delicious concoction, the experience is moved on through to the restaurant, where COYA’s highly skilled chefs present the fabulous traditions and techniques behind the wonderful tastes of ceviche.
Using a full array of fresh and quality ingredients, guests can immerse themselves in three delicious recipes: classic ceviche with seabass, salmon nikkei with celery juice, and spicy tuna ceviche with tiger juice.
Then, after the masterclass has concluded, participants are invited to sit back and close out the weekend with a sumptuous three-course meal of COYA favourites. This features starters like guacamole, corn salad, wild mushroom ceviche and wagyu beef baos, plus mains such as grilled corn-fed baby chicken, slow cooked beef ribs and Chilean sea bass rice iron pot.
Finally, the journey ends with a helping of authentic churros and milk chocolate sauce, or fruity sorbets.
The Ceviche and Pisco Masterclass experience takes place once a month on a Sunday, from 12:30pm to 4pm, priced AED 330 per person.