New recognition for Mumtaz Mahal and Silk Route at Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa

Honored with white hats by What's On 'The Black Hat Guide'

Dubai, UAE (July 23, 2013): Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa, located in the heart of the ancient cultural district and diplomatic enclosure of Dubai, today announced that two of its restaurants namely Mumtaz Mahal and Silk Route have been recognized and awarded white caps in What's On 'The Black Hat Guide'.

Mumtaz Mahal restaurant has been awarded 2 White hats in the price category of ‘up to Dhs 249' for its exceptional level of cuisine and service. It is by far one of the most recognized Indian restaurants reputed for its Mughlai cuisine, unmatched service and family entertainment. Silk Route restaurant has been awarded 1 White hat in the price category of ‘Up to Dhs 249' for it's an authentic Thai Chinese cuisine and service.

The annual release of The Black Hat Guide is a major talking point in the restaurant industry, as chefs, restaurant staff, restaurateurs and food writers discover which restaurants have been awarded the highly coveted three-hat rating for exceptional performance in their price category. The team of culinary connoisseurs at What's On has spent the last 12 months critiquing more than 1,200 restaurants in Dubai and Abu Dhabi to assess the standard of the food and service using The Black Hat Guide's unique rating system. The most exceptional in their price category (based on a meal for two excluding drinks) have been awarded from one to three hats. The three price brackets are: Up to Dhs249, Dhs250 to Dhs749 and Dhs750+.

Habib Khan, General Manager, Arabian Courtyard Hotel and Spa, said “We are happy to receive these white caps for two of our most prestigious restaurants at Arabian Coutryard. Our team members at both the restaurants strive to offer our guests a memorable experience by providing friendly and personalized service.”

Mumtaz Mahal restaurant is open for lunch from Saturday to Thursday from 12noon to 3pm and daily for dinner from 7pm till late boasts the talent of Sitar Maestro Ustad Atta Khan to mesmerize you whilst enjoying the culinary treats of Chef Thulu Babu.

Silk Route, overlooking the historic Dubai Museum, delivers an authentic Thai Chinese dining experience. It is open for lunch from Saturday to Thursday from 12noon to 3pm and daily for dinner from 6.30pm, diners can enjoy a meal out doors or in the comfort of the tastefully decorated interiors. Two cuisines under one roof make Silk Route your next dining destination.

For bookings call: 04 351 9 111 or email your queries to: fbd@arabiancourtyard.net