AMARU Restaurant & Lounge has unveiled ‘Chef’s Journey’, an immersive multi-course dining experience celebrating the bold flavours, fire-led cooking and rich culinary traditions of Latin America. Available daily at Souk Madinat Jumeirah, the experience invites guests to discover the continent through four curated menus, each offering a distinct perspective on AMARU’s culinary philosophy. Guests can choose from the signature AMARU Journey Menu, the plant-forward Vegetarian Journey Menu, the concise Chef’s Selection, or the premium Chef’s Signature – each thoughtfully crafted to showcase the diversity, heritage and contemporary creativity that define Latin American cuisine.
The AMARU Journey experience opens with AMARU’s signature Guac-Guac, before progressing through a curated selection of starters that celebrate the vibrancy of Latin American cuisine. Highlights include the Arepa Reina Pepiada, Smoked Tuna Tiradito and Beef Empanada, each showcasing bold flavours, premium ingredients and the region’s diverse culinary influences.
The journey continues with the Truffle Corn Salad, followed by the restaurant’s acclaimed 36-Hour Asado Negro, a Venezuelan-inspired short rib that embodies the artistry of fire-led cooking. Savoury courses including Eggplant a la Brasa and Yucas pave the way for a decadent finale with the warm Dulce de Leche Fondante, bringing the experience to a memorable close. The AMARU Journey Menu is available for AED 350 per person with a minimum of two guests.
Guests choosing the Vegetarian Chef’s Journey, priced at AED 300 per person, can expect an equally immersive culinary experience featuring Shiitake Anticucho, Harvest Empanada, Roasted Cauliflower and Eggplant a la Brasa, before ending on a sweet note with AMARU’s signature churros served alongside dulce de leche and dark chocolate.
Beyond the AMARU Journey and Vegetarian Journey menus, guests can further elevate their dining experience with two additional tasting formats: the Chef’s Selection Menu at AED 450 per person and the premium Chef’s Signature at AED 950 per person.
The Chef’s Selection Menu features a curated progression of signature dishes including Octopus Yuzu Ceviche, Tuna Tostada, Coxinha & Foie, Slow Cooked Beef Taco, Grilled Octopus and Chops del Altiplano, offering a refined introduction to AMARU’s bold culinary identity. For the ultimate gastronomic experience, the Chef’s Signature showcases the restaurant’s finest creations, from Pacific Gold Ceviche, King Crab and Scallops del Fin del Mundo to Wagyu Anticucho, Patagonian Ancestral and Chargrilled Rib Eye, concluding with both AMARU Churros and Dulce de Leche Fondante.
Beyond the cuisine, Chef’s Journey unfolds as a multi-sensory celebration where AMARU’s signature 360° projection mapping, immersive visuals inspired by Latin American mythology, live DJ performances and captivating entertainment come together to create an unforgettable atmosphere. More than a tasting menu, it is an invitation to experience the flavours, traditions and vibrant spirit of Latin America through every course.
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What: Chef’s Journey Experiences
Experience Options:
AMARU Journey Menu: AED 350 per person (Minimum two guests)
Vegetarian Journey Menu: AED 300 per person (Minimum two guests)Chef’s Selection Menu: AED 450 per person
Chef’s Signature: AED 950 per person
Availability: Daily from 6:00 PM onwards
Cuisine: Contemporary Latin American
Highlights: Guac-Guac, Smoked Tuna Tiradito, 36-Hour Asado Negro, Truffle Corn Salad, Pacific Gold Ceviche, Wagyu Anticucho and Dulce de Leche Fondante
Experience: Immersive 360° projection mapping, live DJ performances and live entertainment
Reservations: 04 227 5881 | 050 263 7060
