Dubai, UAE 05 April 2010: Indego by Vineet, Grosvenor House Dubai's exquisite contemporary Indian restaurant is set to open its terrace for those fair evenings, treating guests and revellers to a new tapas menu, offering sumptuous warm and cold creations courtesy of Michelin starred Chef Vineet Bhatia.

The opening of the Indego by Vineet terrace builds upon the restaurant's existing proposition, adding to it a relaxed al fresco atmosphere, where guests can spend an evening under the stars, whilst sharing the delectable tapas-styled delights on offer.

Commenting on the latest offering at Grosvenor House Dubai, Pam Wilby, Complex General Manager of Grosvenor House Dubai and Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort and Spa said, "We are absolutely delighted to be opening the terrace at Indego by Vineet, giving us the opportunity to experience another side of this exotic restaurant. Guests can now enjoy the company of friends and family in a relaxed outdoor setting, whilst the weather is still fantastic in the evenings, to share some of the wonderful tapas by Chef Vineet."

Spoiling diners, the new tapas menu is replete with mouth-watering options, including an interesting take on the traditional drink; Bloody Mary. This is served the Vineet Bhatia way - a Lassi-based shooter accompanied by Crab Golgappa. Other tapas options include a succulent Sun-Dried Tomato-Basil Chicken Tikka; delectable Goat Cheese 'Potli', Masala Rice Balls with Crisp Asparagus Spears; Stir-Fried Wasabi-Curry Leaf Prawns; Chilli-Lime Scallops and Saffron Mash; as well as a range of delicious Paratha Rolls, ordered with chicken, lamb or Paneer filling.

"The idea to open up the terrace and offer tapas-styled dining is two-fold: Dubai's weather is outstanding most of the year, making it the ideal location for a terraced-restaurant. The city is also home to people from many different nationalities and walks of life, and nothing brings people together better than an informal setting and an array of tapas," said Chef Vineet Bhatia.

Those with a sweet-tooth are not forgotten, as the menu offers a range of traditional bite-sized Indian sweets, including Rose-Petal Kheer, Lemon- Lime Shrikhand, Saffron Malai and Beetroot-Walnuts Halwa.

The terrace at Indego by Vineet is open 7 days a week from 7.00pm until midnight and on Thursday until 1.00am. For restaurant reservations please call: 04 317 6000. -Ends-

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