FOUR SEASONS HOTEL BAKU, AZERBAIJAN
The dining venues at Four Seasons Hotel Baku capture the city’s blend of cosmopolitan elegance and deep cultural heritage. Each space has its own atmosphere, yet all share the hotel’s commitment to refined hospitality. Zafferano, the signature restaurant, draws from Mediterranean influences interpreted with clarity and subtlety, offering dishes shaped by seasonal produce and relaxed sophistication. Eyvan Terrace adds a sense of romance to the experience, with open-air seating that brings guests closer to the charm of t of the city while serving light, flavorful plates ideal for leisurely evenings. Bentley’s offers a contrasting mood, with its intimate wood-paneled interior and curated selection of fine spirits creating a classic European lounge setting. Piazza, the hotel’s café, brings a brighter rhythm to the day with pastries, light meals, and an inviting street-level ambiance. Together, these venues form a culinary journey that reflects both modern Baku and its timeless hospitality traditions.
SEXY FISH DUBAI, UAE
Sexy Fish Dubai brings a vivid burst of color, glamour, and playful sophistication to the DIFC dining scene. The restaurant is an immersive environment where art, design, music, and cuisine converge in a way that feels theatrical yet meticulously curated. Its interiors, created with signature boldness, feature shimmering installations, striking sculptures, and aquatic motifs that echo the brand’s London origins while embracing the opulence of Dubai. The cuisine draws heavily from contemporary Japanese inspiration, celebrating premium seafood and robata grilling with a sense of flair. Dishes balance modern creativity with polished technique, resulting in plates that feel indulgent, expressive, and perfectly attuned to the restaurant’s lively atmosphere. Sexy Fish Dubai caters to guests who want dining to feel like an event, where the energy builds throughout the evening and each course adds a new layer to the experience.
SHIKI JAPANESE FINE DINING I BRASSERIE | BAR VIENNA, AUSTRIA
SHIKI Japanese Fine Dining | Brasserie | Bar in Vienna blends Japanese precision with European elegance, shaped by a philosophy that values purity of flavor, thoughtful technique, and contemporary creativity. The restaurant’s atmosphere reflects founder Joji Hattori’s dual passions for gastronomy and music, resulting in a space where refinement and rhythm coexist. Calm, minimal lines guide the design, allowing the focus to fall on the food itself. SHIKI’s menu draws on both traditional Japanese methods and modern culinary expression, giving familiar dishes renewed depth through subtle layering and seasonal nuance. The kitchen emphasizes clarity and balance, treating each ingredient with care so the flavors remain clean and resonant. Whether guests choose the fine dining room, the brasserie, or the bar, they encounter cooking that celebrates heritage without being bound by it. SHIKI stands as one of Vienna’s distinctive culinary destinations, inviting diners into a world where Japanese sensibility meets European sophistication.
HOTEL DE PARIS MONTE-CARLO, MONACO
High above the Principality, our evening at Le Grill unfolded as a celebration of Riviera elegance at its most rarefied. Perched on the eighth floor of the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, this Michelin-starred institution offers an experience that begins long before the first dish arrives.
As we stepped into the dining room, the panorama immediately commanded attention. The Mediterranean stretched endlessly from the Monegasque skyline towards the Italian coast, a luminous backdrop that set the tone for an unforgettable night.
Le Grill is a place where atmosphere and emotion intertwine effortlessly. There is a sense of occasion in the air, a feeling that one is participating in a ritual long cherished by generations of discerning diners. For readers of Durrah, this is Riviera dining in its purest and most elevated form, where heritage and contemporary refinement coexist seamlessly.
At the heart of the experience lies an ode to the Mediterranean, expressed with clarity and confidence. Under the guidance of Executive Chef Dominique Lory of the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo and Chef Julien Lasseaux, the cuisine pays homage to the coast through pristine, seasonal ingredients and a mastery of the traditional skewer grill. The approach is honest and vibrant, allowing the natural character of each product to shine.
Our table became a journey through sunlit flavors and maritime freshness. King prawns from the Gulf of Genoa captured the sweet essence of the sea, while the free range herbed young chicken delivered depth and aromatic warmth rooted in regional tradition. The finale was nothing short of iconic. The Grand Marnier soufflé arrived light and ethereal, its citrus notes lingering delicately and confirming its status as a signature that defines Le Grill itself.
This excellence is anchored in a philosophy of profound respect for ingredients. The chefs’ close relationships with regional producers, farmers and fishermen ensure that every element on the plate reflects shared values of authenticity, sustainability and passion. It is a commitment felt in the purity of flavor and the confidence of execution, offering quiet reassurance to those who understand that true luxury begins at the source.
Wine plays an equally vital role in the narrative. With access to the legendary cellar of the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, Head Sommelier Mathias Negro elevates pairing into an art form. His guidance is thoughtful and precise, matching robust grilled dishes and delicate seafood with selections that enhance rather than overshadow. Each recommendation felt personal, enriching the experience with another layer of refinement.
Architecturally, Le Grill is a triumph suspended between sky and sea. Clean lines and blue accents echo the Mediterranean, while the retractable roof transforms the space into an open air sanctuary on fine evenings. Dining beneath the stars, high above Monaco’s lights, is both cinematic and intimate, a moment where time seems to slow
Every detail, from the elegant dress code to the impeccable service, preserves the restaurant’s rarefied ambience. In every sense, Le Grill stands as a global landmark. It is Monegasque chic at its zenith, where luxury is not only tasted, but truly lived.
