UAE: 18 January 2015

Asia de Cuba, the internationally renowned Chino-Latino restaurant, lounge and beach deck has officially opened its doors in Abu Dhabi. Boasting a landmark address at the St. Regis', Nation Towers Beachfront on the Corniche, food aficionados are invited to step inside and be taken on a Chino-Latino culinary adventure.

Regarded as one of North America's most iconic restaurant brands, Asia de Cuba Abu Dhabi has been designed to blend a vibrant, upbeat atmosphere with an innovative menu featuring its signature modern Chino-Latino cuisine. Created by Cuban-born Asia de Cuba Executive Chef, Luis Pous, the menu is rooted in the Asian influence on Cuban food and culture from Havana's Chinatown; 'El Barrio Chino de la Habana', one of the oldest and largest in Latin America. It is by drawing on this cross-cultural influence that Asia de Cuba has created a style of food entirely of its own.

The enticing variety on offer represents intensely flavored and creatively prepared dishes. The menu welcomes new additions which include small plates of 'Dumplings de Enchilados de Cangrejo with seafood ponzu and shiso', 'Shrimp Churros with sesame and coconut curry', 'Wagyu 'Ropa Vieja' Empanadas with rocoto sweet & sour sauce', 'Chicken Chicharrones served either traditional or with honey soy glaze' and an Asia de Cuba classic, revisited, the signature 'Tuna Pica on crispy wontons'

Abu Dhabi's discerning crowds can also expect to see new favourites from the Ceviche Bar like 'Tuna & Seared Foie Gras Ceviche with orange, Asian pear and malanga chips', 'Fluke Sashimi with sofrito crudo and mojo Amarillo', and 'Mushroom Ceviche with ginger, jalapeño and snow peas.' Beautiful salad creations on offer include 'Crispy Calamari with banana, cashews, chayote and fresh hearts of palm', 'Icy Hot Shrimp with sesame, watermelon and Napa cabbage', and 'King Crab & Asian Pear with toasted coriander vinaigrette, orange and ancho chili'.

Delicious wok preparations are highlighted by the 'Chino Latino Stir Fried Rice with braised lamb, sprouts, egg and tamari' and 'Spicy Lobster Sofrito with udon noodles, Thai chili and gai choy' while signature entrées include 'Cumin Roasted Lamb Leg with maduros, yuca, black beans and chimichurri' and 'Rocoto Miso Glazed Black Cod with vegetable escabeche and avocado poblano purée'.

Additionally, a selection of handcrafted cocktails and non-alcoholic cleansers complement the dining experience, built from classic formulas and drawing inspiration from the national spirits of Cuba and Asia. From the signature Classic Heritage Rum

Cocktails like 'Fresh Sugarcane Mojito,' the original 'Daiquiri' and the 'Cuba Libre', to Original Craft Cocktails like the 'Dihigo Martinez with Japanese whiskey, gin, sweet vermouth & Chinese plum', in addition to non-alcoholic 'cleansing' libations, the highly-trained bar team are also on hand to create tailored beverages blended with flavors to suit guests tastes.

Known for its immaculate and creative interior design, Asia de Cuba has created an environment unlike any other in the UAE's capital. Designed by Ian Baylis, the multi-faceted space spread over a lounge, restaurant, terrace bar and beach-side cabanas is fun and playful while still maintaining an elegance that suits the city's in-crowd. Mixing

touches of Cuban décor, beautiful Italian furniture and quirky lighting features brings something unique and different to Abu Dhabi. Boasting an idyllic outdoor terrace and cabana area, guests can enjoy leisurely lunch dates or warm evenings with unparalleled views of the Arabic Gulf.

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China Grill Management
CGM and its affiliates continue to produce some of the most original, critically acclaimed and wildly popular restaurants in major cities across the globe, including China Grill's sister restaurant, the successful Asia de Cuba. This fall, CGM will be reopening Asia de Cuba in a brand new location in NYC, renovating Asia de Cuba at the St. Martin's Lane Hotel in London, and opening the Middle East's first Asia de Cuba, in Abu Dhabi. Soon after, CGM will open outposts of some of it's other brands in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Doha.

Founded over twenty-five years ago by restaurateur Jeffrey Chodorow, CGM's restaurants have been featured in The New York Times, In Style and Bon Appetit (just to name a few) and have won awards ranging from Esquire Magazine's "Best New Restaurant" to Zagat Survey NYC's "most popular nightspot." By uniting the culinary ingenuity of world-class chefs, atmospheres crafted by internationally renowned designers and the highest standards of service, CGM's mission is to create an unrivaled and unforgettable dining experience for every single guest. It is this combination of uncompromising vision and gourmet expertise that has earned CGM a phenomenal reputation as a trendsetter at the vanguard of dining.

For Asia de Cuba media inquiries, interviews and images:
Sandi Woodcock | Amy Denny
TOH Public Relations
T: +971 4 382 8900

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